John Peter Read

John Peter Read

About John Peter Read

John Peter Read was born in the East End of London in 1948. He was brought up by his Nan and mother, as his father left home when he was 5 years old. At the age of 15, John left school with just a basic education. While in school, he wrote little rhymes just for fun. A couple of his religious poems were published by the Christian church in the UK. He always looks for the best in people regardless of their faults because none of us are perfect, and he’s not one to take life too seriously. John joined the Family Friend Poems Forum in 2011, one year after his wife, Ann, passed away. Sharing his thoughts through poetry helps with the pain of grieving.

    Poems by John Peter Read

  • God Is Love

    Religion is not the pathway to God, religion holds God as a hostage,I believe religion is fiction and that God is love.

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    • Posted on 06/08/25

    in God Poems

    God is my spirit
    God is my soul
    God is the one
    Who makes my life whole.

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  • The Moment.

    Accepting life for what it is, for nothing is guaranteed.

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    • Posted on 01/26/25

    in Poems about Life Struggles

    Through life we walk a tightrope
    between the present and the past.
    Our lives hang in the balance
    and there is no going back.

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  • Man In The Moon.

    Humans are slowly destroying our planet it's time to Wake up.

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    • Posted on 01/07/25

    in Earth Poems

    The man in the Moon
    looks down at the earth
    and bows his head in shame.

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  • Awareness.

    It's so hard now days to sort out the lies from the truth, so we have to be aware, never take anyone's word for granted,for if something doesn't feel right,then it's most probably wrong.
    The pathway of awareness and truth is the best path to follow.

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    • Posted on 11/10/24

    in Poems about Life Struggles

    Awareness is wisdom
    were truth wears a crown.
    Where freedom is born
    and lies make no sound.

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  • Wishing You Were Here

    • Published: March 26, 2025

    in Wife Death Poems

    In the silence of twilight
    When ghostly whispers unfold.
    Thoughts fill my head
    From days of long ago.

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    • Rating 4.06
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  • John P. Read, London
  • 5 years ago

Hi Kumari. I was one of those who certainly pushed the limits. I now regret all those days of not attending school. I have learned life's lesson the hard way.

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  • John P. Read, London
  • 5 years ago

There's hidden strength in all of us, sister Beryl. We must never give up hope never lose faith. I do believe God is never more than a heartbeat away. God Bless.

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  • John P. Read, London
  • 5 years ago

Hi Ben,
So sorry to read your story. I'm sure you have done all you can in letting your dear wife know how much you mean to her. When my wife Ann passed away, she knew how much I loved her; no words were needed. God bless you both.

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  • John P. Read, London
  • 5 years ago

Congratulations sister Beryl on winning the summer poetry contest for children. Your win is well deserve A lovely limerick poem from a wonderful lady.

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  • John P. Read, London
  • 5 years ago

Thank you, Beryl. I regard you as a dear friend. God Bless.

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