Monthly Archives: April 2022

Embrace Today

Posted on April 28, 2022 by johnalex47

April 28, 2022 It’s fine to have some goals in mind,To look beyond the daily grind,About what life might be someday,But never overlook today. What’s in our future we don’t know,Unlike a movie or a show,Fast forwarding to have a … Continue reading →

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Days of Spring

Posted on April 22, 2022 by johnalex47

April 22, 2022 The winds for days blew loud and strong,And after darkness all night long.But morning breaks with calm and still.A hint of gentle breeze I feel. The scent of flowers in the air,A fragrance that they gladly share.There … Continue reading →

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Gardeners

Posted on April 20, 2022 by johnalex47

April 20, 2022 Our children grow, we lend a hand,To help them grow the best we can.We till the garden, plant the seeds,We keep it watered, free of weeds. We watch them sprout, break through the ground,Begin to see and … Continue reading →

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God’s Gifts

Posted on April 18, 2022 by johnalex47

April 18, 2022 Endowed with gifts bestowed at birth,It’s up to us to find their worth.Some talents dormant through the yearsAwait the time when they appear. We did not choose the time or place,But gifts emerged, we got a taste.We … Continue reading →

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After the Storm

Posted on April 14, 2022 by johnalex47

April 14, 2022 A beautiful sunrise that follows a storm,Clouds painted with colors with dawn’s early glow,With sun on my face, I feel cozy and warm.The winds have subsided and no longer blow. Serenaded by birds who are sharing in … Continue reading →

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The Well

Posted on April 10, 2022 by johnalex47

April 10, 2022 For me to write and share in rhymeIs more than how I pass the time.It soothes the soul inside of meTo liberate and set words free. Not sure I know the reason why,Or when and if the … Continue reading →

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Always There

Posted on April 6, 2022 by johnalex47

April 6, 2022 Will anyone hear what I sayWith words I pen most every day?What should I share, what should I hide,When I peer deep to look inside? If I should share, let others peekWill they find answers that they … Continue reading →

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Will It End?

Posted on April 5, 2022 by johnalex47

April 5, 2022 When I think about stopping this writing in rhyme,Consider what else I should do with that time,I ask if they truly have value or worth,These verses that form as I give the words birth. The verses keep … Continue reading →

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