Love the Moments by Greg Vineyard – You know those moments where the thought just won’t gel? Not just that you’ve doodled it out different ways and are still struggling…
The Poets Voice: March 2016
When Words Sing by Carol Pearce Bjorlie, Rapid River Magazine Poetry Editor/Columnist – When words sing, poetry happens. When words sing, lyricism happens: Lyric poetry (and prose) happens. Friedrich…
In Praise of Intelligence
by Bill Walz – “One of the best human qualities is our intelligence, which enables us to judge what is wholesome and what is unwholesome, what is beneficial and what…
Nutrition For Your Health
by Max Hammonds, MD – New Year’s resolutions fading fast? Heart Health month (February) encouraging you to eat more healthfully? There are so many ideas out there. What to do?…
The Curmudgeon – March 2016
The Curmudgeon by Peter Loewer – Winter was coming to an inelegant close having tired all but the staunchest members of the Western North Carolina area. It was evident—whether driving…
What’s In A Name?
Be Who You Are and Make What You Make by Greg Vineyard – I had the most fascinating experience at a recent art event – a guest felt compelled to…
Spinning Discs February 2016
by James Cassara – I am foregoing reviews of new releases this month and focusing on a few deluxe boxed sets available on both vinyl and CD, packed with extra…
The Poets Voice: February 2016
Black Voices Matter by Carol Pearce Bjorlie, Rapid River Magazine Poetry Editor/Columnist – Quincey Troupe spoke with Bill Moyers at a Festival of Poets in 1995. Nobody can say it…
The Triple Gem
by Bill Walz – “I take refuge in the Buddha, I take refuge in the Dharma, I take refuge in the Sangha.” ~ The Triple Gem The Triple Gem is…