casey-thomas-mcclain
47/M
I'm a born again, freelance photographer and writer. My photography is better than my poetry (in my opinion), it can be seen at: https://500px.com/billlee23301 / and video/musical content at https://youtube.com/caseymcclainphotography?sidVxsWNDB2u-F7mqX
I put on my fancy hat, and all the weird ones vanish like pimples under acne cream. Remember to dream.
Apr 25
Apr 25, 2026 at 1:46 PM UTC
"The shadows grew within my quiet room,
As lonely seasons drifted slowly by.
The golden days, spent in heavy gloom,
Beneath a gray and unresponsive sky.
The weight of all those years upon my heart,
Has carved a hollow place inside my chest.
I feel I lack the strength to make a start,
But when my Lord Jesus says 'I will do this part',
The weight that was holding down and suffocating this kid.
Is suddenly relieved, as if it was just lifted.
There's aspects of life in which I am subpar,
But at times whilst writing I do feel a bit gifted.
Though on my own, if I write, it doesn't get far."
Apr 4
Apr 4, 2026 at 2:44 PM UTC
I'm experiencing constant pain.
My psychiatrists are lacking a brain.
Things were on track, now they've derailed the train.
They've chopped off my meds and now I'm feeling insane.
I don't know how much longer I can endure all this pain.
Withdrawal from my anxiety meds keeps me awake
It's been years, and now I'm wondering how much more pain I can take.
I give it to God but my body still shakes.
Mar 28
Mar 28, 2026 at 4:40 PM UTC
If I could only bring myself
to tell you how special you are,
the way your laughter
dances in the air,
a melody that whispers
to the heart of the world.
I would gather words
like fallen leaves,
each one cradling
a moment, a memory—
the light in your eyes
when dreams take flight.
But words sometimes falter,
stumble over unspoken truths,
and silence wraps around me,
heavy and soft,
as I wish for the courage
to let you know.
You are the spark,
the gentle breeze,
the unseen warmth
that makes the day shine
just a little brighter.
Jan 15
Jan 15, 2026 at 5:24 PM UTC
A speeding car, a blinding light,
It took my breath away.
The world dissolved in darkest night,
Then dawned a brand new day.
I walked the edge, unseen, unknown,
My life hung by a thread.
I should have cried, I should have moaned,
But felt no dread instead.
The fear was gone, the worries ceased,
My mind was clear and bright.
A strange and unexpected peace
Replaced the fading light.
Now every moment I embrace,
With purpose strong and true.
That brush with death, in time and space,
Gave me a clearer view.
Dec 29, 2025
Dec 29, 2025 at 10:00 PM UTC
A gentle babe, in manger low He lay,
Jesus Christ, loved near and far, took breath,
Beneath a star that brightened night away,
And angels sang, defying fear of death.
His mother watched, with tenderness and grace,
A humble birth, a miracle unfold,
A savior born, for all the human race,
A story whispered, centuries old.
The shepherds came, to kneel before the child,
And wise men journeyed, gifts within their hand,
A promise given, pure and undefiled,
To bring redemption
to a weary land.
So let us praise the love He freely gave,
Born under star, mankind to save.
Dec 25, 2025
Dec 25, 2025 at 6:02 PM UTC
All my life I've been in pain
Lacking sunshine, just cold rain
Then you entered my world one day
And all the rainclouds blew away.
Dec 14, 2025
Dec 14, 2025 at 8:53 PM UTC
A song I sing, a humble plea,
Of thanks to Him above,
His love surrounds, eternally,
A never-ending love.
The sun He makes, the rain He sends,
For harvests rich and deep,
His gentle grace that never ends,
A promise He will keep.
Through darkest night, a guiding star,
He lights the path so clear,
No matter how distant or how far,
His presence stills all fear.
So let us sing with grateful heart,
His goodness to proclaim,
From Him our blessings all impart,
Forever praise His name.
Nov 25, 2025
Nov 25, 2025 at 6:02 PM UTC
The shadows creep, the darkness sighs,
Reflecting in my weary eyes.
The world outside, a vibrant hue,
But I am trapped, it isn't true.
A painted scene, I cannot reach,
Beyond the breach, beyond my speech.
So let me fade, into the gray,
Where lonely souls can gently lay.
And find some peace, in quiet rest,
A welcome guest, forever blessed.
Nov 22, 2025
Nov 22, 2025 at 5:57 PM UTC
In shadows deep where silence lies,
I wander lost, beneath gray skies.
Once laughter danced on lips so sweet,
Now echoes haunt my weary feet.
I guess this solitude has made me rude,
And those that were my friends came to an end.
In mirrored halls of dreams I brood,
For kindness fades, as hearts defend.
The moon bears witness to my plight,
A lonely figure in the night.
With every sigh, a whisper shared,
Yet here I stand, alone, ensnared.
So here I walk, a broken tune,
Among the stars, beneath the moon.
For in my heart, a stillness grows,
As time reveals what sorrow knows.
Nov 3, 2025
Nov 3, 2025 at 2:07 AM UTC