So thankful to get another opportunity to be apart of rals world! The imagery of this zine is stunning 🤩 I truly enjoyed pushing myself outside my comfort zone with this piece and I love seeing everyone’s work! Truly honored to be amongst all you talents humans🫶🏼✨
Your composition was exquisite, a remarkable demonstration of your inner radiance.
We highly encourage you to submit to the Zine Issue. Consider lending your full support as a paid member; it would be a true asset. Thoughts? Sincerely 🧡
Thank you, Orbiters. This issue took so much heart, so much time, so much energy — late nights, reshaping visuals, curating voices, stitching emotions into something whole. But seeing it finally breathe as
The Waves makes every moment worth it. Thank you for your patience, your softness, your presence. You make Planet Ral possible and beautiful.
Dear Kelly, thank you for reaching out! Please forgive the late reply; my day began with worship, as it often does. To have you "onboard" is nothing short of a pleasure, your beautiful poem was an incredible display of talent, radiating pure light.
We would be so thrilled if you would contribute to the Zine Issue (submission link is just below). Your contributions are invaluable. Much love!
I love learning that your day began with worship. This only partially explains where your inner light arises. That you are also the source of your own inner light as is crystal clear here. Look what you have done today? Thank you for your warm embrace. I am so glad to be here. Thank you for your invitation for your next issue of Zine. I’ll be sure and submit. Enjoy your day!
Thank you so much for your kind words, Eljon. My apologies for the delayed response, I was attending church services, as is my tradition.
It is always a genuine honor to have your presence here; your poem was truly sublime and an absolute burst of light. I truly hope you consider submitting to the Zine Issue (the link is just below).
And, of course, having your talents as a fully paid member would be a significant blessing to our community. Thoughts? Much love!
Wow! Thank you, Ral! What an honour to be featured among such deeply moving and powerful voices. This issue of FEELINGS is truly something special,,soft, bold, human, and full of heart. Thank you for creating this breathtaking space for us to share the waves and tides of what it means to feel. I’m so grateful to be part of it. You are amazing, thank you for all that you do, and all that you are. Congratulations to all! 🥰🥹❤️🫶🏻✨️🎉
I apologize for my silence; I was away for my regular church service. It is a genuine pleasure to have you here, your recent poem was pure magic and a testament to the light you carry.
I sincerely hope to see your submission for the Zine Issue (link below!). We would also be incredibly fortunate to welcome you as a fully paid member. I would love to hear your thoughts on joining us fully. Much love. ♥️
No need to apologise at all, we completely understand. Thank you so much, Ral, your words truly mean a lot. I’m honoured that the piece resonated with you. Being part of this space has been such a gift, and I’m deeply grateful to have contributed to the Zine issues. Thank you for the warmth and creative community you’ve nurtured here. I’ll definitely keep both the membership and submission in mind. 🥰🥹❤️🫶🏻✨️
You are so kind, Kelly. I will be reading all the beautiful submissions through the weekend. I keep coming back to the wonderous words and artwork here.
Hello Hera, It’s such a pleasure to meet you and I look forward to reading more of your poetry soon. Yes, Ral’s choice of artwork is always a more than delightful surprise but this issue of Planet Ral tops all others thus far. Beautiful!
Thank you so much for your kind words, Hera. My apologies for the delayed response,, I was attending church services, as is my tradition.
It is always a genuine honor to have your presence here; your poem was truly sublime and an absolute burst of light. I truly hope you consider submitting to the Zine Issue (the link is just below).
And, of course, having your talents as a fully paid member would be a significant blessing to our community. Thoughts? Much love ♥️♥️
Dearest Stacy, my gratitude for your comment. My absence was due to my church engagement—a priority I hold sacred. Having you in our circle is an unwavering delight. The poem you shared was nothing short of inspired.
Please find the Zine submission link below the issue. Should you choose to join us as a paid member, it would truly elevate our community. I await your thoughts. Much love ♥️
Thank you Ral, what a fabulous “group, coven or movement” of poets & writers you have bought together. Beautifully edited, the illustrations really work well together. 🙏
Thank you for this wonderfully kind note, Cole. Kindly forgive the slight pause; I was just returning from worship.
Your presence is so profound and a pleasure. We would be thrilled to receive your submission for the Zine Issue the link to the form is below the issue.
Further, we invite you to join our membership; your talent is simply invaluable. What say you? Warmly.
Ral! Command performance! You have orchestrated a symphony of the poetic instruments we, as poets, have become and composed an absolute masterpiece. I am honored to be a member of your outstanding philharmonic. Bravo!
I Agree! 100% --- I am beyond honored to sit in unison with such talented individuals - Can you imagine if we were all in one room together? What magic we could weave! This was my holiday miracle! XO
Ral, such a gorgeous collection again! Congratulations on this new zine. So many voices gathered to share feelings with people they could never meet in person. Yes, breathtaking indeed. Thank you for including my small contribution to your masterpiece. The art work is extraordinary!
My good friend, just wait untill you see the actual Zine. what a lovely surprise to see your comment. I was momentarily unavailable while attending church. Your participation here is a constant source of joy.
Your poem was beautifully rendered,a clear and guiding light. The Zine submission link awaits you below the issue. Much love.
Thank you so much, Tanja. I offer my apologies for the belated reply, having been occupied with services. It remains a genuine privilege to connect with you.
Your composition was exquisite, a remarkable demonstration of your inner radiance.
We highly encourage you to submit to the Zine Issue. Consider lending your full support as a paid member; it would be a true asset. Thoughts? Sincerely ♥️♥️
My apologies for the time lag; I was committed to worship. It’s always an absolute honour to see your name. Your poem was profoundly moving and demonstrated true, inner brilliance.
We’d be delighted if you would contribute to the Zine. Joining us as a paid member would be an enrichment we deeply value. Your thoughts on this are welcome. Much love ♥️♥️
So thankful to get another opportunity to be apart of rals world! The imagery of this zine is stunning 🤩 I truly enjoyed pushing myself outside my comfort zone with this piece and I love seeing everyone’s work! Truly honored to be amongst all you talents humans🫶🏼✨
Always good friend♥️♥️♥️
Your composition was exquisite, a remarkable demonstration of your inner radiance.
We highly encourage you to submit to the Zine Issue. Consider lending your full support as a paid member; it would be a true asset. Thoughts? Sincerely 🧡
THE WAVES.
Thank you, Orbiters. This issue took so much heart, so much time, so much energy — late nights, reshaping visuals, curating voices, stitching emotions into something whole. But seeing it finally breathe as
The Waves makes every moment worth it. Thank you for your patience, your softness, your presence. You make Planet Ral possible and beautiful.
🫶🏼✨ thank you for all you do!!! This piece is stunninggggggggg
Tell me more ☺️☺️☺️☺️
Ral, I meant what I wrote. Both times… The Waves really is amazing. Thank you for including me in another of your fine accomplishments.
Dear Kelly, thank you for reaching out! Please forgive the late reply; my day began with worship, as it often does. To have you "onboard" is nothing short of a pleasure, your beautiful poem was an incredible display of talent, radiating pure light.
We would be so thrilled if you would contribute to the Zine Issue (submission link is just below). Your contributions are invaluable. Much love!
Hello Ral,
I love learning that your day began with worship. This only partially explains where your inner light arises. That you are also the source of your own inner light as is crystal clear here. Look what you have done today? Thank you for your warm embrace. I am so glad to be here. Thank you for your invitation for your next issue of Zine. I’ll be sure and submit. Enjoy your day!
Thank you, Ral! Thank you for all that you do. 🥰🥹🫶🏻❤️
♥️♥️♥️
❤️❤️❤️🫶🏻✨️
Thank you, Ral! This is one amazing piece ❤️
Hello Elision, your poem, Resilience, is absolutely wonderful. I have so enjoyed reading it. I hope you’re enjoying the day.
Hello Eljon💃💃💃
Thank you so much for your kind words, Eljon. My apologies for the delayed response, I was attending church services, as is my tradition.
It is always a genuine honor to have your presence here; your poem was truly sublime and an absolute burst of light. I truly hope you consider submitting to the Zine Issue (the link is just below).
And, of course, having your talents as a fully paid member would be a significant blessing to our community. Thoughts? Much love!
Ral, thank you from the bottom of my heart that I was able to partecipate among this talented and great writers.
Grateful for this experience, grateful that I can be part of this community and feeling so proud!
A huge hug! 🤗🩷
This is amazing! Thank you for including me in this magnificent post!
This is incredible work once again Ral, love the corresponding artwork too! Can’t wait to dive in - thanks for including my piece!
Hello Chris, 13 Miles is just fantastic. Wonderful job!
Thanks Kelly!
Chris, 13 Miles is Heartrending. But in it I see a father’s love. Another beautiful poem.
Hello Chris, what can I say but you wrote another gem. Keep writing and I will keep reading.
That means so much Allan
You're the best and I'll never get tired of saying it♥️
Wow! Thank you, Ral! What an honour to be featured among such deeply moving and powerful voices. This issue of FEELINGS is truly something special,,soft, bold, human, and full of heart. Thank you for creating this breathtaking space for us to share the waves and tides of what it means to feel. I’m so grateful to be part of it. You are amazing, thank you for all that you do, and all that you are. Congratulations to all! 🥰🥹❤️🫶🏻✨️🎉
Sairwa, And its Light is breathtaking. Wonderful poem!
Thank you! 🥰🥹
Hello Saira💃💃💃💃
Hello beautiful 🥰❤️🥹
I apologize for my silence; I was away for my regular church service. It is a genuine pleasure to have you here, your recent poem was pure magic and a testament to the light you carry.
I sincerely hope to see your submission for the Zine Issue (link below!). We would also be incredibly fortunate to welcome you as a fully paid member. I would love to hear your thoughts on joining us fully. Much love. ♥️
No need to apologise at all, we completely understand. Thank you so much, Ral, your words truly mean a lot. I’m honoured that the piece resonated with you. Being part of this space has been such a gift, and I’m deeply grateful to have contributed to the Zine issues. Thank you for the warmth and creative community you’ve nurtured here. I’ll definitely keep both the membership and submission in mind. 🥰🥹❤️🫶🏻✨️
So honored to be included amongst this line up of talented beings. Thank you 🙏
Hello Hera, Walls of my Bedroom truly is a beautiful poem. Wonderful job. So glad you are here.
You are so kind, Kelly. I will be reading all the beautiful submissions through the weekend. I keep coming back to the wonderous words and artwork here.
Hello Hera, It’s such a pleasure to meet you and I look forward to reading more of your poetry soon. Yes, Ral’s choice of artwork is always a more than delightful surprise but this issue of Planet Ral tops all others thus far. Beautiful!
Thank you so much for your kind words, Hera. My apologies for the delayed response,, I was attending church services, as is my tradition.
It is always a genuine honor to have your presence here; your poem was truly sublime and an absolute burst of light. I truly hope you consider submitting to the Zine Issue (the link is just below).
And, of course, having your talents as a fully paid member would be a significant blessing to our community. Thoughts? Much love ♥️♥️
Thanks from my heart full of clay right now♥️
Thank you for including me in this the artwork is amazing.
Hello Stacy, Wonder is a beautifully crafted poem. I am so glad to run into you here. I look forward to reading more of you.
Thank you.
Hello Stacy 💃💃💃
Dearest Stacy, my gratitude for your comment. My absence was due to my church engagement—a priority I hold sacred. Having you in our circle is an unwavering delight. The poem you shared was nothing short of inspired.
Please find the Zine submission link below the issue. Should you choose to join us as a paid member, it would truly elevate our community. I await your thoughts. Much love ♥️
Another masterpiece Ral, a privilege to be included. I will now sit back and enjoy reading all. 🙏
Hello Mark! Long time no see! A Dementia And is a remarkable poem and is a brilliant beginning to Ral’s fantastic creation, The Waves. Beautiful job.
Thank you so much Kelly, your comments are gratefully received and appreciated.
Take care…. 🙏
Hello Mark. They are always well deserved. Enjoy the day!
Just going to commence my afternoon wandering, the rain will add another dimension to my photography. Many thanks 🙏
Enjoy your walk, Mark.
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I don't say just enough of how much it means to me to have you with us.... Mark.
It warms my heart each day.
You're such a light. ♥️♥️♥️
Thank you Ral, what a fabulous “group, coven or movement” of poets & writers you have bought together. Beautifully edited, the illustrations really work well together. 🙏
Dearest Ral, such a beautifully comprised group of lovely writers. I am most proud to be amongst them all ♥️
Hi Elisa, the writers in this group are incredible. I look forward to reading your work
Hello Elisa, I just read Dear Hearted October again and it really is a beautiful poem. I hope you know. Be well.
I told you no. Later, you would tell me that you
were glad I said it because it kept me mysterious
and much later I wish I would have said yes.
Good stuff @melanieannecole
Heyyyy Cole... Welcome to planet Ral. And yes: Melanie's work was classy💯💯
Thank you for this wonderfully kind note, Cole. Kindly forgive the slight pause; I was just returning from worship.
Your presence is so profound and a pleasure. We would be thrilled to receive your submission for the Zine Issue the link to the form is below the issue.
Further, we invite you to join our membership; your talent is simply invaluable. What say you? Warmly.
I'd be delighted to write something. I'll look at the submission form and start soon, thanks :)
Ral! Command performance! You have orchestrated a symphony of the poetic instruments we, as poets, have become and composed an absolute masterpiece. I am honored to be a member of your outstanding philharmonic. Bravo!
💃💃💃💃💃
Should I scream how much I love you for saying this? ♥️♥️♥️♥️
I Agree! 100% --- I am beyond honored to sit in unison with such talented individuals - Can you imagine if we were all in one room together? What magic we could weave! This was my holiday miracle! XO
...not to mention the artistry of your curating and formatting, Ral. Incredible!
You have no idea.... ♥️♥️♥️
Ral, such a gorgeous collection again! Congratulations on this new zine. So many voices gathered to share feelings with people they could never meet in person. Yes, breathtaking indeed. Thank you for including my small contribution to your masterpiece. The art work is extraordinary!
Isn’t Ral incredible? And Handmade Paper is just beautiful. I hope you know this.
Hello love 💃💃💃💃
My good friend, just wait untill you see the actual Zine. what a lovely surprise to see your comment. I was momentarily unavailable while attending church. Your participation here is a constant source of joy.
Your poem was beautifully rendered,a clear and guiding light. The Zine submission link awaits you below the issue. Much love.
I just SUBSCRIBED to everyone who contributed that I wasn’t subscribed to yet — let’s lift each other up and subscribe to each other!
Absolutely, Chris!
I subscribed to all as well. Amazing work! 😊🫶
Awww, Thank You So Much! I feel we are all finding our tribe! A bit later in life, but I am glad I arrived here!
That's great Tanja
Thank you so much, Tanja. I offer my apologies for the belated reply, having been occupied with services. It remains a genuine privilege to connect with you.
Your composition was exquisite, a remarkable demonstration of your inner radiance.
We highly encourage you to submit to the Zine Issue. Consider lending your full support as a paid member; it would be a true asset. Thoughts? Sincerely ♥️♥️
Hello Mark, I really enjoyed you poem. Looking forward to reading more.
Very true Allan💯
Hello Saira, this is a really good poem. I am grateful to be part of this and reading poets like yourself. Looking forward to reading more from you.
Hi, Allan! Thank you! You'll enjoy my new book. Winner of The Strange Inc Book Awards 2025. 😊🥹
Thank you for including me with this incredible group of poets, Ral! ♥️
Hello beautiful Alana 💃💃💃
You're such a light
My apologies for the time lag; I was committed to worship. It’s always an absolute honour to see your name. Your poem was profoundly moving and demonstrated true, inner brilliance.
We’d be delighted if you would contribute to the Zine. Joining us as a paid member would be an enrichment we deeply value. Your thoughts on this are welcome. Much love ♥️♥️
I would be delighted to contribute to the zine
Loved your piece Alana!
Thank you, Chris. 13 Miles really struck a chord. Lovely to connect! Hugs. xx