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I dance to the beat of a different drum. I thrive on being different and unique! Writing has intrigued me for years. My mother has written poetry as long as I can remember. She and I recently had a collection of our poems published by.."Publish America" called.."A

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Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Writing: 4 of 505
Sweet DreamsWhispers in the night...my mind does never rest.I went to bed at ten o'clock...these thoughts are such a pest.I envy any body whocan fall asleep real fast...and sleep until the morning...while the "nightly" hours passed. My mind just never settles down...it's always on the go.No matter how I "talk" to it...the que... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Saying goodbye: 4 of 455
Listen for the Wind ChimesDo you see me...can you hear me?Are you far or are you near me?Do you know when I have cried?How is it on the other side?I see you in my mind each day.I worry that you'll fade away.I want to hold you near my heartalthough we're other world's apart.I wonder where one really goes...I pray to God who re... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Personal Morals & Values Living with the past: 5 of 204
Living with the past or in the past only eats up today. If the past is something that needs to be reckoned with, the power it has over one will dissipate once it has been dealt with. You can take control of "it", rather than "it" controlling you.When I was younger, I was very defensive and quick to speak up when I thought I n... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Weddings: 2 of 54
"Your Wedding Day"On this sunlit day in June...beneath God's heaven, stars and moon,we come to celebrate their love...and ask for blessings from above.We'll pray for comfort, love and peace...that they'll endure and never cease.We'll wish them friendship, joy and love...to look for guidance from above.As we bear witness to th... More..
Politics, News & Issues > US Immigration Cause for the sudden controversy over immigration in the US: 1 of 23
The cause for the "sudden" controversy over immigration to the United States is a little bewildering. It certainly isn't sudden and has been an ongoing concern for along time. The root of the problem is our own government. From my perspective, we...our government.. wants to be all things to all people. This alone, is a slap i... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Babies: 5 of 99
Bless'ed AnticipationI knew you were coming...I saw you in my dreams.I do not know your name,but I love you with all my heart.The idea of you makes my heart smile...a grin that can't be contained.I will count the days until you arrive.You are God's little miracle....flesh of my own flesh...your mother, you and me...we are all... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Marriage: 7 of 109
Second glances, second chances!Oh how our hearts do "their" dances!To love again with all our heart....a "gift" from God...a second start.Once we have loved and had it lost...we now know love has such a cost.To find another special love... is a "gift" from God above.So celebrate your love and affection...it surely is of God's... More..
Politics, News & Issues > US News Latest campus shootings: Are violent TV, movies and video games to blame?: 2 of 27
Violent t.v. movies and video games more than likely greatly influence young minds. When many parents are careful not to subject their children to loud music, cigarette smoke, inappropriate age-related broadcasting, toys beyond the child's years etc., why is this? I can only assume it is to not negatively affect the child. So... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Inspirational: 50 of 473
Oh...Saturday MorningI watch the wind dancing through the trees...the early birds do sing.To feel the sun upon my face...oh..to know these simple things.The vivid blue the sky does wear,the sun reflects like fire..the Lord has blessed this Saturday mornin its very best attire.We rush about...complain too much,and miss the wor... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Personal Morals & Values Do you always say "yes" when you really want to say "no"?: 5 of 45
Saying "yes" when you want to say "no" is a real dilemma for a lot of people. I used to be one of them. I think the term for those of us who do/did that are called "people pleasers"...afraid to say no for fear of hurting one's feelings or falling out of popularity. It also gives one a false sense of being "needed".For years, ... More..