Janice Pearce

Aug 20, 2009 ⭐ View statistics (Premium feature)

I Am [Dedicated to Barbara Writes]

Look me in the lips
for my true colors
stunning and bright,
closer now. . .
you'll see they match
my fingertips.
I stop traffic [at times]
But will never
be silenced.
I am smiling in the rain
and best in class.
So clear your thoughts
and cast your spells,
I'll come out fighting
so step aside. . . .

— Janice Pearce, Aug 20, 2009

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Country/Region: USA

Critiques

Candlewitch

16 years 9 months ago

Janice

Well written for a beautiful woman and wonderful poet. Have you read her latest poem? It is fantastic. Always, Cat

Janice Pearce

16 years 9 months ago

I Am

Yes I have Cat, It is a good one! Thanks for your comment and for stopping by~ ___________________________________________________ Income-tax forms should be more realistic by allowing the taxpayer to list "Uncle Sam" as a dependent Anonymous

faerybeki

16 years 9 months ago

Janice, I loved this little

Janice, I loved this little write, I'm not familiar with Barbara's work but this poem makes me want to read her. It's lovingly and well written, for me it might flow better if it read, will never be silenced, in the middle bit, I struggled just a little there and had to reread the line several times (not that that's a bad thing lol) anyway just an opinion ;) really great write, thoroughly enjoyed, cheers, much love Beki xx

Janice Pearce

16 years 9 months ago

I Am

Beki, Thank you for your thoughts. I'll see what I can do to improve the flow on this spot! I appreciate your feedback. _____________________________________________________ Income-tax forms should be more realistic by allowing the taxpayer to list "Uncle Sam" as a dependent Anonymous

Barbara Writes

16 years 9 months ago

Janice

Wow, what a shocking surprise. I am humbled by such a dedication. Thanks Janice you really made this depressed soul feel better. I was really feeling down, but now I feel buildup. ~~~~~~~~~ Be whoever you are At all times, and Remember that Because of this, people will Always Respect, and Admire you ©2008Leonard Respectfully Yours, Barbara

Janice Pearce

16 years 9 months ago

I Am

I have been reading your porms of late and I got this feeling of what a strong woman you are, and this is what became of it. Hopefully I did you justice~ Glad that you are feeling better! _____________________________________________________ Income-tax forms should be more realistic by allowing the taxpayer to list "Uncle Sam" as a dependent Anonymous

Seren

16 years 9 months ago

Dear Janice

I really loved this write , I know a few of Barbara's poems and shes a strong voice here at Neopoet, I love the honesty in her work as well, I like Beki, stumbled on that line but will leave that to you to decide its your baby and a beautiful baby it is :) ... love Jayne x x "We did not change as we grew older; we just became more clearly ourselves. Lynn Hall" ...

Janice Pearce

16 years 9 months ago

I Am

I tweaked it a bit but if you're still having problems, I have two new lines to replace it and will edit it tonight~ _____________________________________________________ Income-tax forms should be more realistic by allowing the taxpayer to list "Uncle Sam" as a dependent Anonymous

Ink Dragon

16 years 9 months ago

Janice,

a big, fat YAY for your poem and for Barbara! Yours, ~Nina

Janice Pearce

16 years 9 months ago

I AM

Nina, Thanks for the feedback, appreciate it~ And yea for Barbara!! ______________________________________________________ Income-tax forms should be more realistic by allowing the taxpayer to list "Uncle Sam" as a dependent Anonymous

Rett

16 years 9 months ago

A big old Heck Yeah!

Barbara has been my friend since I have been here and I cannot agree more. Strength is defined by Barbara Writes! Respectfully, Rett: "When I was born I was so surprised I didn't talk for a year and a half." Gracie Allen

Janice Pearce

16 years 9 months ago

I AM

Thanks Rett for your comment. Go, Barbara Go! _____________________________________________________ Income-tax forms should be more realistic by allowing the taxpayer to list "Uncle Sam" as a dependent Anonymous

Eduardo Cruz

16 years 9 months ago

Janice,

What an incredibly nice thing to do, I tip my hat to you! thanks always, Eddie

Janice Pearce

16 years 9 months ago

I Am

Hats off to Barbara!! Thanks for stopping by Eddie~ _____________________________________________________ Income-tax forms should be more realistic by allowing the taxpayer to list "Uncle Sam" as a dependent Anonymous

Barbara Writes

16 years 9 months ago

Everybody

Thanks for the kindness. I really appreciate the friendships here. ~~~~~~~~~ Be whoever you are At all times, and Remember that Because of this, people will Always Respect, and Admire you ©2008Leonard Respectfully Yours, Barbara

hugo la rosa

16 years 9 months ago

Dear Janice

It was a pleasure to read your poem. You have great things to say, and you say it in a very nice and competent manner. The poem has a beautiful feminine glamour in it, and clearly shows the way for a most assertive, clear and delicate demarcation of sensitive power. Great work, Janice, I like it a lot! Regards, Hugo.

Janice Pearce

16 years 9 months ago

I Am

Thank you Hugo, I appreciate your feedback always~ ___________________________________________________ Income-tax forms should be more realistic by allowing the taxpayer to list "Uncle Sam" as a dependent Anonymous

Janice Pearce

16 years 9 months ago

I Am

Hugo, I appreciate your thoughts on this one. Your feedback is most appreciated! ____________________________________________________ Income-tax forms should be more realistic by allowing the taxpayer to list "Uncle Sam" as a dependent Anonymous

Kailashana

16 years 9 months ago

It’s a good thing when we

It's a good thing when we have friends that point out our strengths of character, especially in a poetic manner as you have done, Janice. I'd pretty much bet on the odds that the women here have overcome the odds... it ain't easy to write your soul down day after day. Love, speaks all languages and knows all its own wounds. ~A "If you have come to help me, you are wasting your time. But if you have come because your liberation is wound up in mine, then let us work together." Aboriginal Activist Group, Queensland, 1970's

Janice Pearce

16 years 9 months ago

I Am

~A Thanks for your thoughts here, reading here trials and tribulations in her poetry, gave me the idea to write this. I hope I have done Barbara justice~ _____________________________________________________ Income-tax forms should be more realistic by allowing the taxpayer to list "Uncle Sam" as a dependent Anonymous

Janice Pearce

16 years 9 months ago

I Am

~A, Hello there I appreciate your thoughts on this write. I think a lot of women can relate to this one, Thank you! _____________________________________________ Income-tax forms should be more realistic by allowing the taxpayer to list "Uncle Sam" as a dependent Anonymous

leonard daranjo

16 years 9 months ago

Janice

What a befitting tribute to someone who also happens to be a good friend of mine. Leonard

Janice Pearce

16 years 9 months ago

I Am

Thanks Leonard,glad that you got a chance to read this~ _____________________________________________________ Income-tax forms should be more realistic by allowing the taxpayer to list "Uncle Sam" as a dependent Anonymous

prayersbyPatty

16 years 9 months ago

Jan

How thoughtful of you.... nice tribute....

Janice Pearce

16 years 9 months ago

I Am

Hey Patty, good to see you back! I appreciate your thoughts! ____________________________________________________ Income-tax forms should be more realistic by allowing the taxpayer to list "Uncle Sam" as a dependent Anonymous