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Hi, I am a mature individual with 50 something years under my belt, a mom, a grandma and in general a councellor for the whole family. Obtained my academic qualifications in my later years and been a nurse for eternity. I just love to write, I love poetry

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Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Animal poems for children: 2 of 149

Mimi the Spider. Mimi is tidy and always so busy. She spins up her web until she's quiet dizzy. Her house is wide open, there aren't any doors. There aren't any windows, there aren't any floors. She's up in the morning, when dew drops abound. She stays up till late, not making a sound. Her life is so simple, she has her rout...
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Sin: 9 of 173

Pandora's Box A gift, sent forth from Satan some stare with greedy eyes, a tempting, glittering jewelry box, of death, destruction, and lies. She brings with her our deepest fears Like chaos, war and death So don't be fooled by her beauty Or she'll take your very breath No kindred spirit, nor earthly being, should see the co...
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Angels: 16 of 242

Angels Caress. The sweet caress of angels wings The warm and tender love they bring They sing their sweet delightful song A lullaby to make you strong. I'm sure they leave a sign for me But in my blindness I don't see With worldly thoughts that cloud my sight I follow through to meet my plight. If I could listen without fear...
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Reflections on success, struggle, and happiness: 19 of 263

Life's Ups and Downs Isn't it funny how life finds a way to even the odds,to brighten, or spoil your day a second can make such a difference and sometimes it's just what you say Isn't it funny how life can be good along comes a cloud, to bring down a shroud a minute can make such a difference you just want to shout at the cr...
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Prayer: 49 of 218

Oh Lord Inspire Me. Oh Lord, I yearn for culture to fan the flames of my imagination, so lead my eyes to look upon strange and wonderful things. Keep my interest and creativity alive and flowing, and let me be captivating in all that I do and all that I say. Help me to enjoy the world and the diversity within it and spur me ...
Politics, News & Issues > Government & Policies Should smoking be allowed in public places?: 41 of 182

Should smoking be allowed in public places? A public place - I consider, is any area that is beyond my own garden gate. The complexities of this debate are many, most opinionated individuals who are totally against smoking full stop, don't always consider the wider health issues with regards to the very air we breath every m...
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Lipstick: 4 of 16

Lipstick Looking in the mirror, pouting up my lips, what color shall I choose today? do you have any tips? Is pink for young and girlie? is red for strong and bold? or is my Lippi just to cover lip lines,cos I'm old? I've watched my lips get thinner, through the ravages of time, it's very hard to get it right, are these lips...
Creative Writing > Essays Essays: Intelligence vs. intuition: 2 of 7

Intelligence Verses Intuition. Nature, Nurture What is it? I feel it pertinent to start my discussion with a theory I have had since as far back as I can remember. How many times was it instilled in you that power is knowledge? How many times did your parents mention the importance of education ? I wasn't born into a wealthy...
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Poems for children: 63 of 213

Sweet William. William is a puppy dog with soft black curly fur His big brown eyes look up to you to make sure you are there he's your best friend he wags his tail he'll jump and run and play so if you give him little treats he'll always want to stay his loyalty is endless he has his favorite toys and William is so friendly ...
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Summer: 51 of 145

Summer Sun. How those summer days can affect my mood With the radiance and warmth of the sun Replenishing my energy and giving me zest Capturing the essence of light and eternity How those summer days fed my objectives With a renewed vigour and healthy thoughts Revitalising my direction and filling all gaps Capturing my emot...