Category Archives: poetry

The Romantic Protagonist of the 21st Century

Posted on February 7, 2013 by

  By Rhea Harmsen The romantic protagonist of the 21st century is struggling with isolation, social anxiety and moral angst. He or she swings between manic optimism and hope on the one hand, and the chronic, debilitating questioning of meaning … Continue reading →

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You called me here to watch you cry

Posted on December 19, 2012 by

You called me here to watch you cry You called me here to watch you cry And I bear witness to your pain You, whom I have loved all my life Who only ever lived for me And loved me … Continue reading →

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Tribute to the children

Posted on December 18, 2012 by

You (little children) Your poetry is fashioned of gossamer wings. Ephemeral cotton candy strings, sweet and melting in the mouth. Fleeting, breathing not a sound, but whispering sweet nothings. With cadence and rhythm swings. I put no price on such … Continue reading →

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Launching a new poetry CD titled Isaiah’s Longing in CD Baby Music Store

Posted on November 21, 2012 by

Rhea Harmsen & Lee Robinson | Isaiah’s Longing | CD Baby Music Store. Featuring poems written and read by Rhea Harmsen with original music composed by Lee Robinson.

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Race in America – Journey of the Black Male

Posted on September 7, 2012 by

Journey of the Black Male   Have you ever seen a black man walk straight? Not shucking nor jiving, not strutting – but straight! It’s a long time coming, this regal gait Takes a lot of shedding, of self loving, … Continue reading →

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Race in America – poetry we’re not ready to write

Posted on May 26, 2012 by

Race in America It’s at times like these you make me remember you’re white When you burst into the house demanding “who?” Who left “the trash” in the street! “What trash?” I ask. But I already know. I just want … Continue reading →

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Language of the Spirit – Selected Poems by Rhea Harmsen is now available.

Posted on March 18, 2012 by

In preparation for the release of a new poetry collection (Children of the Half Light) I am liquidating my last 30 copies of my first booklet, Language of the Spirit. LANGUAGE OF THE SPIRIT is a 68 page collection of … Continue reading →

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WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH – Sojourner Truth and Tahirih – Sister Stars in a Constellation

Posted on March 11, 2012 by

Sojourner Truth and Tahirih  Sister Stars in a Constellation In this women’s history month we pay tribute, (with a poem titled Sojourner and Tahirih) to two women who by the sheer force of their souls moved humanity forward in its … Continue reading →

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We feed each other

Posted on January 20, 2012 by

I saw this picture in a friends facebook post. I was unable to post a coherent comment. May God bless both these souls and their mothers, to them I dedicate the poem below. (Picture source:  http://hphotos-sea1.fbcdn.net/hphotos-snc7/s320x320/402654_343690202317272_178265202193107_1319679_400449610_n.jpg) We Feed Each Other … Continue reading →

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A Poem of Thanksgiving – from my soon to be released poetry collection titled “Children of the Half Light”

Posted on November 25, 2011 by

A Blessing I never thought I’d be Grateful for the cracks in the sidewalk For the chalk on the pavement For cement walls uneven Even for unruly streets In the pueblo. Always knew I loved mornings Crisp and warm with … Continue reading →

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