jdubqca

poetry by j matthew waters

about jdub

J Matthew Waters is my pen name. “jdubqca” is my twitter handle. j for John (first name), dub for W (first letter of last name), and qca for Quad Cities Area where I was born and bred (loosely defined as Rock Island and Moline in Illinois and Davenport and Bettendorf on the Iowa side).

After earning a liberal arts degree in English from the University of Iowa in 1984, I’ve since enjoyed a career in the financial services industry. My first collection of poetry entitled “Five Hundred Pieces” was self-published in 1997. My second collection entitled “In the Middle of Somewhere” was self-published as a Kindle edition in 2011. The poems appearing in my third collection, “101 Chances” (chosen from over 500 posted on this blog over a 30 month period), is illustrated by Millie Ho, and concludes with an unreleased series of haiku. In late 2015, I released my latest collection entitled “Forty-Five Revolutions per Minute.”

On a personal note, I’ve resided in Cedar Rapids, Iowa since 1993 with my wife and best friend Norma Jean. We have four grown children.

71 thoughts on “about jdub”

nightlake on July 20, 2012 at 8:37 pm said:

Thank you so much for following my blog. Good luck with your blog and looking towards reading more of your poetry.

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- J Matthew Waters on July 20, 2012 at 8:42 pm said:
  
  i share the same sentiment thank you so much
  
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lscotthoughts on August 9, 2012 at 2:38 pm said:

Hi John,

Thanks so much for all of your visits, likes and follow! I’m sorry for the delayed response, as I seem to be consistently behind in reading blogs these days…I look forward to reading more of your thoughts and writing, too! My hubby and I have been married almost 24 years and have a 17 yr old son and our daughter is almost 21…

Take care,
Lauren

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- J Matthew Waters on February 4, 2013 at 6:23 am said:
  
  Thank you for visiting my little place for poetry and leaving this message. I know what you mean about trying to keep up on blog reading. Keep up the great work on your end, I look forward to reading more of you work. JW
  
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lifesjourneyblog author on August 11, 2012 at 7:10 pm said:

Thank you for finding my blog and liking my post. I hope you come back!

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- J Matthew Waters on August 11, 2012 at 7:12 pm said:
  
  You’re welcome and thanks all the same. Happy blogging to you!
  
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thatdudeeddie on August 11, 2012 at 8:28 pm said:

I like the name, very creative. Stay awesome!

Love and peace.

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- J Matthew Waters on August 11, 2012 at 8:42 pm said:
  
  Thanks, Eddie, and keep up the great work!
  JW
  
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yasniger on August 14, 2012 at 8:45 am said:

Thanks for showing interest in what I put out. I sincerely hope you
continue to find my works entertaining & pleasurable. Please invite
others too. Be safe, be fair, be good.

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- J Matthew Waters on August 14, 2012 at 10:52 am said:
  
  My pleasure and thanks for the follow back 🙂
  
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  - yasniger on August 14, 2012 at 2:07 pm said:
    
    I am delighted to be able to follow your work. I look forward to reading your work. Thanks
nightlake on October 17, 2012 at 10:25 pm said:

Hi Mr Waters, I’ve nominated your blog for the ‘One Lovely Blog’ award. Do check my latest post for more details.

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- J Matthew Waters on October 18, 2012 at 12:51 pm said:
  
  Thank you so much for the nomination, I am honored you had thought of me. jw
  
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lifesjourneyblog author on November 25, 2012 at 9:48 am said:

Thank you for reading and liking my latest blog post. I hope your lifes journey this holiday season is one of peace and joy!

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- J Matthew Waters on November 25, 2012 at 9:52 am said:
  
  My pleasure, Chris, and thank you for supporting my poetry.
  
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nightlake on November 29, 2012 at 7:09 pm said:

Hello, You have been nominated for the Very Inspiring Blogger Award. Please check my latest post for more details

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- J Matthew Waters on January 28, 2013 at 10:31 pm said:
  
  J Matthew Waters on November 30, 2012 at 6:35 am said: Edit
  Thank you once again for the nomination. Hope you have a wonderful day!
  
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Anne on February 3, 2013 at 10:41 pm said:

You’re a very special man, Jdub

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- J Matthew Waters on February 4, 2013 at 6:23 am said:
  
  Thank you very much, Anne, you are a wonderful friend.
  
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Terence W. Amerson on March 24, 2013 at 6:22 am said:

Gardens and poetry grow from the same seed. I enjoy your work with words. I bet that I would love your garden. ta

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- j matthew waters on March 24, 2013 at 8:34 am said:
  
  Thanks so much for the lovely message, Terence.
  
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deelaytful on April 5, 2013 at 12:06 am said:

Hey buddy. Thanks for camping out for a bit at my blog. 🙂 I’m rediscovering the wonders of yours 🙂

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- j matthew waters on April 5, 2013 at 6:21 am said:
  
  The pleasure is mine, Riley. Thanks for revisiting! JW
  
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yasniger on August 13, 2013 at 7:44 pm said:

Thanks for showing interest in what I put out too. I sincerely hope you continue to find my works entertaining & pleasurable. Be safe.

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Wordifull Melanie on November 14, 2013 at 12:43 pm said:

Happy Birthday!!! (I think I’ a day late…sorry)

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- j matthew waters on November 14, 2013 at 10:31 pm said:
  
  thanks so much Melanie – everyday is a birthday never belated ;`)
  
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Renee Gasper on January 8, 2014 at 9:01 pm said:

John,
I admire your work and your creativity. I am proud to be one of your fellow employees in the real world and a fellow artist of our individualities.
Renee

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- j matthew waters on January 8, 2014 at 9:29 pm said:
  
  Thanks so much, Renee, you just made my night. John
  
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Tokoni O. Uti on September 7, 2014 at 7:13 pm said:

Hi,

Do you accept guest posts? I’m a poet and would like to submit if you’re interested. Let Me know! i’m at j.peterswillrule@gmail.com

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- j matthew waters on September 7, 2014 at 7:23 pm said:
  
  Thank you so much for visiting and taking the time to comment. I’m currently not posting others’ work at this time, but I look forward to reading your work.
  
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aquene7 on October 7, 2014 at 4:34 pm said:

Hiyah, I really like your blog and I have nominated you for ‘One Lovely Blog Award’ just click this link http://stepping2yourdreams.wordpress.com/2014/10/07/one-lovely-blog-award/

🙂

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- j matthew waters on October 7, 2014 at 5:48 pm said:
  
  Thank you so much for visiting my little poetry world. I’m honored by your nomination.
  
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  - aquene7 on October 7, 2014 at 5:52 pm said:
    
    Your welcome, I was happy to nominate you:-)
chrisnelson61 on January 17, 2015 at 12:41 pm said:

Thanks for the follow. I hope you enjoy my writing as much as I do yours.

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- j matthew waters on January 17, 2015 at 3:19 pm said:
  
  My pleasure, Chris and thanks to you as well. I’m looking forward to reading more of your wonderful work.
  
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PuppyDoc (Phoebe) on January 17, 2016 at 2:52 pm said:

Love your blog and your writing! Looking forward to reading more. 🙂 Best, phoebe

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- j matthew waters on January 17, 2016 at 2:57 pm said:
  
  Thank you very much, Phoebe. Thanks so much for taking the time to let me know. It means a great deal to me that you think so!
  
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2ndhalfolife on February 7, 2016 at 1:28 pm said:

Thanks for visiting my blog! I’m working still on my poetry…. 🙂

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- j matthew waters on February 7, 2016 at 1:48 pm said:
  
  My pleasure and thanks so much for stopping by mine.
  
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  - 2ndhalfolife on February 7, 2016 at 7:13 pm said:
    
    Pleasure
cmblackwood on February 16, 2016 at 12:51 pm said:

Very impressive blog, John. I look forward to your posts.

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- j matthew waters on February 16, 2016 at 1:38 pm said:
  
  Thank you very much, Ms. Blackwood.
  
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Vonita on February 16, 2016 at 11:35 pm said:

Hi, good to meet you, your poetry is wonderful!

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- j matthew waters on February 17, 2016 at 6:20 am said:
  
  You as well, Vonita – thank you, fellow poet.
  
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Stephanae V. McCoy on May 13, 2016 at 5:54 am said:

Hi jdubqca, I found your blog through a tweet and wanted to pop in to say hello and check out your site. I look forward to reading your works. Have a nice weekend! Steph

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- j matthew waters on May 13, 2016 at 6:00 am said:
  
  Thank you for stopping by and letting me know. I hope you enjoy my poetry.
  
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  - Stephanae V. McCoy on May 13, 2016 at 6:01 am said:
    
    You’re welcome! 🙂
voulaah on May 17, 2016 at 8:04 am said:

Happy to discover and follow your blog
anita
https://femmeetinfos.wordpress.com

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- j matthew waters on May 17, 2016 at 8:07 am said:
  
  Thank you very much – I’m happy to be discovered by you, Anita.
  
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  - voulaah on May 17, 2016 at 8:08 am said:
    
    you’re welcome
ksbeth on May 23, 2016 at 8:16 pm said:

hi john – thanks for stopping by for a read and a follow, i’m enjoying looking over your site and will be following you as well. best, beth

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- j matthew waters on May 23, 2016 at 8:26 pm said:
  
  my pleasure, Beth, and thanks so much for following back, it’s an honor.
  
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Dee on August 25, 2016 at 2:53 pm said:

Hi John. I so enjoy your poems and nominated you for a Liebster Award. Best wishes.

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- j matthew waters on August 25, 2016 at 5:19 pm said:
  
  Thank you very much, Dee, I am humbled and honored for your thoughtfulness.
  
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Mary Caliendo on December 5, 2016 at 3:26 pm said:

Thanks so much for visiting my sites, my daughter is in her Junior Year at Augustana and I have gotten to know that area, I love it there now! I love your work.

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- j matthew waters on December 5, 2016 at 5:38 pm said:
  
  My pleasure and many thanks for stopping by and commenting, Mary. Augustana is a wonderful college – I’m happy to hear you’ve been enjoying the area.
  
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Fiery K. on April 11, 2018 at 9:53 pm said:

I nominated you for the Quote Challenge game.
https://fierykaleidoscope.wordpress.com/2018/04/09/quote-challenge/
Also – you shouldn’t need to self publish; your poetry is REALLY GOOD. Someone should be snapping your material UP.

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- j matthew waters on April 12, 2018 at 6:56 pm said:
  
  Thank you very much for your kind comments. Until that time comes, let’s just say it’s business as usual.
  
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mayawidi on December 13, 2018 at 12:55 am said:

thank you for the visit, likes and for following my simple blog, i really appreciated it.
best regards
maya

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- j matthew waters on December 13, 2018 at 5:44 am said:
  
  My pleasure, Maya.
  
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nightlake on May 7, 2019 at 7:59 am said:

Thank you so much for stopping by my blog and liking my haiku.

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- j matthew waters on May 7, 2019 at 12:36 pm said:
  
  my pleasure ~ it’s visiting your blog again!
  
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  - nightlake on August 5, 2019 at 9:19 pm said:
    
    Would you like to read my haibun published on Luna’s blog?
    https://lunatheblog.com/2019/08/05/positivity-press-49-come-sit-by-me/
  - j matthew waters on August 5, 2019 at 9:22 pm said:
    
    oh yes absolutely ~ thank you for sending me the link!
MG WELLS on October 9, 2019 at 9:22 pm said:

Thanks for sharing all your thought-provoking posts. Enjoy the day and wishing you many blessings in your life and work.

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- j matthew waters on October 9, 2019 at 9:26 pm said:
  
  my pleasure Ms. Wells ~ thank you for being here and sharing your talents
  
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  - MG WELLS on October 9, 2019 at 9:31 pm said:
    
    My pleasure.
Ali Grimshaw on August 8, 2020 at 11:38 pm said:

I just wanted to let you know that am really enjoying your poems.

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- j matthew waters on August 9, 2020 at 7:28 am said:
  
  thank you so much Ali ~ I appreciate you visiting here and sharing your thoughts
  
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etravelersclub on April 17, 2021 at 12:30 pm said:

Life experiences nicely rhymed. Nice to have come across your blog. Welcome to visit mine. Thank you.

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- j matthew waters on April 17, 2021 at 2:45 pm said:
  
  Thank you for stopping by. I will certainly check out your blog, thank you.
  
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