Reflections on a Long Life
The Poetry of John Fields
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Women, no matter how young or old,
Open their hearts to their friends, so I’m told
But men seem to lock up their innermost thoughts
Surrounded by walls, like medieval forts.
God help the poor soul who shows his emotions,
Expresses his feelings or old tribulations.
Each of us lives with a macho façade,
Hiding our souls from all except God.
In wartime it’s different; men bury their pride
When fear and faults have no place to hide.
In foxholes and tanks each man was a brother
Where life depended on trusting each other.
I confess, no one knows who I really am.
On stage each day, playing out the old sham.
Shielding my heart in a coating of steel,
Never revealing the me that is real.
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Reflections On A Long Life
There has been rising interest in poetry in recent years, especially in America. Unfortunately, like some chamber music (written for virtuoso musicians) many poems are not understood by the average reader. In contrast, Mr. Fields writes poetry everyone can enjoy. A few poems will make you laugh. All the poems will appeal to readers looking for insights into their own feelings about life, love and the hereafter.
This beautiful book is a reflection on the exciting past century where the author spent 78 years of his life, observing and experiencing the great events of that era.
About the Author
John Peter Fields spent 4 years in the U. S. Army Air Force during WWII and served in both Italy and China. He has two children and four grandchildren. He and his wife live in Manchester, NJ and spend their winters in Hilton Head, SC. The business world provided the family’s income but art, music and poetry were the author’s lifetime avocations.
Mr. Fields studied music theory in his early years and had planned to be an arranger. In later years he made art his hobby, studying under accomplished artists in Boston, New York and New Jersey. He has sold original works at juried shows and Blue Heron Gallery in Hilton Head, South Carolina. The museum of Hilton Head currently sells his colorful Lighthouse prints.
Mr. Fields’ realistic, easy –reading poetry is an offshoot of lyric writing.