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About Me

A lot of titles can be attached to me, but I think the title of poet is the most fitting. I've been writing poetry for a number of years now, and my work is constantly evolving. I used to facilitate open mics in several parts of the island, but I have decided to retire and set my sights in other directions. I am still a regular participant in Staten Island's open mic scene and can be found performing at various venues.
I am also a published author. I have been included in literary magazines such as Third Rail, Unquiet Desperation, and Nomad's Choir. However, my proudest accomplishment as a writer was my book, Serotonin Seas. It is a collection of forty poems written over a span of six years. If you purchase Serotonin Seas, some poems I recommend include Calculations, Blood Of The Lamb, Two Words, and of course, Suicide Bomber.
Trails Through The Greenbelt is now available to the masses and can be found on all major online retailers. We are hoping to sell them all over the city. Thank you to all who have contributed work to, dedicated time to producing, and made a commitment to purchasing a copy of this anthology of 48 Staten Island poets, artists, and writers.
I currently work for an organization called Baltic Street AEH, Inc. as a peer bridger. I help inpatients at South Beach Psychiatric Center make an easy transition from being hospitalized to being in the community. It's very rewarding work. It's my personal mission to bring empowerment to consumers, as well as break the stigma of having a mental illness and being in treatment for one.
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My Interests

I'd like to meet:


Fellow activists, musicians, poets, poker players, people with a sense of humor, people who care about more than the drama existing within their sheltered lives, and just anybody with an opinion.

Also, if you're not from my area or I don't know you and you want me to add you just so we can chat and what have you, I'm totally down with that. I've met several people off of MySpace and have had great conversations with people off of MySpace and I have not been disappointed thus far. But if you could also send me a message first, I would appreciate it. Also, if you think that wearing a bikini will entice me to add you as a friend, you are dead fucking wrong. I don't do webcams either, so you girls best be stepping off.

My Blog

"Idan Raichel"

I'm surfing on sand Feeling waves of quartz Between my toes. However, They do not scratch But massage. The tide is clear, Yet I am touching the sky, Feeling heaven brush against cranial follic...
Posted by on Fri, 16 Jan 2009 10:03:00 GMT

"Boozer Of The Year"

Limbs quake As alcohol abdicates the throne Of my liver. It was my lover, The long-term relationship That lasted for twelve years, Each year screaming obscenities Towards each step of sobriety....
Posted by on Thu, 08 Jan 2009 08:49:00 GMT

2008 Survey

In 2008 did you...1-Did you kiss anyone?A couple of people.2- Did you date anyone?For the first couple of months and then a little here and there afterwards.3-Are you going to kiss someone wh...
Posted by on Sat, 27 Dec 2008 20:38:00 GMT

"My Inebriation"

My inebriation Was your gateway into my mouth. My inebriation Was your gateway into my pants. My inebriation Was your gateway into my need for affection. My inebriation Was your gateway into my...
Posted by on Wed, 10 Dec 2008 12:19:00 GMT

"On A Foggy Day"

On a foggy day, I can see my name inscribed in the Book of Life For the twenty-eighth time With the power of my chakras, A divided rainbow. Four shadows in the mist.   On a foggy day, I c...
Posted by on Wed, 26 Nov 2008 11:56:00 GMT

"Masochist"

I'm standing on spikes Feeling my bare feet sink into the pressure Of the blunt tips.   I'm dancing While attempting to maintain balance As I carry the weight of the world on my shoulders. &nb...
Posted by on Tue, 04 Nov 2008 10:55:00 GMT

"Syzygy"

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Posted by on Tue, 28 Oct 2008 09:04:00 GMT

Autumn of Jack

I am officially on vacation.  On the agenda for today is seeing the movie, "Religulous" with Bill Maher.  I've been a fan of his for ages and can't wait to see his biting commentary on the s...
Posted by on Mon, 06 Oct 2008 10:49:00 GMT

Vacation

After nearly two years of working at Baltic Street, I am finally taking a vacation.  It's much needed, by virtue of the fact that last week, I was assaulted on a unit.  In addition, I have a...
Posted by on Sun, 05 Oct 2008 12:12:00 GMT

STROKE By Douglas Cala and Jack Freedman

Stroke the sensitive skin Under the nape of my neck See if I jump away See if I follow the tracing of your soft fingers Against my Adam's apple See if our tight embrace resists those That are ag...
Posted by on Wed, 01 Oct 2008 08:39:00 GMT