Tag Archives: Poetry

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 →

November 12, 2023 A bit of humor – sad but true … I walk into another room then ask, “Why am I here?”I stop a while to look around, I know it must be near.Retrace my steps to find again … Continue reading →

October 18. 2023 In this time of technology, rushing around,Bombarded with noises, surrounded by sound,We get lost in the hustle and bustle each day,And forget how to listen to what others say. To live in the moment is not hard … Continue reading →

September 29, 2023 I’m not sure how it works when my knee is in pain.Can it get in my head and then impact my brain?It’s my knee that is hurting it’s not in my head.Can a pain in my knee … Continue reading →

September 7, 2023 Already September, I’m ready for fall.It’s time for a cold front, I pray it won’t stall.It’s time for cool evenings, a chill in the air,An end to the heat, it’s a festive affair. I pray that those … Continue reading →

July 16, 2023 Don’t wait for a blowout to cause you to stop.Take time to pull over, see blossoms on trees,Hear birds as they sing, see the cotton tails hop.Sit down with the flowers that wave in the breeze. The … Continue reading →

June 29, 2023 Another day, another rhyme,For me it’s not a waste of time.The time it takes to share them too,If that’s worthwhile is up to you. It soothes my soul to contemplate,Then find the words that can relateThoughts from … Continue reading →