I am going to visit the Atlantic Ocean, That awesome wonder of nature I've sorely miss. I'm looking forward to seeing that beautiful blue And staring out where the horizon and the sky kiss. I hope it remembers this woman who loves it dearly, As I linger for days in the place that I chose,... Continue Reading →
Love Never Dies: A Story of Love for the Sunday Writing Prompt
A Valentine's Day gift from my Husband, Douglas, two years ago! She got lost on the way to the latest museum. Traveling alone near Aberdeen, Scotland, she had two things on her mind as she approached a small village: rest and food. She wasn't looking for romance, as no one had ever shown an interest... Continue Reading →
Wonderful Husband Material: 70-year-old Man with the Spirit of a 10-year-old Boy
Valentine's week is a time for reflection for those of us supremely blessed to have a wonderful partner, spouse, significant other, or boo. We wonder what gifts are appropriate to demonstrate our appreciation for their continued love and support for our dreams, hopes, and wants. It is particularly difficult for me to find gifts for... Continue Reading →
A Joyful Place: What Do You See #68
Photo Credit: Richard Kasperowski @ Unsplash By the lily pond, I have peace and solitude. Nature captivates. Columns of green leaves, Combined with golden fishes, Color o'er our pain. So, I'll sit down here And listen to the frogs sing. Internal joy found . Written for the What Do You See #68 from Keep It... Continue Reading →
Finding Joy Daily: RonovanWrites Weekly Haiku Poetry Prompt Challenge
From Freeimages.com View life like a fruit! Sink your teeth in its sweetness! Take each bite with joy! Written for the RonovanWrites Weekly Haiku Poetry Prompt Challenge #344: Bite and Teeth.
Healing My Inner Child: What Do You See? #61
Image Credit: Tim Hufner @ Unsplash I grieved the childhood that she missed, That little girl who was unloved and unwanted. Through the years, I felt her hunger and pain, And by her presence, I was continuously haunted. Oh, the mistakes I made trying to find her relief. I searched for the love she craved... Continue Reading →
The Comfort of a Good Book: RonovanWrites Weekly Haiku Poetry Prompt Challenge
Kauai, Hawaii 2012 Open a good book! Escape to another world! Solace and pure joy! Written for the RonovanWrites Weekly Haiku Poetry Prompt Challenge: Solace and Open.
Noel’s Hope: Heeding Haiku with Chevrefeuille
Christmastime is here! Joy to the world is our aim! Celebrate with love!
The Joy of Nature’s Beauty
Sweetwater Creek State Park, Douglasville, GA View nature's wonders. They will add joy to your life. Give thanks to our God! Written for RonovanWrites Weekly Haiku Poetry Prompt Challenge #333: Life and View.
Finding Our Strength in Ourselves: What Do You See?
Photo Credit: Phmaxiestevez@Pixabay She hides as she watches them argue, wondering if this will be the last straw for her mother. Will they finally leave this place and the awful man who insists on always having his way. What is this thing called love, if all it leads to is unhappiness and low self-esteem for... Continue Reading →