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Ashley Bryan

Charles Ghigna

Dave Crawley

Renowned artist, writer, storyteller, humanitarian

"At every moment I strive for connection. If you are in the moment, you are stretching out to reach that which you recognize in others. That’s my secret." 
— Ashley Bryan

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Sing to the sun

It will listen

And warm your words

Your joy will reis

Like the sun

And glow

Within you

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Sing to the moon

It will hear

And soothe your cares

Your fears will set

Like the moon

And fade

Within you

My sincere thanks to the Ashley Bryan Center for allowing me the use of his work on my cards. 

I sent for a used copy of his book, "Sing to the Sun," and was delighted to get a signed copy. He has lots of wonderful books and he is a character as colorful as the pictures he paints.  Learn more by visiting www.ashleybryancenter.org

Dennis Lee

Dennis Lee is a popular Children's poet from  Toronto, Ontario.  He is well known for his book, "Alligator Pie."

Thanks for this one, Dennis:

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Scrape Me Some Sky

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Skyscraper, skyscraper, scrape me some sky:

Tickle the sun

while the stars go by.

Tickle the stars

while the sun's climbing high.

Then, skyscraper,skyscraper, scrape me some sky.

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Amy Ludwig Vanderwater

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It is such a wise and kind thing to send snail mail to those who need it. You are making the world kinder and better, and it is an honor to be part of that journey in this small way, Carol. xo, a.

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I found a delightful book of poems in our library. It is called, "Animal Tracks, Wild Poems to read aloud."

This book was written by Charles Ghigna (a.k.a. Father Goose) He has written more than 30 books for kids and adults.  

I wrote an email to him via his website: www.FatherGoose.com and he answered right away.  He was interested in my project and asked me to send him some of my cards with his poems on them.  

Dear Auntie Kai,

 

THANK YOU for your beautiful postcards and note! Your heart is as big as your talent! I can only imagine the sweet smiles on the faces of the children when they receive your precious cards. I am honored that you thought to include some of my poems on your little treasures. I will certainly treasure these.

 

Kind regards,

Charles

 

Charles Ghigna - Father Goose®
 

Diane Lang

I was intrigued by Diane Lang's book 

"Vulture Verse- Love Poems for the Unloved."

It's a whole collection of poems about the 'underdogs' of the insect and animal world.

It goes along with my philosophy that everyone and everything has a place. 

It turns out that Diane is a prolific writer of poetry about the natural world. 

I emailed Diane and this was her response. 

I can't thank her enough for all her help.

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Oh, Carol, what a nice idea! I love what you do!

 

Of course you can use my poems. But I need to send you more! I have lots and lots and lots, all about nature or specific critters. It will take me awhile to send a collection that I think you would like best, but meanwhile, 

check out my web site (dianelang.net) for more.

Denise Rodgers

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Darren Sardelli

I love to put funny poems on my cards.  I saw the poem, "The Two-Headed Monster" on pinterest and it cracked me up!  I found the author, Darren Sardelli and he has given me his permission to use his verses to amuse my card friends. For more fun visit laughalotpoetry.com

Science Day
A monkey came for science day
with people from the zoo,
who showed us slides of chimps and apes
and told us what they do.

The monkey stayed around a while
and made himself a pest.
And worst of all: he scored much higher
than me on our test!

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Thanks for reaching out. I love your mission. I love what you're doing. I'd love to be part of the experience. Please feel free to use my poem, The Two-Headed Monster, anyway you like. If you send me a picture of the card (or the actual card), I'll happily promote it on social media - if you like. Also, feel free to use any of my other poems for your future cards and projects - https://laughalotpoetry.com/poems

Another poet who graciously gave me permission to use his poems on my cards is Dave Crawley.  My two favorite books of his are: Cat Poems and Dog Poems. Dog Poems was chosen by Bank Street Children's Books for Best Book of the year.  

From Dog Poems:

The Labrador Loves Liquid

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The Labrador loves liquid

(I don't just mean to drink)

He'll splash through flowing streamlets

and sticky bogs that stink.

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With devotion to the ocean,

he thunders through the spray.

The sea is grand for swimming, and surf is meant for play.  He'll stand beneath a rain flood

cascading from the roof.

The water rolls right off him,

since Labs are waterproof.

Joyce Sidman

Fly, Dragonfly!

BY JOYCE SIDMAN

Water nymph, you have

climbed from the shallows to don

your dragon-colors.

Perched on a reed stem

all night, shedding your skin, you dry

your wings in moonlight.

 

Night melts into day.

Swift birds wait to snap you up.

Fly, dragonfly! Fly!

Yes, you can certainly use my poems for this purpose. I volunteer regularly in a children’s hospital, so I know how important personal connection is. Thank you for your good work!

Susan Noyes Anderson

Susan Noyes Anderson is the author of At the End of Your Rope, There’s Hope, Deseret Book, ©1997; Awaken Your Spiritual Power: The Fairy Godmother Isn’t Coming!, Karisma Press, ©1999; and His Children (poetry only, photos are by Anita Schiller), Vantage Point Press, ©2003.

A Stargazer's Dreams

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The magic of the universe
calls out to me from every star.
Beyond the moon, my dreams unfold
and carry me to worlds afar.

I am as light as fairy wings.
My soul flies gossamer and free,
across the clouds and continents,
into the midnight galaxy.

There is no end to my delight.
I twirl through every sacred part,
collecting bits of pixie dust
to glisten in my mind and heart.

And when I land, my spirit filled,
the person that I know as me
shines brighter, lit up by each flash
of fantasy and reverie.

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What wonderful work you do! I happily give you permission to use my poetry to help cheer sick and disabled children. If you include my website URL, ClassroomPoems.com, that would be great.

Thank you!

Eric Ode

Eric Ode (pronounced Oh-dee) is a national award-winning children's singer/songwriter, a widely published author and poet, and a thoroughly engaging entertainer. His upbeat, high-participation programs are bubbling over with fun, interactive music and include stories, skits, poetry, props and puppets.

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A former elementary and middle school teacher with a Masters Degree in Educational Technology, Eric has been invited to share his music and poetry programs with schools, community festivals, and libraries throughout the United States, in Germany, Japan, and in Guam.

Carol, it’s so good to hear from you. Thank you for all of the love you are pouring into the world! And thank you for asking permission to put some of my poetry to use. Seeing as your cards are not mass produced and not for profit, yes, you are certainly welcome to make good use of my poetry. I hope it puts a smile on some faces!

Have a wonderful weekend. Please feel free to stay in touch.

Peace and joy,

Eric Ode

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