Tag Archives: poetry

Isaiah’s Longing

Posted on March 20, 2021 by rheaharmsen

Climbing up a mountain they are coming all the nations coming. Up white steps of marble beat of drumming, water humming spilling fountains. They are climbing eyes a’shining. Sun glistening on ebony tears streaming from blue iris jet hair flowing … Continue reading →

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That day

Posted on September 7, 2020 by rheaharmsen

I wish I could enshrine that dayIn my mind, nay, in my soulAnd share it still.It was a perfect dayA day in which I drank my fill.And store for a time to comeWhen we shall no longer beTogether as one. … Continue reading →

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Home (My reflections on the present crisis)

Posted on October 8, 2014 by rheaharmsen

Home “And except those days be shortened there shall be no flesh saved: but for the elect’s sake those days shall be shortened.” Revelations I am looking for a place to lay down my … Continue reading →

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The Black Woman’s Journey, a poem for Black History Month

Posted on February 10, 2014 by rheaharmsen

The Black Woman’s Journey It’s a dangerous world out there Treat her like a queen Close ranks for protection Treat her like a queen You can’t carry her bags Even though she’s a queen She must tote the weary … Continue reading →

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MLK Poetry Tribute – Race in America: Journey of the black male

Posted on January 20, 2014 by rheaharmsen

MLK Poetry Tribute – Race in America 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 … Continue reading →

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Book excerpt from INTERMARRY, the novel that promises “The conversation on race has begun. Tread carefully.”

Posted on December 22, 2013 by rheaharmsen

Fiona walked into the dark office and put her keys back in her purse. She was about to switch on the lights when a voice out of the darkness said, “Hello.” She nearly jumped out of her skin. “Jesus!” A … Continue reading →

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Rhea Harmsen’s novel INTERMARRY will be FREE on Amazon for 5 days starting Dec. 22, 2013

Posted on December 21, 2013 by rheaharmsen

Rhea Harmsen’s new novel, premiered in november 2013 and is now entering a Free e-book promotion. From Dec 22, 2013 to Dec 26, 2013 readers can download the book from this site on Amazon.com. Happy reading!

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You called me here to watch you cry

Posted on December 19, 2012 by rheaharmsen

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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Race in America – Journey of the Black Male

Posted on September 7, 2012 by rheaharmsen

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

Posted on March 18, 2012 by rheaharmsen

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 →