Sometimes there are storms ahead
They uproot us from the ground
Our clarity of thought distorts
No answers why?
Are found

Our inner core is challenged
Our sole purpose why we're here
These times are sent to test us
In the hope we will draw near

To a greater presence
To which every knee will bow
His love for all mankind once shown
Still
Prevalent to us now

He only asks for us to seek
His love's where we begin
To open up our hearts
And pray that he shall dwell within

Each moment in life
Must surely be treasured
Each man shall be judged
By his deeds that are measured

If he gives to receive
This is for his own gain
And a heart full of self
Can only remain

There's a lesson for all~
Each one
That is living

[When the hearts full of love]
Our rewards in the giving...........

To embrace life
We must participate
Rather than be the audience
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To embrace life
We must read each chapter
Rather than be the author
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
To embrace life
We must join the dance
Rather than stand and stare
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To embrace life
We must love one another
As time waits for no one
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Alcohol on his breath
Friday night
Matter of time
Before the fight
Kick punch slap
Fears
Screaming loud
No one hears
He beckons sorry from my lips
He then strokes me with his finger tips
It's okay
I hear him say
" You made me do it"!
Just had a bad day ......

A bridge made of love

From the beginning

Separates those passed on

From the land of the living ........

Im near the edge
Don't push me
I'm struggling
Don't provoke me
My shell is thin not invincible
I too have limits
I'm being poked prodded used
I don't like it
I'm detatching
Myself
Only then will you appreciate who I am

I love you as the dew drop
Encases the rose

I love you- not just words
I sincerely hope it shows

I love you from the earth I tread
To the heights of heaven above

I feel this
I know this in my heart
Yes
This is love .........

I've just read the story of Adam and Eve
It's what I've been told
We should all believe

But I'm not very sure
If its actually true
What do you think?
I so wish I knew

I've been told to have faith
To get down and pray
Be gratefull. To god
For each passing day

But im finding it difficult
Because of things that I see
Cruelty  ,suffering  , great poverty!
"If god is so caring"
Loving and kind

Then why?
Is it happiness is so hard to find?
Why so many religions?
Differing veiws
Are they there for what reason?
They only confuse
Causing so much
Conflict , Bitterness  ,unrest ,

Requesting even the most loving
Be put to the test
I've come to the conclusion
Even if it's not true

That there's really no god
It's just me n you
I've nothing to lose
But continue to pray

For all that read this poem
Each passing day
As there may be a chance
That the devils deceived ?

"All of mankind"
So have faith
Just believe .......

One day alone just standing still
I thought no one was there
I felt a presence
Then a voice echoed quietly in the air
Hello my name is Jesus
I came that I might save
All the sins of man
For all -my life I gave
I ask that you may follow
In my path I left behind
That you may be my vessel
To lead all of those to find
The right path they must walk on
From the dark into the light
Never will I forsake them
From morning until night
I ask if they will love one another
With passion in between
I left all clear instruction how?

(Read 1 : Corinthians 13.  )

I speak the word failure
with a heavy frown
To fail is not~ in the falling
But in the~ staying down

As clear as a blue sky
Pure as the driven snow
Delicate as lace
Steadfast as a tree
Colourful as a rainbow
Glistening like a star
Beautiful as a garden
As gentle as A stream
Relentless as a storm
Pretty as a flower
Priceless
Treasured
Rare
Our ~Love

I'd like to write you a love song
A sweet melody that says
How I feel about you
In so many tender ways
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I'd like to write you a love song
With words that touch the soul
When you listen
You will feel my love
Though the depth
You'll never know
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I'd like to write you a love song
That may cause you to shed a tear
But when I'm gone
If you ever play it
That song will bring us near
I could buy you gifts
Every single day
Send you cards
The list is long
But I don't believe
There's a better way
Than to say ( I love you )
In a song..............

As I travel down life's dusty road
Across its rocky path
My hope is that I've shown gods love
Only positive aftermath
To lead by his example
Is my object of desire
I hope his light that dwells within
Shines like a glowing fire
Such peace I hold within my heart
knowing when death comes my way
That he has given eternal life
So I fear not
My dying day
No greater gift could I receive
For this reason
I am bold
I will embrace the gateway to heaven
The treasured path that's lined with gold

You have just crossed into my world of thoughts
Your able to read what's in my mind
Right now
This very second as I write
Spooky isn't it?
All done in the click of a button
One second ago you never new of my very existence
Now you know my name
Our time paths crossing
Even if you don't comment or connect with me again
I'll remember you gratefully
For sharing your valuable time and reading my words
We are of like minds
Understanding the power of the spoken word
We are connected in more ways than one
Hello ..........

Our perception of the world
Is held by the reflection of our thoughts~

I gave you a key
Don't lose it
It's to my heart
Don't abuse it
I'm giving you my time
Appreciate it
I'm giving you my mind
Please read it
I'm giving you my soul
Please touch it
I'm giving you  my body
Please cherish it
I'm giving you my love
Please treasure it
Now here are my words
I love you ...........

Today I met a stranger
Who asked me for some help
And when I pondered should I
His smile made my heart melt
His request though rather simple
Made me think have I got time?
But after I had helped
He simply put his hand on mine
He told me he'd been asking
Lots of others who walked by
I looked at him and noticed
A tear drop in his eye
He thanked me for my kindness
Then slowly he walked on
I turned around to smile and wave
But suddenly he'd gone
A feeling of warmth washed over me
All at once I realised
I'd just met an angel !
An angel in disguise ........

We strive we toil to make ends meet finding other paths
When faced with defeat
We chase the desired *** of gold
Till the mirror shows
We have grown old
Only then do many with furrowed brow
Begin to stop and look at now
As regrets then fill our weathered minds
We become aware of passing times
Alone with thoughts
Not much time to borrow
Hoping there still may be tomorrow
Our lives played out in a hurried haze
In the mind we watch as our memory plays
So much we missed
Things that went unseen
Like the beauty of the silent stream
The call of natures sacred sound
Encompassing beauty all around
The crystal dew upon the lawn
Sunrise displaying early morn
Winter frost glowing beneath our feet
Slowing our pace helping us retreat
The rain the floods
The winter snow
Makes us more mindful as we go
It's
Always been with us
Though not embraced
Until our final chapters faced

The only divide
between this world

And the next
Is Time ........

As delicate as a flower
As precious as a memory
As difficult as the sea
As warm as the sun
As comforting as velvet
As important as life itself
Without it we are hollow
Our lives are aimless
With no meaning.......   Love

Do you know what I'd miss
If I was no longer here
That look in your eyes
The way you pull me near
That smile
That touch
That warm embrace
The way that you trace
The out line of my face
The sound of your laughter
The tone of your voice
The way that you share
Always giving me a choice
Your thoughtful ways
The kindness
You show
If I have a problem
You kind of just know
Your interest in all the things that I do
I'd miss all of these things
But most of all
I'd miss you.

Value that which can't be paid for
Be grateful for what we have already
Use your time wisely
Live in the present moment
Don't worry about that which can't be changed
Tell those close you love them
Be true to yourself
Find your life purpose
Speak words of healing
Touch others lives with kindness
Know your own value
Don't be one to judge nor criticise
Let your presence be of peace
Always be hopeful
Give with no intention to recieve
Forgive
Embrace your uniqueness
Enjoy this gift called life

Silence the mind
Switch off the phone
Disconnect the computer
Steal time alone
Listen intently
What's your find
Is it peace, tranquility
Have you silenced the mind?
Take a deep breath
Now be aware
Of your own essence
The life source of air
Dwell on your presence
Relish in it til
You've silenced the mind
And the art
To be still

Think before you use them
You cannot put them back
Remember what you said
You'll get caught
If you lose track
Be careful how you say them
Your tone will set the mood
Don't use them to be spiteful
Harmful or be rude
When said with love and kindness
There's nothing to compare
To let others know just how we feel
How much you 'love n care'........

My children as I watch today
I see you struggle to find your way
So many vices have gripped you tight
Some lead you into the dead of night
Like the restless sea or impending tide
I see your hearts- your troubled minds
You're stumbling blindly
Bound not free
Going through life so aimlessly

No real direction nor purpose found
Too much ! iniquity all around
Many speak my name in vain
Praying only! when they're  in pain

I see not truth
But many lying
Compassion absent
Too many dying
Relentless desires
Ruling within
Leading you to the wages of sin

Faith  -Hope  -Love.  (Peace  of Mind)

"If you should only seek "        (you will find)

Often given as a gesture
Special occasions not required

Many poems have been written
By its beauty so inspired

Such wonder to be found
Amongst its garden in full bloom

As it captivates it's audience
With its exquisite perfume

Within the marvel of creation
No other truly shows

Such delicacy or nostalgia
Like the beauty of

The Rose ~

Within the mind the thoughts that dwell

Can make this life heaven

Or make this life hell

One day as I was feeling low
As no one seemed to care
I decided to get on my knees
And say a simple prayer
I didn't hear an answer
As I looked up above
Instead I felt a presence
That surrounded  me with love
I wish I could explain it
To everyone I know
As now that feeling
Stays with me
Everywhere I go
So if your feeling like I did
On that dreaded day
The answer I would like to give
To you
Is kneel and pray

Hands they can build bridges
When too much waters there

A tender touch
A hand to hold can really
Show you care

We use our hands when greeting friends
Again we shake to make amends

Our hands we even use to speak
A child from behind there's will peek

And when a marriage takes its place
We then hold hands
Stand Face to face

When our family's rumbling tummys demand
In the kitchen we welcome helping hands

When charities highlight another's plight
We use our hands to give what's right

A baby's grasp helps us understand
The importance of touch
By the human hand

And as we learn more
Every day
That hand outstretched
Helps guide the way
And when we're older
Like when we're small
Loving hands
They   save   our   fall.  

So significant in all that's planned
(The inspirational)
(Touch of the healing hand ) ....

A darkened sky displays twinkling lights
In the form of stars
On this memorable night
As I look above
I stop n stare
Wonder if  ?your somewhere up there

Way up high looking down below
I miss you a lot
Do you know?

I think of you often
As I look above
Call out loud
Where are you my love?!!

I bought a star
It has your name
Now your memories not in vain
You've now gone from me
It's not the same
This life
It's hard
Just feel pain

Each day slowly passes by
I wipe away
The tears I cry

I remember our life- together
Our love
Then wonder
Can you see me ?
Hear me ?

My love..............

The words I write
Are so much more than letters making sense
They are the release
My solid rock
That secures me when I'm tense

They are the branches
Of my core
The essence of my being
The words I write they do express
Emotions  that I'm feeling

Just like the wind blowing free
When I write that's how it feels for me
To express  - with ease no restriction
No sign of - doubtful contradiction

No time limit
Day or night
There's so much more to the words I write .....

Don't tell me that you love me
Just can't bear it anymore

Don't tell me that you love me
Heard it many times before

Don't tell me that you love me
They're just words
Please just go

It's your actions
That I'm after
Only they will really show

That your genuine
That you need me
That your really here to stay
So please show me don't just say it

Change
Or please do just walk away

I Never knew just how precious time really was
How important each second that ticked by would be treasured
Etched in my memory
Imprinted in my heart
I never thought this would be
The day you were born
The same day you'd leave
Such devastation
The end of my dreams
Entering into the darkest tunnel
Of nothingness
Not knowing my way back
Wondering if somehow you could still see my silent tears fall
Hoping you were somewhere beautiful and safe
Knowing that my love for you is forever
I never knew the first time I held you would be
The last time

Each day I live To seek your face
As I bask upon your warm embrace
My soul then filled with. Heavenly scent
by a humbled bow I then repent
I rise refreshed renewed once more
To walk this path as I've done before
Each day you give as I'm living
My quest to be much more forgiving
To relish thoughts of the purest kind
Reflecting you with heart and mind
My aim to love more than before
Til I stand and knock on heavens door
Each day I live to seek your face
I ask you fill me with your grace
And light my pathway from above
Comforting with unconditional love

When I write I enter a different realm
A very different place
A place that holds no boundaries
No room for airs nor grace

When I write my minds no longer
Trapped and full of woe
No limits no distractions
It's where I like to go

Such freedom of expression
Within my heart and mind
It's the one thing that I like to do
Then its happiness I find

My favourite time to do this
Is late into the night
Nothing can compare
To the pleasure
When I write.

J ust being in your presence
E very passing day
S hould  we but fall to sin your word helps guide us all the way
U nconditional your offer to us your heart of love
S uch sacrifice and suffering for all from up above

As I stand here by the waters edge
I hear not even a whispered word
The beauty overwhelms me
The display of flowers
The soaring birds
The colours of the changing leaves gracefully fall upon the lake
These sights make me aware
Of every living breath I take
Oh how fortunate am I
That I have the chance to be living
On mother natures sacred earth
That she has freely given.......

You never say
Just how you are
Never stop
To chat
Always busy
Running round
Doing this or that
Your body tense
Your face Is fixed
Uncompromising stare
You've lost control
Of who you are
To one who doesn't care
If they say jump
You say how high
Your programmed
Under a spell
But I can see
You now believe
There's no one you can tell
I've had enough now watching this
It's time for you to know
I can't sit back another day
I know where I must go
Confrontation
Now awaits
An argument I see
But this is right
It's the only way
To allow you to be free.!

Love all of gods creation
Left behind for all to see
The plants the flowers
Every leaf that's fallen from the tree

The sea that laps against the rocks
The birds above that soar
The sunset on the horizon
The shells found on the shore

The green grass in the countryside
The animals there that graze
Upon its newfound meadows
Eclipsed by summers haze

Love all of gods creation
Left behind for all to see
No greater beauty
To be found
In this world
Of mystery

If I am lost
Will you look for me
If  I should stumble
Will you break my fall
If  Im weak will you be strong
If I ask you to stay
Will you say how long
If I am sad
Will you make me smile
At least comfort me
For a little while
If I feel lonely when no ones there
Will you then show
How much you care
If life gets tough
And I'm in pain
Will you still be there
Love me just the same?

Allow me to hear you play those symphonic words
Touching me in  a way the physical can't comprehend
Take me on a path I'd dare not tread
Where I'm shackle free
Teach me your language
Quench my thirst
In a moment of time I've succumb
"To your orchestra"
"You are the master"!
I immerse myself in your sonnet
My soul dancing like an elusive summer breeze
Our symmetry mirrors copulating
Entranced by the melody of your written words
I am now nurtured  fulfilled  transformed forever !..........

As scattered leaves fall to the ground
Time
Echoes
Loud
Through silenced sound

No words are uttered nor required
No sound nor feeling leaves us inspired
No sight more captivating
No ryhmme or reason
Touches the soul
As  natures changing Season

Time slowly measured by each falling leave
As we embrace  the change in the air we  now breathe
So much long gone
In our haunted past
Measured temporarily
Nothing meant to last

All but an illusion
Our lives built on forever

Turning our backs
On the truth
Of never..........

No other man who ever walked so humbly on this earth
Has ever loved or sacrificed his life
And all it's worth
No other man has ever cared enough that he should die
To reassure each one of us eternal life won't pass us by
No other man has ever shown the world he was so brave
By hanging on a cross so that all mankind he'd save
No other man can we compare to him until this day
No other man should we follow
He is the truth -the life -the way ...........

I remember the first time
I saw your face
Looking into your eyes
Made my heart race

I remember
We talked late into the night
My head on your chest
Holding you tight

I remember thinking
Nobody could
Ever love you
The way that I would

I remember hoping
You would not want to be
Anywhere else
Other than with me

Do you you remember saying?
you'd never forget
How lucky you were
That we had both met
How happy I made you
That I was your life
Our plans for the future
To make me your wife
Without me you were nothing
I made you whole
I was more than a lover
I touched your soul

Whatever happened
I believed  it was true
I  really don't know
I wish I knew


I remember.......

Today the sun shines
In unison with my heart

Today I will give that sunshine away
From this heart I will speak

Warm comforting words
Planting seeds that will grow smiles

Smiles of happiness that will impact positively
On any one who sees them

Spreading warm rays of hope
Contentment and peace

Today
the sun is shining in unison with many more hearts 💕

As you took your first breath
I held mine !
Closing my eyes
I said is everything fine?
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There was a pause
You let out a yell
I knew by your sound
All was well
I asked could I hold you
My bundle of joy
Then I said
What is it?
A girl or a boy
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I didn't mind
At least you were here
Stroking your hand
Feeling you near
I held you close
To my beating heart
Never wanting us ever
To be apart
Lovingly I stared at those rosebud lips
I traced your face
With my finger tips
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I counted your fingers
Then your toes
Smiled as I touched
Your cute little nose

This love unique
Beyond any other
The day that I became

Your Mother .......

Live to love
Then
Love to live
Don't
Give to take
But
Take to give

For what reason do you rise to face another day
Do you live to work or work to live
Is your main concern the pay

For what reason do you rise and use the time you spend
Do you live to please or to appease
Friends and family who offend

For what reason do you rise as each second passes by
Do you treasure heartfelt memories
Do you walk in truth or lie

For what reason have you been given life
It's purpose have you found
As time it waits for no one
It ends in silent sound

When a duke box plays selected tunes
Filling each corner of the room
Reaching hearts
Activating the mind

Its Just like the poet
Composing rhymes
Selected words
Though absent sound
Touches  the heart
Some lost some found
Just like the song minds can't erase
So it is with a poem
A line
A phrase
That reaches to our depths  our core
Playing over
100 times or more
Poetry and music
Set the spirit free
They're the tools
Used in dark times
They allow us to see

I could carve your name into a tree
Or send you a bottled message by sea
I could display your name way up high
By aeroplane up in the sky

I could leave a love note at the end of the bed
Or a telephone answer machine message instead
I could sing you a love song
That simply says
The words


I love you

There's so many ways ....