Tag Archives: Poetry

March 24, 2024 Do words written down with a rhythm and rhymeMature into music if given the time?Will a melody form as the words touch the heart?Or is there a melody, separate, apart, In search of a poem to marry … Continue reading →

March 20, 2024 A poem stirs memories deep in the soul.It touches the hearts of the young and the old.The rhyme and the rhythm, a sweet melody,The words paint a story, a vision to see. They help bring to mind … Continue reading →

March 13, 2024 Homonyms share sounds, sometimes share the same spell,Their meaning’s quite different, the context will tell.Now homophones sound the same, don’t be confusedAs to the meaning, which spelling to use. Homographs, meanwhile, are both spelled the same,But differ … Continue reading →

March 5, 2024 Super Tuesday has come, and we gather to vote.We help keep our country and freedoms afloat.No matter the candidate, whom you may choose,If you don’t cast a vote, then the country will lose. By neglecting to vote … Continue reading →

February 28, 2024 As I look back on high school, those days of the past,What are mem’ries, the shadows they cast?I remember with fondness our town, rather small,Where the neighbors were friendly, and we knew them all. Most of my … Continue reading →

February 25, 2024 In life I’ve had my share of thrills,Some ups and downs and even spills.But times that I remember mostAre quiet times when I could coast. Those times when I could steal away,A peaceful, blissful, quiet day.Out in … Continue reading →

December 28, 2023 It’s a joy to be part of this place where we live,A sharing community willing to giveA smile and a howdy to folks that we greet,And eager to welcome new neighbors we meet. At Christmas the neighborhood’s … Continue reading →

December 23, 2023 “How long does it take you to write a new rhyme?”Is a question I’m asked, and they mean, “How much time?”I’d say half an hour to write and compose,But a lifetime to form all the thoughts that … Continue reading →

December 18, 2023 I’ve found myself writing my usual fare,But reluctant to post what I’ve written. Why share?I don’t know the reason for holding back words.I guess I still wonder, “Has anyone heard?” I’ve shared from my heart, written hundreds … Continue reading →

November 13. 2023 Hard work and persistence will always precedeThe sweet satisfaction, fulfillment of dreams.Overcoming the hardships takes will to succeed,The roadblocks and setbacks are many it seems. Listen to others, the critical word.Don’t be discouraged it’s how we must … Continue reading →