my life and feeling's in
Poetry
Jim O'Brien's poetry book takes readers on a journey through his life, filled with moments of love, loss, and wonder. Now at 80 years old, Jim O'Brien shares what he has learned about family, Ireland, and life with warmth and honesty.
In these poems, you’ll walk down the streets of Liscannor with a cheerful girl, sit by a cozy fire listening to old stories, and stand by the Grand Canal, feeling the weight of history.
His poems about family are especially touching, showing the unique spirit of each loved one. From the sad goodbye in "Goodbye with a Heavy Heart" to the pride in "I'm So Proud of You," Jim O'Brien’s personal stories remind us of feelings we all share. His poems about Ireland, its landscapes, people, and spirit, capture both its timeless beauty and its changes.
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Jim O’Brien was born in Dublin in 1943 and spent his early years in the city centre before moving to a new estate on the outskirts in 1950. Growing up with two sisters and a brother, Jim discovered his love of poetry as a teenager while attending school.
After leaving school, he worked as a delivery boy for a hardware store, meeting many of the people who would later inspire his poems. In 1962, his family moved to Manchester for his father’s work. Jim took on various jobs, including working in a hat factory, a transformer factory, and a blacksmith forge, where he formed lasting friendships.
Jim married in 1967, though the marriage lasted only three years. He remarried in 1974, and this second marriage spanned three decades. He wrote a poem for his wife every year on her birthday and their anniversary. In 1979, while working in a chemical factory, Jim became a union shop steward, deepening his knowledge of trade unions and advocating for his colleagues.
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"Sed ut perspiciatis unde om"
Jim O’Brien’s words remind us that in a busy world, deep truths are often found in small moments, a child’s smile, a stormy shore, or a kind gesture. Whether describing the busy streets of Dublin or the quiet roads of Clare, his words carry wisdom and hope.
This collection is more than poems; it’s a tribute to a life filled with love, family, and the search for meaning. For anyone who has loved, wondered about life, or found joy in small moments, these poems offer comfort and inspiration.
