Family, Love, God & Surviving The Cancer Battle
Documentary and Fine Art Photographer Ivanka Zagorska is the Edge of Humanity Magazine contributor of this documentary photography. From the book/project ‘Revival’. To see Ivanka’s body of work, click on any image. ‘Revival’ is a documentary project influenced by the tragic loss of my mother…
Read articleMusic | Wabash Cannonball By The Carter Family (1929)
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Read articleIntimate Portraits Bringing Together Members Of A Orthodox Jewish Family
Photographer Kovi Konowiecki is the Edge of Humanity Magazine contributor of this portrait/documentary photography. From his project ‘Bei Mir Bistu Shein‘. To see Kovi’s projects click on any image. Bei Mir Bistu Shein portrays geographically distant members of an Orthodox Jewish family living in…
Read articleThe Hard Decision Of Moving A Family Member To An Alzheimer’s Care Home
Artist and Photographer Matthias Koch is the Edge of Humanity Magazine contributor of this photo essay. From his project ‘Leaving Home‘. To see Matthias’ selected work click on any image. As caring for the elderly becomes a burden, the realization of having to move…
Read articleAn Imaginary Sibling For A Lonely Child: China’s Family Planning Restrictions
Photographer Fan Shi San is the Edge of Humanity Magazine contributor of this portrait photography. From his project ‘Two Of Us‘. To see Fan’s projects click on any image. I started ‘Two of Us’ in 2009. I photographed people who grew up as an only…
Read articleHuge Factory Farms & Lower Food Prices Driving Small Family Farms Out Of Business In South Wales
Documentary Photographer Andrei Nacu is the Edge of Humanity Magazine contributor of this social documentary photography. From his project ‘Small Family Farms In South Wales‘. To see Andrei’s body of work click on any image. There are many reasons for the decline of family farms…
Read articleLuca’s Family: One Income & One Room For Eleven In Bucharest
Documentary Photographer Odeta Catana is the Edge of Humanity Magazine contributor of this documentary photography. These images are from her project ‘Luca Family‘. To see Odeta’s body of work click on any image. Luca Family, Valerian and Iordana, got married about 20 years ago, and…
Read articleIntimate Portrait Of A Nicaraguan Family – 1985
Photographer Janet Delaney is the Edge of Humanity Magazine contributor of these images. These photographs are from her project ‘Managua, Nicaragua 1985‘. To see Janet’s gallery of projects click on any image. See also: South of Market 1978-1986 By Janet…
Read articleCandid Photography Essay – Family Fun In England
This photography essay was submitted to Edge of Humanity Magazine by Photographer Tony Edenden. Click on any image to see Tony’s galleries and collections. Click on any image to see Tony’s galleries and collections. Click on any image to see Tony’s galleries and…
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abandoned tree stump harnessing tenacity refuses to completely decay Copyright© Edge of Humanity LLC 2019 If my poetry helped or entertained you, please consider a donation, so that Edge of Humanity Magazine can continue sharing chips of my mind, that I diligently scribble into poems. Thank You The…
Read articleDressing Up To Play Games | China’s Youth & Cosplaying
Photographer Daniele Mattioli is the Edge of Humanity Magazine contributor of this documentary photography. From the ongoing project ‘Cosplayer in China’. To see Daniele’s body of work, click on any image. Costume play (Cosplay) is a rapidly diversifying, yet still largely underground culture in…
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Surrounded By Flustered Tourists Taking Selfies The old man Took Leisurely Snaps With Polaroid camera Copyright© Edge of Humanity LLC 2019 If my poetry helped or entertained you, please consider a donation, so that Edge of Humanity Magazine can continue sharing chips of my mind, that I diligently…
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long-time regurgitate past searching cannot find a laugh Copyright© Edge of Humanity LLC 2019 If my poetry helped or entertained you, please consider a donation, so that Edge of Humanity Magazine can continue sharing chips of my mind, that I diligently scribble into poems. Thank You The Hermit…
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Collecting Seashells White beaches of Sanibel Boy trusting all Became man who is cynical Dodged too many curve balls Copyright© Edge of Humanity LLC 2019 If my poetry helped or entertained you, please consider a donation, so that Edge of Humanity Magazine can continue sharing chips of my…
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Young love in Beirut Divided by religion Tragic destiny Cross above her rooftop Prayer rug below his knees Copyright© Edge of Humanity LLC 2019 If my poetry helped or entertained you, please consider a donation, so that Edge of Humanity Magazine can continue sharing chips of my mind,…
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She is invisible Pregnant Working graveyard shift Immigrant Scrubbing toilets sweeping dirt Says better than country of birth Copyright© Edge of Humanity LLC 2019 If my poetry helped or entertained you, please consider a donation, so that Edge of Humanity Magazine can continue sharing chips of my mind,…
Read articleTurn A Right? Left? Got an App for that?
Written by: Carioca Da Gema During my school years, the calculator was an item of desire. It was the forbidden gadget, inside and outside of the classroom. Like the other students with paper, pencil, and yes my brain, I labored over long math equations asking myself over and…
Read articleThe Interaction | Woman & Dress
Adjunct Lecturer and Photographer William Zuback is the Edge of Humanity Magazine contributor of these fine art/portrait photography. From ‘The Dress’ series. To see William’s body of work, click on any image. The Dress series showcases each woman’s personal interaction with the dress, with…
Read articleRestoring The European Bison
Documentary Photographer Adrián Domínguez is the Edge of Humanity Magazine contributor of this documentary photography. From the project ‘RESTORING BISON’. To see Adrián’s body of work, click on any image. EUROPEAN BISON RESTORING THE SPECIES The European bison (B.bonasus) is the largest land-based mammal in the continent…
Read articleThe Search For A Heartbeat
Written by: Carioca Da Gema The Search For A Heartbeat AVAILABLE NOW! At the stairway to hell NEAREST YOU! There are pounding hearts in orphan children of war constantly awaiting the next blast In children born from addicted (dead) parents The slow heartbeat in children of famine; destined…
Read articleEverglades’ Stories
Written by: Carioca Da Gema The land is flat The weather is hot and humid The mosquitoes take your attention away The animals invite the night to come and protect It’s time to go Copyright© Edge of Humanity LLC 2019 If my perspective helped or entertained…
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My bicycle is chained to undernourished palm tree I’m sitting at a hot dog stand Next to a middle-age man He is trying to act smooth Wearing Polyester suit Gold pinky ring Fake Rolex watch Cheap shoes Talking with his mouth full Pitching Over & over Great deal He can give…
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Always at the track The Gambler puffs his cigar Sitting at the bar Reading the racing sheets like it was his sacred bible Copyright© Edge of Humanity LLC 2019 If my poetry helped or entertained you, please consider a donation, so that Edge of Humanity Magazine can…
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Nibbling On Asian History & Philosophy Series Source: Huineng (638-713) Book: The Art of Shaolin Kung Fu by Wong Kiew Kit (page 196) “When an ordinary person is enlightened he becomes a Buddha; when a Buddha is unenlightened he becomes an ordinary person.” Hermit Poet’s Comments: …
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all day tire changer swiftly with precision performs muscular ballet Copyright© Edge of Humanity LLC 2019 If my poetry helped or entertained you, please consider a donation, so that Edge of Humanity Magazine can continue sharing chips of my mind, that I diligently scribble into poems. Thank You…
Read articleBaby Greens, Walnuts & Steak Salad | Illustrated Recipe
Ingredients: Apple: Cut one apple julienne style. Add a squeeze of lemon to keep the apple sticks from losing bright color. Caramelize onions: Walnuts: 1) Roast the walnuts. 2) Add sugar to the hot pan containing the walnuts already roasted. 3) Watch the sugar melt. Stir the walnuts into the caramel…
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shoeless on beach sand marching in straight line the fishermen haul nets grumbling about today’s meager catch Copyright© Edge of Humanity LLC 2019 If my poetry helped or entertained you, please consider a donation, so that Edge of Humanity Magazine can continue sharing chips of my mind, that…
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Empty store Owner Closed Locked Front door Slowly drove away Why start over? Everyone shops online anyway Copyright© Edge of Humanity LLC 2019 If my poetry helped or entertained you, please consider a donation, so that Edge of Humanity Magazine can continue sharing chips of my mind, that…
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Abandoned home Wind enters through shattered window Free to roam A place where peace never known Copyright© Edge of Humanity LLC 2019 Who is The Hermit Poet? See also: Poetry Back to the Home Page
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America again pokes nose in sand MBS & Bibi Have plans! Trump is their man Preaching Nuke deal a sham Nothing Learned From Iraq & Afghanistan Why not a conflict with Iran? Copyright© Edge of Humanity LLC 2019 Thought-provoking T-Shirts by Edge of Humanity Magazine…
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Lost time Holding protest sign Frequently Changed Mates Shake Shake Shake Now too late Copyright© Edge of Humanity LLC 2019 Thought-provoking T-Shirts by Edge of Humanity Magazine Who is The Hermit Poet? See also: Poetry Back to the…
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Nibbling On Asian History & Philosophy Series Source: Master Lin-Chi (Died 866 AD) Phantoms, illusions, empty flowers- Why trouble yourself trying to grasp them? Gain, loss, right, wrong- Throw them away at once! Source: Master Lin-Chi (Died 866 AD) Book: The Zen Teachings Of Master Lin-Chi…
Read articleAway From Modernity In The Guatemalan Highlands | Mayan’s Struggles & Traditional Ways
Photographer Cory Zimmerman is the Edge of Humanity Magazine contributor of this documentary photography. From the project ‘Altos’. To see Cory’s body of work, click on any image. After working with the caravans of Central American migrants in Mexico, I felt the next logical step…
Read articleBook Review | Diplomat’s Dictionary By Chas. W. Freeman, Jr. | Forward By David Ignatius
Around twenty years ago, most folks would receive international news from the television. With the power of the internet and mobile devices, information today is moving at lighting speed. Billions of people have at their fingertips, what is happening around the world, at that instant. Because of this immediate access…
Read articleStart of a New Series | Book Reviews | International Relations | Global Economy
The series will concentrate on books that cover history and current affairs on a global basis. All regions will be covered. Some of the hot buttons will include: American foreign policy, conflict zones, arms trade/ military, globalism, international finance, terrorism, and books on history and current issues of individual countries.…
Read articleCovering Society’s Ills By Cropping Speech Will Oppress Us All
Written by: Carioca Da Gema Lead sheep up hill down hill Social media habit forming connect to all Community’s rules Expel deplorables Suitable? Unsuitable? Filter peasant’s exposure by sensationalizing or sugar coating While Russia plots 2020 Extremist flip-flops dream of virgins Dictators plunge Today Your neighbor Who is…
Read articleSalmon & Leek Puree | Illustrated Recipe
Course: Dinner Portion feeds: 1 Ingredients & Directions: To put this fabulous dinner together you are going to need a ring mold. Place the ring mold in the center of the serving plate. Cook the salmon on skin side. Wait for the salmon to cool off and start separating the…
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Boondocks Sitting on tailgate Vehicles occasionally pass by Fresh vegetables stacked high Not much sold At least food for household Copyright© Edge of Humanity LLC 2019 Apron, Clock, Coasters & Reusable Bags See Our Shop Who is The Hermit Poet? See…
Read articleART Book Review | 500 Bowls Contemporary Exploration Of A Timeless Design
This book was hand-picked for review, from The Hermit Poet’s Art Book Collection. Written by: Carioca Da Gema 500 Bowls: Contemporary Explorations of a Timeless Design My Comments: As the title suggests ‘500 Bowls | Contemporary Exploration of a Timeless Design’ is a collection of 500…
Read articleART Book Review | Buddhist Art | An Historical & Cultural Journey By Gilles Beguin
This book was hand-picked for review, from The Hermit Poet’s Art Book Collection. Written by: Carioca Da Gema Buddhist Art : An Historical and Cultural Journey My Comments: The art found attached to the history and teachings of Buddhism have tremendous variety and scale. The…
Read articleBook Review | Japanese Death Poems | Written By Zen Monks And Haiku Poets On The Verge Of Death | Compiled And With An Introduction By Yoel Hoffmann
This is another outstanding collector’s book from Tuttle Publishing. If you are a poet, interested in Japanese history and culture, or love reading poetry (especially haiku) than this thick small size book is for you. The 100’s of poems included are thought-provoking and many times written just before death, by…
Read articleCompassion & The Struggles of Today’s Life
Nibbling On Asian History & Philosophy Series Source: By: Pema Chodron From the book: When Things Fall Apart | Heart Advice for Difficult Times (page 37) When the rivers and air are polluted, when families and nations are at war, when homeless wanderers fill the highways, these…
Read articleFinding Answers In Easy Places | Self-Respect, Love & Relationships
Written by: Carioca Da Gema While approaching a check-in window for an early doctor’s appointment, three women on the other side of the counter were talking about woman number four (not present). “She needs to find someone that will make her love herself.” I bristled, barged in and said…
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Nibbling On Asian History & Philosophy Series Source: Poem by: Saigyo (1118-90) From the book: The Japanese Tea Garden By Marc Peter Keane (Page 30) Gazing up upon the early morning moon filtering through the trees My loneliness carried deeper by the pine wind along the ridges…
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Photographer Fang Tong is the Edge of Humanity Magazine contributor of this conceptual photography. From the project ‘Soap Opera’. To see Fang’s body of work, click on any image. The soap opera format is a form of performance which most appropriately reflects a current state…
Read articleBook Review | The Zen Life | Text By Koji Sato | Photographs By Sosei Kuzunishi | Translated By Ryojun Victoria
It has been long time since I have read this book. This is another old book I found covered with dust, behind one of the wood shelves, when I was looking around with my headlamp for termite wings. The Zen Life is one of the first books I read about…
Read articleCrown Roast Of Lamb With Crunch Crust | Illustrated Recipe
Course: Super dinner for special occasions Portion feeds: Fantastic dinner for 3. Family style 6 to 8. Serve two rib racks to each person and add your favorite side dishes. Ingredients: 2 lamb rib rack approximate 1 ¼ lbs. each 1 red bell pepper 1 green bell pepper 1 orange…
Read articleMarked For Demolition & Resettlement | Before & After | Pengerang Malaysia
Photographer and Storyteller Wilfred Lim is the Edge of Humanity Magazine contributor of this documentary photography. From the projects ‘Red Note & Red Note – Part II’. To see Wilfred’s body of work, click on any image. Red Note For the Chinese community in Pengerang, a…
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Nibbling On Asian History & Philosophy Series Source: Poem by Bukkoku Kokushi (1241-1316) Though not consciously trying to guard the rice fields from intruders, The scarecrow is not after all standing to no purpose. From the book Zen and Japanese Culture by Daisetz T. Suzuki (page 100)…
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sitting on beach chair smoking Cuban cigar drinking coconut rum cooking myself in sun Reminiscing it was a fantastic run no longer same same everything will change Maybe time to take siesta in the shade Copyright© Edge of Humanity LLC 2019 eBook Series …
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6:30 a.m. same doughnut shop one Boston cream cup of coffee black soon face the grind still working at 69 Copyright© Edge of Humanity LLC 2019 eBook Series Who is The Hermit Poet? See also: Poetry Nibbling On Asian…
Read articleCalming The Nerves With Medical Bill Transparency | Sick Americans Are Easier To Control | Part 2
Written by: Carioca Da Gema Last year 1 in 8 Americans borrowed 88 billion dollars to pay for medical bills. 65 million ignore and/or endure their medical issues due to lack of funds. The orange alert is on for 45% losing sleep at night and looking into being…
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Gravel road Abandoned Greasy spoon Standing alone The last payphone | KINDLE Ebook | Travels With The Hermit Poet | Stories Of Human Condition | Poetry & Photography KINDLE Ebook | Tropical Garden Stories | Photography & Poetry By The Hermit Poet KINDLE Ebook| Peeling Off The Human Condition |…
Read articleThe Impact Of Physical Contact Among Humans
Written by: Carioca Da Gema An article about India’s caste system told a story of a house servant. She cooked, cleaned, and helped to raise the children for decades. The servant was not allowed to touch any of the children, as she belongs to the untouchable caste.…
Read article2020 U.S. Presidential Elections | Democratic Party | What Are They Doing?
2020 Democratic presidential candidates Drifting radically left Middle America They forget President Trump Could win 2nd term Liberals’ guts churn 4 more years Country would make far right turn Justices placed Deep State replaced If you have found this poem informative, please consider a donation to assist…
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Desire=Suffering Daily craving Meditation Listen to gong 1-2 hours long Confused Mind savors simple food | KINDLE Ebook | Travels With The Hermit Poet | Stories Of Human Condition | Poetry & Photography KINDLE Ebook | Tropical Garden Stories | Photography & Poetry By The Hermit Poet KINDLE Ebook| Peeling…
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Heavy Rain commences Another wet season Termites on the attack More wood consumed Me and the missus Ponder Will we pass away before shack collapses from decay? | KINDLE Ebook | Travels With The Hermit Poet | Stories Of Human Condition | Poetry & Photography KINDLE Ebook | Tropical Garden Stories…
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Few months away 20 years no cell phone Wife Capitulated Purchased her own $39.99 smartphone I knew something was up After two days She finally fessed-up | KINDLE Ebook | Travels With The Hermit Poet | Stories Of Human Condition | Poetry & Photography KINDLE Ebook | Tropical Garden Stories…
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under the wood steps protected from sun old man sleeps not bothered by tourists walking up and down to and from the beach KINDLE Ebook | Travels With The Hermit Poet | Stories Of Human Condition | Poetry & Photography KINDLE Ebook | Tropical Garden Stories | Photography & Poetry…
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