Is life really too short or maybe too long?
A journey just plucking out the strong
So much joy and tenderness with aching
With every breath, memories we are making
A child, then a wife, and finally a parent
The hardest job with long hours and nay a red cent
Spending days in front of the screen to pay the bills
Blurred vision, headaches looming with unmade meals
Guilt for the friend and wife and mother I am not
Worthy just the same for the wins that I've got
The dichotomy of life is sorrow and bliss
Short or long, it doesn't matter as neither I'll miss
Aug 15, 2022
Aug 15, 2022 at 7:22 PM UTC
In the end it was never the destination that mattered
It was our journey and memories that were the key
Instead of dreams it was glass ceilings shattered
No regrets are had by me
We did it all our way in the face of those who couldn’t see the vision
We put humans first and hearts make good choices
We fought through literal fire to accomplish our mission
And we never lost our guts or voices
I see now so clearly that we are the lucky ones
Looking back at so much more gained than lost
Living in the moment with you was the prize
Making our own rules was worth every ounce of the cost
It’s a little bit of everything that we get to hold dear
Sharing the experience with a precious few
We get to keep that compass in hearts forever near
If I had to do it all over again I would and I would choose you
Apr 21, 2021
Apr 21, 2021 at 11:51 AM UTC
In the beginning there were two young souls
Each living a lifetime before they were grown
Representing hope to the others' dreams and goals
Wounded hearts in the shadows of their own homes
The bride in a bed sheet wedding gown and a groom just 18
On their own together facing a journey unforeseen
They were judged and many counted them out
Walking in faith forward with a future in doubt
The early years came and went as their family grew
Tears of happiness arrived with joys they never knew
Life found a way facing many sorrows with mercy
They persevered bravely in the face of adversity
Despite many hardships they never gave up the fight
Forgiveness at the helm of love’s ship guided by light
The chaotic seas calmed with the hands of grace
Redemption and love intertwined like a beautiful lace
Those same souls now older, wiser still full of gratitude and care
For the their journey and family were built on hope and a prayer
We lift our glasses tonight in honor of your life together saying cheers
Mom and Dad, with all our hearts we honor your fifty years!
Jan 30, 2021
Jan 30, 2021 at 3:57 PM UTC
I breathe, I close my eyes and I drift
I'm so happy, but still wanting to cry
Air fills my chest this is truly a gift
Bidding farewell to all that why
I open my eyes and breath again
Singing praise yet quietly screaming out
Releasing this dark aggressing bane
Grateful, now hopefully liberating doubt
Jan 26, 2021
Jan 26, 2021 at 11:16 AM UTC
An impending procedure looms
Results of which no one can assume
Nerves and butterflies with a dash of fear
Feeling helpless as the time grows near
I need peace of mind and a calm heart
Pleading with myself not to fall apart
Will it hurt or will I just hold back the tears
Will this all fade away or haunt me for years
I have no control and that's the worst feeling
The waiting and unknowing, praying for healing
Jan 11, 2021
Jan 11, 2021 at 2:13 PM UTC
In the final countdown I craved to let it all go
Setting intentions for what the New year would bestow
So hopeful and yet naïve still like a child
Sure that which is coming is calm and mild
Midnight struck to bring in a New Year
Yet the old world came the pain didn't disappear
Jan 8, 2021
Jan 8, 2021 at 5:26 PM UTC
From ourselves
From our fears
From each other
From the new frontier
Jan 8, 2021
Jan 8, 2021 at 5:19 PM UTC
History stands still, but time seems to be flying
Our world is selling a product and I'm not buying
Panic, hate and fear knocking to serve at my door
Watching others with plates out asking for more
People hungry for sorrow and thirsty for pain
Kindness, light and sensibilities lay quietly slain
The earth is on fire in every sense of the word
No answers or hope just the utterly absurd
Sep 9, 2020
Sep 9, 2020 at 6:13 PM UTC
We feel cold from the earth's suffering
Numb from the sadness and pain
Seeking warmth from a hopeful spring
Begging the universe for refrain
So much agonizing in the darkness
It's so chilly without the light
My dear ones feel the bitterness
Frozen hearts and hands from the fight
We crave a glimpse of the sunshine
A ray of calm calling our names
Seeking reprieve with the divine
Our arms lock as we approach the flames
A fire of hope and joy and peace
We warm our heart and hands
We embrace as the sorrows cease
Love thawing while light withstands
Aug 27, 2020
Aug 27, 2020 at 1:47 PM UTC
How old was I when I first looked into the mirror and wasn't enough
How old will I be when my reflection replies I'm too much
Jul 21, 2020
Jul 21, 2020 at 12:57 PM UTC