Canadian waterfall

One perfect day

One perfect moment

Gauzy sun washing my soul

John Doelman

image of lake

About Us

Doelman Poetry was created as a site to showcase everything we are working on, and to give a place to share with all who are a part of this journey. This could be poets or songwriters and musicians. The intention is to give everyone who visits something to lighten their day a bit.

Our short goal is to let you know where you can find John’s book, Quetico Connection, and to tell you some backstory that isn’t necessarily in the book. There will be posts occasionally of poetry and photos. Some will be old and some new. Because different things inspire us from day to day, we will try to give you some of the inspiration as we post.

We will post songs from friends as well. Word of mouth is the best form of marketing. Let us know what you like, and if it is great, buy it!

Our blog is going to be for thoughts, suggestions, and conversation. Let’s keep it light and in keeping with the theme of the site!

In the future we will be creating a calendar of events. Hopefully that will grow to be a source of enjoyment for everyone, especially if you appreciate live events. Having been a part of Dar Williams’ “Writing a Song That Matters” workshops, there are many of us who perform our songs live. We will try to keep you up to date on who and where you can see them live!

FAQ

Questions about my writing or photos?

I am always up for questions about style or details. If you would like copies of my book or limited edition photo/poems, let me know. Right now “StormEnds” is the onlv one, but there will be more!

New Calendar Event?

If there is anv event we can share, let me know and I will check my schedule. If you are involved with our “Writing a Song That Matters” group and performing in concert, let’s share it!

Let's share links!

Face to face, word to word, connection to connection, sharing links can make a big difference with our own successes. Give me the details here!

Other thoughts?

Anvthing else? Comments? Ideas? This is the place!

My deepest dream is to open some kind of window in the heart, to all that exists around us. We hold the keys. All we need to do is recognize that we do, and notice.

John Doelman

Praise for Quetico Connection

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Your book is wonderful! The photos are glorious!

– DB

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It was wonderful and written from the heart. You nailed it! Our bond with nature is as close to knowing God, as how else is the beauty of it all explained? There is nothing better than going to float and observe and be observed. I will look forward to your sequel!

 

– BR

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I felt a real sense of being right where you were, melding with the world around you. As old as the air you breathed so too was the sense of timelessness in the untouched nature around you. 

– Bryan

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The poems bring a sense of wonder and truly make you feel as though you are traveling along with the author…10/10 recommend to all nature and poetry lovers alike.

– Julian

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Launching Doelman Poetry

I am so excited to share Doelman Poetry with all vistors to this site. My book, Quetico Connection, is launching to online and retail bookstores on January 26, 2023. Visit my "Get the book" page for information on where you can find this new release.