Poetry
Poem, “For Mother’s Day”
For all the mothers who ….. as the last lines of this prayer speak of bringing a certain vision to life… I thought that even though you may not necessarily be religious or even a mother, most of us are spiritual in some way… and this prayer spoke of that …..that piece that i feel…
Read MoreThese Are A Few Of My Favorite Things
If you are feeling miserable you may resist this, and I understand. Just humor me for a few minutes, okay? On the anniversary of Emilee’s diagnosis two years ago..May 9, 2015…and those of you reading this that do not know, she died three months ago. Just tuck that in the back of your head somewhere.…
Read MorePoem, “The Oak Tree, A Message Of Encouragement”
This was a poem on a card to Emilee (from her mother), in which her mom wished her strength to endure. I thought it might be helpful and hopeful. I think of the roots in this poem, as your love…it is strong, deep rooted, and your love will be here as you survive after cancer,…
Read MorePoem, “Grandchild” or “Unrequested Hugs”
Unrequested hugs, especially when I am body slammed at a full run (she is almost two years old), with pure enthusiasm and mischief, prompted this: Grandchild Grandchild who are you That can make joy spread and vibrate In each cell that is my body How do your eyes The faces you make…
Read MorePoem “It Began With Sun beams”
It Began with Sunbeams Lying in my bed Early morning Sunbeams on my face Sensing your presence Telling me it’s time To greet a new day Birds singing here a gleeful, there a melancholy tone Melodic mentions of sound intentions Some staccato Some lyrical Nature’s orchestra plays on luring my heart strings to be…
Read MorePoem, “Encouragement”
A quote I found on Bernie Siegel’s website that spoke to my heart. For all the teachers (formal and informal) in my life Flatter me, and I may not believe you. Criticize me, and I may not like you. Ignore me, and I may not forgive you. Encourage me, and I will not forget you.…
Read MorePoem “Spring Showers From My Eyes”
Spring Showers From My Eyes…. maybe it means I am starting a new phase of living on this earth, rising from the ashes trying to find what I am worth. as does the phoenix, that emerges from the fire, choking and with tearing eyes as it struggles to inspire. if I have learned anything in…
Read MorePoem “Panic Wave”
Panic Wave when dread of the unknown gets a grip and panic washes over: scared stomach tightens whole body tenses anxiety heightens breathing shallow difficult to take a deep breath start to panic breathing faster can’t get out of my skin no escaping thoughts of doom and shame all sense of self-esteem and confidence shrinking…
Read MorePoem “Eleven Lines”
you live in my heart my heart that beats 86,400 times a day and with each beat of my heart the resonance of your memory pulses pulses through me to share love to touch other’s hearts so they too can feel your love that is still alive I hear you in the wind I feel…
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