Peace shattered by the split over shallow issues, Mean words spoken, mingled with your sharp gaze. I twitch when I think of how I was under your spell, Thinking times were dim if you didn’t share my days. But the time comes when we must call our own shots, And not be like drifts of... Continue Reading →
Simple Pleasures are the Best Kind!
Photo by Lumix2004 from Pixabay! Trees filled with apples, Each one waiting to be picked. How juicy and sweet! Written for Ronovanwrites Weekly Haiku Poetry Prompt Challenge #432: Apple and pick. I love this time of year when we drive up to Ellijay, Georgia to pick apples, especially the September Wonders, which are sweet with... Continue Reading →
It is the Heart that Matters in Loving Others!
A Thank-You Card to God and Douglas He Loves Me! This week at one of my doctor visits, I caught sight of my husband staring in worry. Then, he touched my face, and I felt so loved. I thought I need to write a blog about this amazing love, because there is so much negative... Continue Reading →
A Spender and a Saver Got Married…
Sweetwater Creek State Park, Douglasville, GA He loved to spend on Amazon, and she religioussly saved each dollar. He bought whatever caught his fancy, while she hoarded every cent. He took advantage of senior deals, but as his junior, she could not, So, she tried to stop his online spending, but he would not repent.... Continue Reading →
Early Birds Still Have to Work for the Worms
Early birds get worms, But only by avidly Pursuing their prize. Written for the RonovanWrites Weekly Haiku Poetry Prompt Challenge #378: Avid and Worm.
A Resilient, Courageous, and Loving Helper: Happy International Women’s Day
Photo from Jayson Hinrichson @Unsplash Standing in remembrance of you today, A woman of such great strength and worth. You lifted the veil of shame and showed me your scars. Now, I know that I can survive anywhere on this Earth. You taught me outer beauty shouldn't be my goal, But making my opinions known... Continue Reading →
Hair Don’t Make the Man: Tale Weaver #315
Although his head had lost its hair, I was so proud of the man he portrayed. The cancer that caused him to go bald Couldn't alter him into someone staid. As he listened to the awful diagnosis, He was glad that the doctor didn't deceive About the very real difficulties that he faced. He asked... Continue Reading →
Never Alone: RonovanWrites Weekly Haiku Poetry Prompt Challenge
Rough season behind! I called out and you heard me. Oh, Lord, I thank you. Written for RonovanWrites Weekly Haiku Poetry Prompt Challenge: season and rough.
Moments to Savor!
It is cold outside! We snuggle in a blanket! We fall more in love! Written for RonovanWrites Weekly Haiku Poetry Prompt Challenge #330: Cold and Fall.
The Beauty of Flowers is Good for the Soul!
Photo from goodfreephotos.com Rain wets the flowers. Buds drink thirstily and sigh! Blooms start to open! Written for RonovanWrites Weekly Haiku Poetry Prompt Challenge: Bloom and Wet.
