Hey, friends. The estimable and supremely talented Nigel Byng has graciously featured my poem “Wisdom” in his Exploring Poetry initiative on his blog Helping You To Succeed. This series explores the poetry of various authors as Nigel reads each piece and takes a deep-dive of analysis and interpretation to explore beyond the words. I am absolutely honored and humbled to have one of my poems included in this series. Nigel is an accomplished storyteller and poet, and his kindness and generosity are well-known in this WordPress writing community. He makes it his mission to lift up fellow writers, to shine the light on others, and to offer compassionate support and encouragement. He most definitely represents the very best of this community, and it’s my profound pleasure to call him my friend.
You can check out Nigel’s reading and analysis of my poem here:
Also, be sure to take your own deep-dive into Nigel’s short fiction and poetry on his blog. He is blessed with uncanny ability and keen insight into the human condition. Simply put, he’s brilliant.
Thank you, my brother Nigel, for this wonderful gift. You presence in this community is a godsend and I’m beyond grateful for your kindness and support.
Silent Pariah 
You’re too kind. Thank you for such a wonderful hype introduction. It was a beautiful poem to do a deep dive. Your writing always demands attention and respect. Thank you for allowing me to read and share it on my website, Mike.
Your generosity is truly appreciated.
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It really made my early morning when I saw your notification pop up. I raced to your blog to check it out and was so impressed with your analysis. Extremely cool, and had me grinning throughout. Truly grateful for the opportunity, Nigel. *tips cap* 😊🧢
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I do my best with these poems. I am glad that I give myself a couple of weeks to sit with them. And you gave me 6 to choose from… I was tempted to draw lots 🤣
But I had fun putting it together. I am contemplating just doing audio for the entire post in future.
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Congrats, Mike! Nigel knows his stuff.
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Thanks, Mitch. Nigel is a bright light in this community, for sure, always supporting his fellow creatives. I was so stoked when he asked me to take part in this initiative. I’m really pleased with his analysis. 😊
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Me too, Mike. And he reads it beautifully.
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Thank you, Mitch.
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Love the poem and love Nigel’s insights into it. You have such a great gift of grabbing your reader’s hand and taking us with you to the place you inhabit. I am glad Nigel’s readers got a chance to go there, too. Well done, Mike.
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Thank you, Russell.
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Thanks, Russ. This really means a lot to me. It’s a pleasure to have you and other readers accompany me to those poetic places. Nigel really nailed the analysis. I wish I could have heard his reading of the poem–from what I understand, he retains a bit of his Trinidadian accent. I was delighted when he asked to read one o my poems. I’m glad he chose this one–it’s one of my rare, hopeful, peaceful pieces.
Glad you enjoyed it, good sir. 😊
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huge congrats, mike. nigel does such lovely readings and he read your words so beautifully
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Kindest thanks, Beth. I was excited to see which poem Nigel would choose (I submitted six), and more than pleased with his analysis. I wish my ears worked so I could have listened to his reading, but that didn’t stop me from enjoying the experience. Nigel’s a good dude and a real asset to our WP community. 😊
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Congrats! Absolutely beautiful, Mike, and amen. And a well done to Nigel as well! 🌷
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Thanks, Carol. It was a delight to read Nigel’s analysis of my poem. He was spot-on. I wasn’t able to hear his reading, of course, but it’s all good. Nigel is consistently raising up his fellow creatives and promoting and encouraging others. I have so much respect for him. I’m glad you enjoyed the poem and Nigel’s presentation. Much appreciated. 😊
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