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JUST A LITTLE OFFERING

HURTLING THROUGH A BLACK UNIVERSE OF SADNESS. THE LIGHT OF LOVE FADING LIKE A DYING STAR. MY SOUL SCREAMS IN THE BLACKNESS, BUT NO ONE HEARS. THE BLACK HOLE OF SORROW DRAWS ME CLOSER TO ITS GAPING MAW. IN THE DEPTHS OF MY SOUL I KNOW THAT IF I SUCCUMB MY SOUL WILL NEVER KNOW LOVE AGAIN. AND I WILL DWELL IN THIS DA… Continue

Added by dave cox on November 9, 2009 at 1:00pm — 2 Comments

Part Two

heart breaking sobs floated out on the gentle breeze through the open window, into cold night air, inside the small room upon a tatty sofa she sat, salty tear running down her redden cheeks, in her trembling hands she held the scrap of crumpled paper that her lover had left as he packed his bags and left earlier in the day. On the floor lay the empty whiskey bottle, that she thought would help her forget, The lone lamp stood on the small table trying hard to illuminate the scene of sadness, A no… Continue

Added by dave cox on October 13, 2009 at 2:19pm — No Comments

FROM THE DARK DEPTHS OF THE MOULDERING CRYPT, PUTRESCENT EVIL SLITHERS ACROSS THE SLIME COVERED FL…

FROM THE DARK DEPTHS OF THE MOULDERING CRYPT, PUTRESCENT EVIL SLITHERS ACROSS THE SLIME COVERED FLOOR. SHRILL SCREAMS ECHO IN THE DARKNES AS THE SLAVERING MASS MOVES SLOWLY TOWARDS THE GREAT STONE DOOR OF THE CRYPT HAULING ITS ROTTING CARCASS UP THE COLD STONE STEPS, SEEKING FREEDOM FROM THIS INCARCERATION, TO FE… Continue

Added by dave cox on October 9, 2009 at 11:47am — 1 Comment

THANKS

just sitting .waiting, and this thought came into my head, THE WORLD TURNS, DAYS PASS. LIFE MOVES FORWARD. POWERED BY THE AWESOME BEAUTY AND DIVERSITY OF THE UNIVERSE. FILLING MY HEART WITH OVERWHELMING THANKS FOR EVERY PRECIOUS MOMENT THAT I HAVE WALKED THIS EARTH. THANKS FOR THE GOOD TIMES, THANKS FOR T… Continue

Added by dave cox on October 8, 2009 at 6:48pm — 1 Comment

THE SHY BOY

THE MORNING CLOUDS HUNG LAZILY IN THE BLUE CANVAS OF THE SKY. AN EARLY SUN PEEKED FROM BEHIND THE WHITE FLUFFINESS.AT THE TABLE OUTSIDE THE COFFEE SHOP HE SAT, A LARGE FROTHY CAPPUCCINO BEFORE HIM.IT WAS EIGHT THIRTY A.M. EVERY DAY, MONDAY TO FRIDAY HE SAT AND WAITED. HIS EARS PRICKED UP AS HEARD THE CLIC… Continue

Added by dave cox on September 3, 2009 at 11:30am — No Comments

RE: THE PATH.

I love reading the work people submit to this site it is all very inspirational, most of the time i completly understand what i am reading and it touches my soul sometimes it goes completly over my my head and i find myself scurrying for the dictionary to find the meanings of some the words used always a… Continue

Added by dave cox on August 31, 2009 at 5:01am — No Comments

BYGONE MEMORIES.

I read a very moving poem by Victoria entitled EMBRACING extoling the gift of friendship. This for some reason bought flooding back to me memories of when i was younger, memories of a lost friendship. I was born in South Ockendon and the house we lived in had a wood backing on to it, This small woodla… Continue

Added by dave cox on August 27, 2009 at 3:00pm — 1 Comment

JUST A WALK

I TOOK A WALK OUT TO CLEAR MY HEAD AND I FOUND MYSELF DOWN BY THE CANAL. AFTER A SHORT WALK I SAT DOWN AN OLD STUMP A ND WROTE THIS, IT'S NOT MUCH BUT IT CAME TO ME AS I SAT AND WATCHED THE QUIET WATER. THIS ONCE BUSY THOROUGHFARE OF WATER BORNE TRAFFIC, BULKY LADEN BARGES FILL… Continue

Added by dave cox on August 2, 2009 at 3:00pm — 1 Comment

MAJESTIC BEAUTY.

MAJESTIC BEAUTY CLOAKS FEROCIOUS SAVAGERY, PIERCING DARK EYES WATCHING, HOOKED BEAK CLOSED, READY, TALONS SHEATHED, RELAXING. OUR LORD OF THE AIR RESTS, WEARING HIS MANTLE OF SILKEN FEATHERS PROUDLY, MIGHTY WINGS FOLDED, FEATHERS RUSTLING IN THE GENTLE BREEZE, A SHRILL S… Continue

Added by dave cox on July 26, 2009 at 5:00pm — 3 Comments

GENTLE WHISPERS.

HI EVERYONE: I WAS READING ONE OF THOSE BEAUTIFUL POEMS BY VICKIE CALLED WHISPERS, AND I WAS INSPIRED TO PUT PEN TO PAPER IT'S NOT A LOT BUT THANKS FOR THE INSPIRATION VICKIE. WHISPERING! WHISPERING! SOFT ALLURING WORDS OF PASSION, SEDUCTIVLY THEY FLOAT ON THE AIR, WEIGHT… Continue

Added by dave cox on July 26, 2009 at 4:30pm — 2 Comments

Clouds

Watching the clouds drifting aimlessly across the blue sky,.It makes one realise how much we are alike. Sometimes are lives are like light and fluffy clouds, when our lives are ok and our hearts are filled with love and our lives are blessed with happiness. Sometimes a little gre… Continue

Added by dave cox on July 19, 2009 at 11:00am — 3 Comments

DREAM

I HAD AN AMAZING DREAM LAST NIGHT. MY HANDS WERE VERY WARM AND IN EACH HAND I HELD A BLUE EGG. AS I WATCHED THE SHELL SLOWLY BEGAN TO CRACK, AND A SMALL HEAD BROKE THROUGH EACH SHELL SLOWLY THE SHELL BROKE COMPLETLY AND IN MY HANDS I HELD TWO FLUFFY CHICKS. BEFORE MY EYES ,THE FLU… Continue

Added by dave cox on July 17, 2009 at 11:00am — 1 Comment

WHEN LOVE LEAVES

WHEN LOVES LEAVES SLAMMING THE DOOR A HEART LIES BROKEN. THE MIRROR OF MEMORIES SHATTERED INTO A THOUSAND PIECES. TIMES OF HAPINESS SOURED INTO SADNESS. THOUGHTS OF THE FUTURE MELT LIKE SNOW. WARM HEART TURNS COLD AS BITTTERNESS CREEPS STEALTHILY UPON YOU. QUESTIONS, Q… Continue

Added by dave cox on July 4, 2009 at 1:18pm — 1 Comment

FREEDOM

HUDDLED IN THE FOUL ENCOMPASSING DARKNESS, CLOTHES WET WITH SWEAT, BACK AGAINST THE DANK WET WALL HARD STONE DIGGING INTO MY ACHING SPINE. NO LIGHT ENTERS THIS SOUL DESTROYING CELL, NO SOUND FILTERS THROUGH THE THICK DARKNESS. SILENCE, MIND NUMBING SILENCE, FOUL AIR SEEPS INTO MY… Continue

Added by dave cox on June 29, 2009 at 4:19pm — 2 Comments

we worry about emotions, we worry about showing these emotions to one another and we miss the oppu…

we worry about emotions, we worry about showing these emotions to one another and we miss the oppurtunity to find happiness. why are we so afraid? we fear rejection? we fear humilation? we fear dejection? basicly we fear so we hold backj and our chance of happiness passe… Continue

Added by dave cox on June 19, 2009 at 3:57am — 1 Comment

SLITHER

SLITHERING QUIETLY THROUGH THE LONG GRASS. TONGUE TASTING THE AIR , BELLY EMPTY. THE GRASS MOVES APART , ALLOWING THE SMOOTH SERPENTINE BODY ACCESS, HUNGER DRIVING HIM FORWARD. SUDDENLY THE MUSKY AROMA OF MOUSE FILLS THE AIR, ASSAULTING HIS SENSES. HE STOPS AND ALLOWS THE… Continue

Added by dave cox on June 7, 2009 at 12:00pm — 2 Comments

THE BEE

BUZZ, BUZZ, BUZZ, BUZZ. MR BUMBLE BEE. FLITTING FROM FLOWER TO FLOWER COLLECTING ALL THE HONEY. FLYING HERE, FLYING THERE COLLECTING NECTAR ON YOUR WAY. NOW IT'S TIME TO REST YOUR TINY TIRED WINGS. TOMORROWS ANOTHER DAY. JUST A LITTLE OFFERING FOR SPRING STAY HAPPY AND MAY… Continue

Added by dave cox on May 30, 2009 at 1:57pm — 1 Comment

hatch of tiny eggs secured beneath the leaf, my life begins as of one these tiny orbs, parents g…

hatch of tiny eggs secured beneath the leaf, my life begins as of one these tiny orbs, parents gone, I and my brothers and sisters, at the mercy of our surroundings, Buti feel safe locked inside my protective sphere, waiting .resting.all the time growing, soon this orb that p… Continue

Added by dave cox on May 24, 2009 at 10:30am — 2 Comments

A WALK

WELL THE SUN DECIDED TO BLESS US THE OTHER DAY SO I TOOK THE CHANCE AND WENT FOR A WALK AT RYE MEADS, WHAT A BEAUTIFULL DAY AS I WALKED I LOOKED AT THE WATER AS THE SUN GLISTENED ON ITS SURFACE ,THE SOUNDS OF WILDLIFE FILLED MY EARS BIRDS OF ALL VARIETIES FLITTED BY SWEET S… Continue

Added by dave cox on May 20, 2009 at 3:23pm — 4 Comments

Just a little ditty . A GENTLE ZEPHYR WHISPERS SOFTLY IN YOUR EAR, CLOSE YOUR EYES AND LISTEN, AN…

Just a little ditty . A GENTLE ZEPHYR WHISPERS SOFTLY IN YOUR EAR, CLOSE YOUR EYES AND LISTEN, AND MAYBE YOU WILL HEAR. CAN YOU HEAR THE LEAVES A RUSTLING, THEY MAKE A GENTLE SOUND, OPEN YOUR EYES NOW, AND SEE THE NEW LIFE ALL AROUND. BUDS BURSTING FROM THE BRANCHES, REACHING… Continue

Added by dave cox on May 8, 2009 at 4:43am — 3 Comments

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Writing the Year 2009 Michael Jackson Legend 1 Reply

Display for Official Michael Jackson OPUS Book on display in London. (Press release photo) The Michael Jackson story has arguably been the most compelling of 2009 and more than once has caused m…

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To Walk a Lifetime in Michael Jackson's Moccasins 17 Replies

Michael Jackson in concert around 1995. (photographer unknown) You probably can’t read the words in the note next to the accompanying photo of Michael Jackson, but they were handwritten by the si…

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SOFIA PEACHES

IF MEN ARE FROM MARS...AND WOMEN ARE FROM VENUS...WHERE ARE PEOPLE WHO ARE BORN WITH BOTH GENDERS FROM??? 1 Reply

IT MAKES ME WANNA HOLLA AND THROW UP BOTH MY HANDS!!!!FACTS…HUMAN BEINGS, INVENT COMPETIION FOR WOMEN…WOMAN WON RACE… OTHER WOMEN SAY SHE SHOULD NOT WIN BECAUSE SHE IS NOT A WOMAN, BECAUSE SHE HAS NO…

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The Path of a Creative Thinker at CTI

CREATIVE THINKERS INTERNATIONAL MEMBERSHIP GUIDELINES




1. Membership at CTI is free and open to all those interested in either the production or appreciation of the creative arts, to include literature, visual art, dance, music, film, spiritual theory, the social sciences, philosophy, general humanities, scientific inquiry, education in general, and other disciplines intended to enhance the quality of life for all humanity.

2. Materials posted by Members of CTI are their sole responsibility and not that of CTI management or any other member of the CTI site.

3. While recognizing that the work of creative artists is often controversial by its very nature, CTI prohibits and discourages the posting of any overtly obscene and intentionally inflammatory material. These include overt pornography, racist diatribes, religious slander, and any postings promoting discrimination against or the oppression of other human beings.

4. In the interest of stimulating creative growth, we encourage dialogue and even debate. However, Members should avoid leaving intentionally offensive or antagonistic remarks on the pages of Fellow Members. We can disagree and still remain a harmonious community.

5. Explore, grow, share, and enjoy your creative success.

Please remember, these guidelines are likely to evolve as the site itself continues to evolve and develop. We welcome and encourage your input. After all, yours are some of the best minds on the planet so we would be very foolish not to listen to what you have to say.

The CTI Admin Team

CTI SPOTLIGHT ARTISTS

CTI Spotlight Artist Marne L. Kilates, August 16-31, 2008



Marne L. Kilates, the CTI Spotlight Artist for August 16-31, hails from the Philippines and is the highly regarded editor of “Poet’s Picturebook,” an ezine of exceptionally fine art and literature. He is also a translator and the author of several books, including Mostly In

CTI Spotlight Artist Tasha Coleman, August 1-15, 2008



Creative disciplines of virtually every type, from filmmakers and actresses to environmentalists and jazz musicians, are represented at CTI. The poets among us comprise a fairly large number and one of them, Tasha Coleman, is our new CTI Spotlight Artist for August 1-15, 2008. Th…

CTI Spotlight Artist Georg Edvard Mateos, July 16-31, 2008




The CTI Spotlight Artist for July 16-31, 2008, Georg Edvard Mateos, is the celebrated author of four books, including “The Man on the Grassy Knoll” Trilogy, and “Portrait of a Sad Man.” In addition, since December 2005, he has been among the most prolific and popular members writ…

CTI Spotlight Artist Marina, July 1-15, 2008





One of the traditions at CTI that has helped us form a meaningful and yet flexible sense of community is the Spotlight Artist. It is not a competition or popularity contest of any kind but simply a way of drawing greater attention to the creative offerings presented so generously by…

CTI Spotlight Artist BlackBirdHyperdrive, June 16-30, 2008



One thing that has not changed at Creative Thinkers International is the sheer abundance of creative individuals and types that populate the CTI community. One of those individuals is the poet known as BlackBirdHyperDrive, our CTI Spotlight Artist for June 16-30. A visit to BlackBir…

CTI Spotlight Artist Marlive Harris, June 1-15, 2008



Our CTI Spotlight Artist for June 1-15, 2008, Marlive Harris, not only maintains a powerful literary presence on Creative Thinkers International but through her Grits.com site exercises such a presence all over the Internet. Among the many qualities that make Ms. Harris unique, valued…

CTI Spotlight Artist Robert M, May 16-31, 2008




Versatility is a quality we have come to associate with many of our members and Robert M, our new CTI Spotlight Artist, is one of the most versatile among us. The fortunate visitor to Robert’s profile page gains entry into a world of eclectic musical compositions ranging from classic…

CTI Spotlight Artist Vickie L. McColley, May 1-15, 2008

Vickie L. McColley "The Romantic Poetess"

As everybody knows, diversity is one of our primary strengths at CTI and the members of our community represent cultures from all over the world. They also represent individuals at different stages of their creative careers and de…

CTI Spotlight Artist Poetry Life & Times April 16-30, 2008


Our friends at Poetry Life and Times have featured a number of CTI’s members in their e-zine and, on top of that, have now been one of the great champions of modern poetry for some ten years. They actually have the archives to prove it! Their current issue not only honors on…

CTI Spotlight Artist Luther E. Vann April 1-15, 2008

(photo of Luther E. Vann by John Schmidt)

Often described as a poet who utilizes visual art to write his poems, Luther E. Vann is an acclaimed artist who was fortunate enough to receive some of his first art instructions from recognized masters of the Harlem Renaissance.…

News from the United Nations

Ban appoints new military commander for UN mission in Lebanon

Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today announced the appointment of a Spanish Major General as Force Commander of the United Nations peacekeeping operation in Lebanon, where Israel fought a 34-day war with Hizbollah in 2006.

Local judges in eastern Chad receive UN training to combat impunity

The United Nations has started a programme to train local judges in eastern Chad in a bid to end impunity in a strife-torn region where conflicts have erupted between refugees, internally displaced persons (IDPs) and host communities.

Progress made on technology in Copenhagen climate talks - UN official

Negotiators at the historic United Nations climate change conference in Copenhagen, Denmark, are making good progress in the area of technology, a senior official with the world body said today.

World Bank launches ‘green’ index of businesses in emerging markets

The private sector arm of the World Bank today launched the first ever eco-friendly stock market index that allows investors to track the carbon efficiency of companies doing business in emerging economies.

Facing funding shortfall, Burundi’s election needs international support - UN

The Security Council today called on the international community to support the preparation of elections in Burundi next year after the top United Nations official in the small Central African country warned that a lack of funding was challenging the "significant advances" already made after decades of ethnic and factional war.

UN marks Human Rights Day with call to end all forms of discrimination

The United Nations marked Human Rights Day today, the 61st anniversary of the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, by stressing the enduring need to eliminate all forms of discrimination, with officials in the world’s most crisis-plagued regions - from Iraq to Afghanistan to Somalia - appealing for tolerance in the interests of peace.

Football greats seek to score Millennium Development Goals in UN charity game

An international roster of football stars meet SL Benfica of Portugal in Lisbon next month in a United Nations ‘Match Against Poverty,’ with soccer greats Ronaldo of Brazil and Zinédine Zidane of France playing on the same side for the first time in a symbolic demonstration of the urgency of working together to fight the global scourge.

UN agency resolves to help growing numbers of refugees fleeing to urban areas

A United Nations gathering aimed at tackling some of the urgent problems suffered by the mounting number of refugees seeking shelter in cities and towns has wrapped up today with calls for greater efforts to help the forcibly displaced.

Ban intervenes with Spain and Morocco over Saharawi activist on hunger strike

Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon is seeking "urgent" action from Spain and Morocco over a Saharawi activist whose condition is rapidly deteriorating after she went on hunger strike last month when Morocco denied her entry into her native Western Sahara, subject of a long-running dispute.

Economic recovery in Latin America and Caribbean to be faster than expected - UN

Latin America and the Caribbean will bounce back faster than expected from the global financial crisis, with growth projected at over 4 per cent next year, a regional United Nations agency for economic development announced today.

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