Section: «Poems»

Verse (ancient Greek ὁ στίχος — row, structure), a term in versification used in several meanings: artistic speech organized by division into rhythmically commensurate segments; poetry in the narrow sense; in particular, it implies the properties of versification of a particular tradition ("antique verse", "Akhmatova's verse", etc.); a line of poetic text organized according to a certain rhythmic pattern ("My uncle of the most honest rules").

(210) Turned Out

Mona wasn’t loved as a child,she was a cast away, left on her ownmost of the time. She felt useless,unhappy most of her adolescent life.One day she..

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(180) Pondering

Bad news came my way once again today.A young friend of Mom’s passed away.It’s something we come to expect now theyears are flying by, old age is..

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(159) Mommy Knows Best

An argument erupted in the family today.I lost my cool, my mouth had its say.A long time coming God knows that’s true.Waste of time though, for I had..

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(158) In The Eyes Of The Beholder

He smiled at me as I walked through the doorof a rather huge department store.Then I heard him say, good morning pretty lady.Well he just made my..

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(154) Prayer And Testimony

Don’t be afraid to call out his name, although you should neverdo it in vain. Allow Jesus to come into your life and reign overyour heart, giving you..

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(152) The Coal Train (Childhood Memory)

Waiting patiently a quarter to one,we heard the whistle blow.I looked at the others, took deep breaths,it’s almost time to go.The train approached..

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(151) Conscience

An inner voice, whispers of the Lord.A reminder of right and wrong.Delivering an inner warning of theconsequence. Offering up a choice,with sound..

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(140) Oil Spill

Her wing was broken,Her body covered in oil.The product of a spill in the lake.She fought hard trying to survivebut it was just too late.The poor wee..

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(125) Racial Peace

An intermingling of the races,coming together, holding handswith smiles and laughter.Enjoying all differences.Sharing, loving, showingrespect in so..

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(122) I Truly Love You

Listen to me,Give me your earI have much to sayYou must hear.I love youI love youI love youI love youI truly love youWritten: Feb.15/07

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(121) Sweet, Sweet Jesus

I do not walk alonefor I’m covered by his blood.He walks with me and talks with me.My face shines for all to seeHe carries me when I’m weakLifting me..

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(110) Crisis Of A Child

Mommy, mommy don’t leave me here alone.I don’t like you talking on the phone.I just got home, I have so much to say.Please mommy listen to what..

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(100) Time Passed Me By

All dressed up and no where to go.would love to see a picture show.Who cares!Who wants me?I’m old, cracked and crusted you see.The years have taken..

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(088) Pity Me

Pitiful, pitiful, pity me,how sorrowful life can be.I live my life as I see fit,for I dwell in a bottomless pit.Pitiful, pitiful, pity me,I have no..

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(087) Secret Thoughts

To, hold shameful, desperate thoughts.Certainly not that of a well mind for sure.It is you, thinking of closing that final door,a selfish thought..

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(086) Poor Working Stiff

Everyday the same routine,following orders, part of a team.Roll out of bed around four,shower, have breakfast and out the door.Facing traffic, swears..

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(085) Communicating With God

Prayer, a special way of communicating with God.Reaching out to the holy spirit, calling his name.Awaiting an answer while worshiping with others.You..

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(084) Thank You Lord

I thank you Lord for this life,even during times of pain and strife.I thank you Lord for teaching me to pray,for giving me, precious moments every..

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(081) Come Play With Me (Children's Poem)

I found me a fiddle,decided to play a little.I walked up and down the street,and played for those I would meet.I found jumpin Andy,he was pretty..

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(080) Easter Bunny Thief

I have flat feet and a puffy tailmy name is bun bun, I'm a little frail.I ate my carrots but that's not enough,I need some really good sweet..

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(077) Soul Mate

I don’t make a decision without discussing it with you.Your opinion is welcomed in everything I do.You worry about me and said you wonder if you did..

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(074) Love That Brown Sugar

Well, well what do we have here, hmmmRather interesting looking specimen of a man.I wonder what he’s doing laterShall I approach him, or make him..

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(073) Beautiful Latino’s

Latino’s a race of beauty, put upon this earth.Now in the limelight showing all their worth.Insurmountable talents performed for the world to see,and..

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(060) Genuine Love

There arediamonds,crystals,ruby’s too.Nothingcompares to the“Love”I feel forYou.

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(050) Cost Of Time

We are simple folk, old and tired.We weep none, and sing much.That’s all we have,now that’s the truth.Sit back, take a nap and be you called,old..

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