What happens when we waken to a world of wealth
We only desire to be that much more wealthy

What happens when we waken to a world of crime
We only expect the worst around the next corner

What happens when we waken to a world of pain
We hurt inside and out and the pain is unbearable


but...

What would happen if we waken to a world of peace
We would be shocked, and wonder how long it will last

Sonnet XLIII: How Do I Love Thee?
How do I love thee? Let me count the ways.
I love thee to the depth and breadth and height
My soul can reach, when feeling out of sight
For the ends of being and ideal grace.
I love thee to the level of every day's
Most quiet need, by sun and candle-light.
I love thee freely, as men strive for right.
I love thee purely, as they turn from praise.
I love thee with the passion put to use
In my old griefs, and with my childhood's faith.
I love thee with a love I seemed to lose
With my lost saints.  I love thee with the breath,
Smiles, tears, of all my life;  and, if God choose,
I shall but love thee better after death.

Sisters love one another
They are there for one another
They care for one another
and me?
I'm blessed that you are mine!

Terror broke the silence.

Out in the middle of nowhere
left for ruin
for pain
for nought

Now to face the consequences
all alone
afraid
bereft

Forced to face bad decisions
loss of hope
loss of faith
forlorn

teen comes home
tosses books on the couch
coat on the floor
ne'er a hi in return
just keeps walking on by
and when I speak
he growls
and turns on the stereo
and with my words
volume is raised

then thru my teeth
I grit my anger
bite my tongue
as my patience is tried
all the while
my thoughts turning
I'm going to kick
his little red buns
someone protests
you mean white
no.....
by the time I am done
they would definitely be red

time is short
we've lived much of it
exist only awhile longer
if we truly had
'all the time in the world'
I still couldn't express
how much I love you

Often I write about angels
this time I speak about special angels

They hold your hand when you need comforting
the ones that refuse to leave your side
they hug you in such a way
that your heart fulfills its destiny
and you know it's going to be okay

These angels come in all sizes
full of heart, hope, happiness
sharing peace, healing, so much love
they are the light we search for
when we are in the darkness
they are the life we've needed
when the roads seem to stretch on and on

Perhaps you've seen one of these special angels
one of them I know for a fact
has led me straight to you

Many blessings, much love
may your life be full of it all

the best way
to defeat the odds
is to take it
one day at a time

you can take away my clothes
you can take away my home
you can take away my car
even my precious stones

you can take away my sight
you can take away my heart
you can take away my health
even my possessions

with all my worldly goods gone
and with my family all laid to rest
with all the good things in life gone bad
even those closest to me

you can't have it all
I've got my pride
I've got my soul
and I have God to lean on

stripped down bare
through and through
even with all of it gone
I still have enough love
to go around

The years go rolling by
leaving behind  only memories
precious ones
dark ones
unforgettable ones

The years go so quickly
children stomping in mud puddles
teenagers talking on the telephone
music changes
and we keep on going strong

The years have surpassed us
with shattered dreams
broken promises
painful nights
tears that fell like rain

But again in a new light
the years have given us
new hope
new love
new dreams
and a reason for living

The past lies in the past
the storms are long gone
think of tomorrow
and remember
today is a gift

I have no idea what put the pep in my step,
but I am
feeling more chipper than a mouse with cheese
on Christmas Morning!

Cup of coffee, please
and a donut will do
wouldn't hurt to add sugar
and a bit of milk too

Bacon would be perfect
if I had buttered bread
maybe I should have milk
and some juice instead

Waiter, come here, please
my order has changed
I just got craving for omelette
now that was quite strange

Oh yes, now I know
I beamed with glee
waffles with butter
is what's best for me

Scratch that, My Friend
the waiter just frowned
I want sausage 'n biscuit
go ahead - write that down

The man stood there a sec
before moving his quill
oh, I know what I want
put this on my bill

He looked at me angrily
and spoke, Might I suggest..
you go back to your room
and get you some rest

Then after a very long nap
come back around two
by then we'll serve lunch
now that you should do

I looked at him quietly
then with a nod of my head
I tell you what
I want it all
and breakfast in bed

God and I do everything together
we talk
we laugh
we sing
we rejoice

Every little thing I do He does with me
take a walk
associate
the dishes
the laundry
household chores

When I pray He answers
when it's His time
when the moment is right
when He says so

But even when He doesn't
I know
there's a purpose
for everything
and I
have faith

Why would I have faith
when He says 'no'?
it was the time in life
when I had to learn
that the best things in life
aren't always
what I want
but what He says I need

So God and I
do everything
and I
wouldn't have it
any other way

We've been through a lot
you and I
some things made us laugh
others caused us to cry


We're sisters always
me and you
without your kind heart
I know not what to do

We've been through a lot
shed some tears
and I hope to see us
in our golden years

We shall stand side by side
you and me
as love made us sisters
so we shall always be

The breath of the wind blows gently
shushing me, calming me
easing away the  pains
that are soon forgotten

I long to see the invisible wind
to touch it, to pull it
take it to unknown places
in my vivid mind
my imagination
that is soon embellished

The breath of the wind blows softly
soothing me, calming me
taking away mischiefs
that were once forbidden

Grab onto the wind as it passes by
hold it if just for a second
know its direction, its destiny
that is soon changed once again

The breath of the wind blows gently
shushing me, calming me
easing away the pains
that are soon forgotten

good night
blessings
and may the sun
come up in the morn
to bring you
sunshine
in your life
and in those you love

oft we tend to go on in life
as we forget the little things
or block out the sad things
that have happened in our lives

but I say, Nay, do not forget
that some things are worth
remembering and bringing back
so we can pursue differently

we have come a long way in life
but we need not to forget
what or who it was
that has brought us this far

my Dad was an inspiration
saying ''you can do it"
and should I just go on
without even a thank you

some things in life are forgotten
so we can pursue in life
but whatever happens henceforth
never forget
those that loved you most

What day is it when your granddaughter comes to you
and say the sweet words 'I love you' for the first time
I can tell you exactly what day it is
it is a time for rejoicing
in spirit
about health
love
and family

the gentle touch
of a mother's hand
is worth more than
its weight
in gold

In order for you to follow your heart,
you must first take time out to let it lead.

what  good is it gonna do
to speak up and complain
the people tend to look back
as if we are insane

we speak our minds
and try to understand
why won't they listen
instead of reprimand

there must be a reason
for both .. I should say
the reason for the complaint
and one to look the other way

oh sweet heavens
God is good
taking care of our angels
as they come to you
wrap her in your arms
hold her tight
hear her heavenly voice
sing Hallejuah


beautiful smile
most giving heart
sending us love
from purest heart
gone now from us
but not forgotten

I don't understand it
from one second to the next
they just disappear
vanish
as if I wasn't there
but I heard them
their voices and what they said
I knew them
I knew them all too well
that's what hurt so badly
perhaps it would have been easier
if they were strangers
if I had never met them
but I still go on
left standing all alone
maybe not as strong
perhaps stronger
one thing I do know
I was left
forsaken

soaring above the clouds
feeling the wind
getting the feel of the world
beneath me
light as a feather
free as the eagle
gentle as the wind

soaring above the planes
rain upon my face
falling now
gently on my beak
free as the dove
gentle as a kiss

taking flight over trees
mountaintops and hills
calling out
gently speaking now
wise as the owl
courageous and kind
the falcon speaks

I woke up with a song in my heart
and my first thoughts ran to you
wishing you a momentous day
in all that you say and do

I woke up with a love in my heart
and it was you that came to mind
friendship is a beautiful thing
and one like ours is hard to find

I woke up with a tune in my heart
and you were the first note I played
so thankful you've come into my life
and since then you have stayed

I woke up with a song in my heart
and it sings as love allures
with friendship, health and caring hugs
sent from my heart to yours

looking back way back when
I recollect Grandma in her chair
and braided plum to her toes
was long, lapping gray hair

she sat there with a big smile
and would gaze into your eyes
big beautiful brown reflections
house smelled of apple pies

I will never forget her
as long as it's God's will
her memories are few
but they linger with me still

angels are born and given to us as gifts
they are given to us to love and to nurture
each one comes in a different size or form
each one has his or her special ability
they are brought to us to give us love
and they are surrounding us every day

know what makes angels?

when I look at you I know the answer
God created you just for me
with cuddly teddy bear hugs
and lots of kisses
my angel is none other than you

take it away
I can't stand it anymore
the pain
the fears
the heartaches

take it away
I don't want to see it
the scars
the loss
the heartbreaks

take it away
I want no part of this
my friends
family
unbearable

a river of hurt
cries from the grave
it's back
the killer
please...
take it away

high hopes
looking out
into the beyond
the future
tomorrow

big dreams
wondering
about life
what it could be
what it is
here and now

love bursts
faces smile
explosions
of yet to come
exploring
excited

then comes
the stranger
closer now
hits you hard
knocks you down
life changes

smashed dreams
broken hearts
sweet dreams
forbidden
tomorrow...
forgotten

Now that the door has stopped slamming
and that calm has taken its place
it's my turn for a peaceful evening
it's the last tonight you'll see this face
The lights are all dim med - turned low
quiet is all that flows within
it's time to say 'good night to all'
to both family and a friend
So sweet dreams to each and every one
may your hearts be filled with love
may angels bring you peace tonight
that's what I'm dreaming of

I suddenly feel as if
I've never written before
but I sit down to write
words on paper
and they just flow
they're like running water
and just spill out
and pour upon mankind
and upon the tiny lines
that stretch across the page

I don't even know how
it happens but look
it's amazing
fascinating
love, romance,
dark, horror
intensity, pain
heartfelt, needful
oh my gosh
the words are flowing
like an outburst
from the clouds above
a sudden shower
out of nowhere

exploring poetry...
wow
how exciting!

I have a dream that my four little children will one day live in a nation where they will not be judged by the color of their skin, but by the content of their character.

Martin Luther King, Jr.

how could I have fallen
so closely to the ground?
an eternal flare
without any care
what should I do?

how could I have disgraced
so eagerly and quick?
everlasting blaze
unorthodox craze
where now from here?

why have I given up
at such an early age?
a lifetime of loss
heartful of cross
who shall I blame?

I hang my head wearily
holding grudge deep within;
the hour of pain
once met again
how did I slip
away?

blown to bits
smashed dreams
raging winds
surround me
risen outrage
cries for help
no one around
to scream at
or to leer
ascended hostility
blowing my mind
causing my heart to race
to try and escape
but there are
no open doors
the raging winds
engulfed me

the wind
whispers
through the
willows
willingly

Come over to my place
and visit with me awhile
satisfaction guaranteed
you'll leave
with a great big smile

Come into my parlor
and hold me close to you
lead me into strange lands
tell me
what you want me to do

Come a little closer
and grab me really tight
make me believe in you
everything
is feeling ever so right

Come into my bedroom
and close the door, My Love
tell me all your secrets
everything
you're the one I've dreamt of

Come into my castle
lay your clothes upon the floor
kiss me into the dawn
everywhere
I'll leave you wanting more

Just come in, My Dear
....
you're welcome anytime

May your mornings be filled with blessings
and may your days be filled with love
and may Heaven shine upon you at night
as the angels rejoice up above

oh my
did you see it?
Grandpa kissed Grandma
and she liked it!
I don't believe it!
but why?
eeewwwwww
kissing!!

oh my
did you see?
Daddy kissed Mommy
and she liked it!
but why?
ughhhhh
kissing!!

oh my
I think I..
am going to be sick
Why, Gramps?
Why, Daddy?
kissing!!

Then Mommy told me
nothing's wrong with it
just a gentle kiss
women like that

Then Grandma spoke up
nothing's wrong with it
just a simple kiss
things women like

Mommy? Grandma?
Daddy? Grandpa?
Will I like it
when I grow up?

After they all nodded
I just said
''Not me!
I'll stay a kid forever!''

I saw it first
it's mine
it's mine

It was for me
not you
not you

I don't like it
no way
no way

I want that one
not her
not her

I saw it first
it's mine
it's mine

Now go away!

Another day gone
and you're not coming home
though I've waited for you
to come through that door
so I lay in bed awake
wondering where I made my mistake
thinking 'What did I do wrong?'

Patiently I wait
but you still haven't come
and I'm torn inside out
my heart is torn in two
wondering 'Where will I go now'
as humbly my head I bow
praying ''Is Daddy coming home?"

Day after day I've cried
wanting you back with me
you're forever in my heart
as I wear tear-stained clothes
my life's now rearranged
and it feels so strange
asking  ''Please, will you come home?''

Then one night I heard
an unfamiliar sound
drifting through the house
but I knew no one else
could possibly be there
slowly I walked up the last stair
thinking, 'Dear Lord, be with me''

I stood there at first
on the brink of the steps
a drum beating in my chest
before I stepped forward
the sound closer still
''Oh Lord,'' I prayed, ''what is thy will?"

stepping now into the light
Mom was there crying
but not a sad tone, see
but rejoicing for there
above us was Daddy
nevermore out to roam
for God had taken him home
singing, ''How Great Thou Art.''

There he was at last
an unexpected angel
that had gone through
the Pearly Gates
Hallelujah to Him on High
for we'll meet again by and by
loving with purest of hearts

the space between us
is petrifying
terrifying
lonely
fearsome

just the inkling of space
sends electricity
crackling
sparking
painful

rather a mile or two
between us twain
or a foot
crying
tedious

no matter where we are
in this universe
terrifying
lonely
fearsome

Love takes a toll on the heart
weakens
strengthens
takes from us
gives to us
cruel
wonderful
Love takes a toll on the heart

I have no idea what you're talking about
go away ... leave me alone
I don't want to do that
I don't want to hear it
hmph ..
he's got some nerve
trying to twist my mind
I'll let him have it alright
if that's what he wants...
hmm....
yeahhhh...
that's exactly what I'll do
WHACK!

ahhhhhh..
I feel so much better now
good night!