I know that everyone will see something different in the photo, which is the essence of a photo challenge, but the face reminded me of George Floyd. I apologize in advance if I make anyone uncomfortable. Photo credit Sarah Whiley Sleep on, my brother George, and know that you are missed. A core of your... Continue Reading →
Savoy Auto Museum, Cartersville, GA My friends, driving just doesn't come natural for me, Oh, how I wish it was like playing piano by ear. I am flummoxed by directions that bring me to tears, As I travel south when it's really north I'd planned to steer. Written for the Weekend Writing Prompt #247 from... Continue Reading →
The bruises are gone. The pain is crusted over. I have joy again! Written for RonovanWrites Weekly Haiku Poetry Prompt Challnge #395: Crust and Scar.
Image credit to Deb @Nope, Not Pam. He'd tell you that he didn't have a poltroon heart, And to show it he'd accepted the man's scary dare. He'd gingerly grabbed the snake from its cage, And he's cuddled with it, as other people stared. Inside he didn't fare so good, as his hands shook, And... Continue Reading →
Image by Jed Villigo @Unsplash A moment of calm in the this life's storm, Laughter serves as my soul-healing balm. Jiving with my homies in our neighborhood, Showing our trust in each other feels good. We know that some people see us as thugs, But the truth is that we also need love and hugs.... Continue Reading →
This is the daily devotional for February 1, 2022 that I wrote for my other blog, Huldah's Sisters. Because it speaks of the contemporary issues of stereotyping and of putting too much feeling into what others think of us, I wanted to share it on this blog. I will write my regular blog, prompts and... Continue Reading →
Photo Credit Sarah Whiley As I sauntered the streets of this beautiful city, I was in a quandary as to which direction I should go. But as I watched the majority of people rushing toward the left, I knew that going to the right was the only way I would grow! Written for the Weekend... Continue Reading →
Image from Li@TaoTalk No amount of cha-ching could make me try acupuncture, With my fear of all things with any sharp ends. No matter the gain, I would rather the pain Than do exercises that require me to bend. Instead, give me a warm cardigan and gloves, And in my car I'll find a long... Continue Reading →
Image credit to Tathanhtuan@Pixabay My husband says I view the world through rose-colored glasses, Because I believe that there is more good than bad in this wondrous world. To me, God created an orderly universe, open and free for each one of us, And the hatred that often pervades our lives doesn't discourage this old... Continue Reading →
Sweetwater Creek State Park, Georgia Your glare truly hurts. You don't try to mask your hate. It won't destroy me! Written for the RonovanWrites Weekly Haiku Poetery Prompt Challenge: glare and mask.
Help from Heaven 