Poetry posts

Category: Poetry

Writing tips, how to write well, good writing behavior
Cat Links Poetry Writing

Unedited Poem: My Greatest Mistake

Josh Robert Nay

I wrote this poem in about 10 minutes so it’s in no way complete. Still, I thought I’d share the rough draft with all of you. Enjoy! I’m sorry how you were treated. I regret what I’ve done. When I had no one else, You were always the one I could turn to without fear. Now I’m sitting here Thinking how it used to be. Nothing I do will bring you back to me. Nothing I say will fill that void That was left when we parted. Don’t get me started On the look in your eyes when I walked

Continue readingUnedited Poem: My Greatest Mistake

Cat Links Poetry Writing

Poetry Updates

Josh Robert Nay

An update for the poem When the Sunset Reaches You is forthcoming. I enjoy seeing where I can take my old poetry while I work on new poems. Speaking of new poems, I have completed a few more poems and they are awaiting my decision on publication. At this time, I haven’t decided whether I want to publish them online or submit them to a few magazines. Right now, I’m leaning toward the magazines. As always, all feedback is appreciated and can be given through the comments on the Poetry page. ~ Posted via Android ~

Writing tips, how to write well, good writing behavior
Cat Links Books Poetry Short Stories

Novels … And Nothing Else

Josh Robert Nay

It’s been awhile since I’ve posted an update on my writing. I’ve opted into posting short writings and that preview of Wynx instead of posting updates on either my work or my website. Simple reason: I like a little variety. That being said, I wanted to touch base on a few things. First off, I am done writing short stories and poetry for now. I find those works enjoyable and satisfying, but the satisfaction dims compared to the satisfaction of knowing I have completed yet another chapter of Wynx, or another brief passage in Fire in the Storm, one of

Continue readingNovels … And Nothing Else

Cat Links Poetry Writing

The Purple Dragon, A Reinvention

Josh Robert Nay

NOTE: The following poem is a reinvention of an original work written by Josh Robert Nay in August 1996 and published in Southern Quill that October. ©1996 by Josh Robert Nay.The Purple Dragon Words of wisdom could not compareTo his growing and endless fear,Telling him what he knows in his heartBut doesn’t ever want to hear. With wings of truth open wideAnd out in the open to plainly see,He wonders why he can love so very deeplyBut love from her could never be. His purple scales confess the feelingsHeld in his veins for oh so long,But with her silent flames

Continue readingThe Purple Dragon, A Reinvention

Cat Links Books Poetry Writing

Building Blocks … A Look Back

Josh Robert Nay

Two years ago today, Josh Robert Nay Online 1.0 was officially launched. Previously, the website had been called many things and went through many reinventions: J.R. Nay Connection (1999-2003), Gaia’s Adoration (2003-2007), space15 (2007-2009) and finally, in 2009, the final and official Josh Robert Nay Online was released. Here’s a quick overview of each of the former websites and their focuses, many of them having more included than writing! J.R. Nay ConnectionMy very first novice attempt at creating a website online, I honestly didn’t have my writing in mind when I created J.R. Nay Connection (JRNC). The site itself went

Continue readingBuilding Blocks … A Look Back

Cat Links Articles Books Poetry Reading Short Stories Website Writing

Become a Fan!

Josh Robert Nay

My new and official Facebook fan page is online. Fans, of course, will be able to interact with other fans, participate in polls and Fan-only discussions and more! Become a fan today by using the link on the right side bar or in the Social Square on Josh Robert Nay Online! Non-fans and those without Facebook accounts can still benefit from announcements posted on Facebook, the Blog, and new publications by way of the Official Josh Robert Nay RSS Feed. Twitter is another option as well, though it is not nearly as in depth as the RSS Feed. Thanks to

Continue readingBecome a Fan!

Cat Links Articles Books Poetry Reading Short Stories Website Writing

Follow Me on Blogger, Twitter, Facebook, RSS

Josh Robert Nay

Work has me swamped today, so I thought I’d take a moment to remind everyone to follow me on Twitter, this blog, RSS Feed, or friend me on Facebook. I am, of course working on a permanent fan page on Facebook, but my own Facebook page will suffice for the time being. Following via RSS Following using the RSS option is by far the best option, as it notifies you of new posts on The Purple Dragon as well as new publications as soon as they are available. To follow via RSS, visit any page on Josh Robert Nay Online

Continue readingFollow Me on Blogger, Twitter, Facebook, RSS

Cat Links Articles Poetry Writing

Bibliotherapy and the Healing Properties of Poetry

Josh Robert Nay

The following article was previously published on Suite101 Poetry can heal in ways no other form of art can – Big Mind Zen Center Poetry can be used to focus on healing through various ways in everyday life. More people should take advantage of this simple but effective healing tool. It’s no secret that poetry has its own ability to mend broken hearts, make memorable occasions even more special, or make a final good-bye more meaningful. Poetry can help us bridge the gap from one feeling to another. Romantic poetry in particular can change a person’s entire relationship. Historical poetry

Continue readingBibliotherapy and the Healing Properties of Poetry