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Life

I was looking around for something to write about when I came upon this poem written by me in the 70′s. It was written when hubby of 31+ was still courting me. When I reread it I thought first about the heartache of love which inspired the words. Then I realized it could be about [...]

A Simple Plea, a poem

    Prisoners of war; missing in action– Our almost forgotten heroes Weary, wanting to be free back home; Mothers’ and fathers’ sacrificed ones– Inmates caged by mind or body, Abandoned to enemies in foreign lands.   These veterans are the men and women who fought for you and me. They are our country’s tragedy, [...]

For the POW-MIA’s, a prayer

FOR THE POW-MIA’S O Lord of all people, Who loves all people—Muslim, Christian, and Jew– Protect us from the hatred of those who want to destroy us and You. There are different kinds of prisoners. Our POW’s were one kind; the people living in freedomless lands another. There are different kinds of soldiers missing in [...]

Beau, a poem

Beautiful black baby Beau Eyes, ever eternity’s enigma Always affectionate and amorous Usually underfoot, nursing, kneeding 

Prayer for a Departed Hero

This hero has not left us.  He is with us watching over us.  He remains alive in America’s heart and heritage.  His patriotic family proudly remembers him.  He served “For God and Country” in war and peace.  He was our comrade, our friend, our leader.  We pray to God that he along with all our soldiers [...]

Remember When, a poem

Baby boy, Little one, Remember when you and  your brother played tricks on Grandma? I thought I knew you… But I knew everything then.   I don’t now. You’ve become a man, And your mommy does know that’s for the best. Pain and pride Side by side. So close yet so far. Bright shining star. At [...]

These Are The Signs of Holiday Times, a poem

Heaven sings Angel wings People’s prayer  Presents everywhere  Yon snow fresh   Nativity creche Epiphany star  Wise men from afar Yuletide ho-ho Elves on the go Almost the day Reindeer sleigh   Good, bright Joy, light God above All love These are the signs of holiday times. May they always live in our hearts. May [...]