When I see a flower,
It’s  your  beauty that I see.

A beauty so deep and vibrant,
That’s how you will always be.

A beauty so pure and natural,
Unseen by the by the naked eye.

A beauty that is so endless,
Just like a dark moonlit sky.

A beauty that is unspoken,
Every where you go.

Just like a bud on a flower,
Your beauty  continues to grow.

I’m blessed to have seen that beauty,
Blessed you are a friend.

Your beauty will always be remembered,
Even when this life does end.

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HOPE

WRITTEN BY
RICHARD B SHICK

My mind is tired and wary,
So many thoughts I  do keep.

So Many thoughts hidden inside,
Even when I sleep.

Many many emotions,
Running through my head.

To many to take with me,
When I’m gone and dead.

Some they make me happy,
Others they make me sad.

Thoughts that come from anger,
Others that make me mad.

Thoughts that bring me laughter,
some serious and not to funny.

Some feel like a rainy day,
Others are bright and sunny,

Thoughts that’s cause great anguish,
Others that’s cause great pain.

Ones that cause me calmness,
That help to keep me sane.

Wishing I had someone to listen,
That truly would understand.

But till then I sit in silence,
Doing the best that I can.

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WRITTEN BY
RICHARD B SHICK

Words are what I feel,
Feelings are what I say.

I try to do my best,
Each and every day.

Never wearing a mask,
Like I have something to hide.

I only have one face,
This is my only side.

Some people may not like me,
Worry not for their loss.

But people are in our lives for a reason,
Paths are meant to Be crossed.

Always trying to pay it forward,
So when this life does end.

I know I helped out many,
Even if they were not a friend.

I try to be a positive impact,
On everyone I meet.

I celebrate my victories,
And gain knowledge from my defeat.

If you get to know me,
Just know I’ll always care.

I try always to be happy,
happiness  I hope we can share.


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HOPE

WRITTEN BY
RICHARD B SHICK

Reflections in the mirror,
Foot prints in the sand.

Looking at who we are,
Leaving impressions when we can.

All we see is an outer shell,
Not knowing what’s inside.

Never knowing ones struggles,
With a smile they always  hide.

To many like to pass judgment,
For reasons  they’ll never know.

If one would take the time to care,
This is how one grows.

Stop staring in the mirror,
Your reflection is all you see.

Instead take time look inside yourself,
That’s the way it should be

We all have many flaws,
We all make many mistakes.

If you truly want to understand,
Then spend the time That it takes.

Some shells can easily be opened,
Others will take some time.

Being honest, loyal and caring,
It’s amazing what one can find.

I know that I am not perfect,
An I’ll never pretend to be.

When I look it that mirror,
It’s more than a reflection I see.

When my time is up,
And I’m just as memory.

Just look back at the sand,
My impressions will always be.

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HOPE

WRITTEN BY
RICHARD B SHICK

Wandering through a forest,
In the deepest dark of night.

Not knowing where to go,
Our thoughts turn into fright.

Unable to see the paths,
Not knowing which way to go.

One must look inside themselves,
And use the knowledge that they know.

No one there to help us,
The journey we must go alone.

When one learns the meaning of life,
Then the paths are shown.

Some are fighting demons,
Others are fighting fears.

Some have voices in their head,
That have been around for years.

Some are sad and lonely,
Others just really depressed.

Some just have many burdens,
They carry upon their chest

No matter what one struggles with,
In their deepest dark of night.

It doesn't  stay dark forever,
Stay strong till you see the light.

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HOPE


WRITTEN BY
RICHARD B shick

I will not worry,
If it's Just for today.

I will keep positive thoughts,
That everything will be ok.

I will not anger,
If it's for just today.

I will take time to step back,
My anger kept at bay.

I will work really  hard,
If it’s just for the day.

I will give it my very best,
Is all I have to say.

I will count my blessings,
If it's Just for the day.

I’ll be thankful for the little things,
This is how I start my day.

I will be kind to all living things,
If it just for the day.

My love is pure for all,
In every single way.

I may not be perfect,
This journey
will be great

I will fall many times,
But my path
I will Always keep straight,

Everything is changing
I’ve woken my inner beast.

It’s time to shine so bright,
Like the morning sun in the east.

I know I will falter,
I know that I will sway.

But I’ll do my very best,
If it’s Just for today.

LIVE
LOVE
HOPE

WRITTEN BY
RICHARD B SHICK