James B. Earley (5 April 1934 / Mounds, Il)

I do enjoy how you write about life - you make it real. This was no exception, as it was written very well.
Warmest regards,
CJ Heck

James, I think I've been fishing the same way.I often found much peace down by the fishing hole. A though inspiring poem.Well penned. a10

Brief, concise, to the point, yet evocative and complex.

RJDates

Love the overall sense of the poem. The breaks in the words completely set the pace for the read and make it even better. Thanks, roshni.

James, this is a paradox...in that the simplicity of the poem makes it complex. At first reading, I wasnt so sure about it, but found myself returning to it and contemplating the need which went beyond a fishing hole and a pole. I don't, however, think the title fits the poem. This is just my opinion, of course, but do think about it.

Raynette

There's just something about water that's comforting, relaxing, and mind-altering. What better place to contemplate life's choices and consequences? Nicely done, James.
Linda :)

A lovely relaxing read James, made better by the pauses in the words, who needs a line, and who needs the fishes lol,
10
Lynda xx

I love the elipses throughout your journey here James! it gives the reader the feelings of the urgency to just catch his breath and assess the outcome of his decisions in life. Passions pride, leaves us nowhere to hide.

Thank you for pointing me in this direction. We all need our space, this poem reminds me of an old expression

If wishes were fishes
We'd all be down the chip shop!

Yeah! who needs a pole?

Smiling at you

Tai

Very enjoyable write filled with alot of serentiy.......

I really like this James, it appears much deeper than at first read. Your feelings resonate and I like the backdropp of the fishing pool with no rod. Interesting and poignant. HG: -) xx