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Perfection In Bloom

Snowflakes falling gently to green grass,

As I watch through patio door glass,

Large yet delicate in form,

I enjoy it though for March it is not the norm,

Daffodils poking through with bright yellow heads,

Flowering trees in bloom, I hope they won't be dead,

The combination is so beautiful, so unique,

As tiny purple crocus from white crystals peek,

Redbud blooms all cloaked in white,

Cling to the branches with all their might,

White pines wearing white robes,

While snowplow lights strobe,

A crystal palace my yard has become,

As I gaze with wonder at my purple leaf plum,

To think just a few days ago it was warm and sunny,

But then Kansas weather is often funny,

It was then that I went to pull last years dry weeds,

And shredded my hands and made them bleed,

Dry weeds became double edged swords I guess,

I sure made a fine mess,

Next time gloves I will wear,

When cleaning out my garden again I dare,

But for now in the bounty of nature I will bask,

While waiting for spring again to unmask.

 

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Ocean Whispers

Waves softly lapping the sandy beach,

Playing dulcet tones,

Toes reveling in the warmth of the sand,

We talked of living here,

Our house on the island,

Walking down the shore,

As always, I think of you,

Remembering how we fell in love,

On a day such as this,

You are in my thoughts,

Forever in my dreams,

I walk alone, waiting for your touch,

Are you thinking of me?

Are your nights full of sweet dreams?

I will keep you in my heart,

You are indelibly imprinted in my memory,

I am here...

Waiting for you.

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Lighthouse

Gazing out into the starry night, for your touch I yearn,

Soft breezes caress my skin,

My eyes search for signs of your return,

I close my eyes and see your handsome grin,

I still hear you singing softly on my nape,

“You are once, Twice, Three times a lady and I love you”,

Your love helps my heart life's worries escape,

I promise never to make you blue,

“My love”, I whisper, hoping it will reach your ear,

“I need you, hurry home to my arms”,

I want to feel you near,

I dream of all of your endearing charms,

Remember when you sailed away?

“Hurry back to me” I whispered breathlessly,

I dream of you each night and look for you each day,

Loving you comes so effortlessly,

I will wait for you sweetheart of mine,

My lonely heart needs only you,

On my lighthouse deck I will watch the horizon line,

For my love is forever true.

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I love, Because I Am

I love sunrise, because it begins a new day,

To live and love,

I love sunsets for the breathtaking views,

And that it means it is time to have sweet dreams,

I love the smell of a babies head,

And watching it sleep in its little bed,

I love watching an eagle soar,

Because it is doing what I would like to do,

I love watching butterflies flit from flower to flower,

Because they are so delicate and seem to float,

I love watching it rain,

Because it refreshes the earth and smells good,

I love the human touch,

To love and be loved,

I love flowers,

For each is beautiful and truly unique,

I love waterfalls,

For they are strikingly breathtaking,

I love mountains,

I am awestruck at their majesty,

I love my chocolate cappuccino,

Because it makes me feel warm and cozy,

I love walking barefoot in the sand,

Because I like to feel it between my toes,

I love watching it snow,

For it is beautiful, and I love it landing on my nose,

I love chasing fireflies and watching them blink,

Because it reminds me of childhood at grandma’s,

I love lilacs,

Because when I was 17 they were given me as a surprise gift by someone I didn’t even know,

I love satin, silk and lace,

Because it makes me feel beautiful,

I love watching the leaves in fall,

For their colors are so pretty,

I love running through leaves in fall,

Because stomping the bug eggs on them as kids was so much fun,

I love little kitten whiskers,

Because they tickle,

I love my children,

Because they were the best thing I ever did,

I love riding horses,

Because it is like flying and I love the wind in my hair,

I love listening to locusts in the evening,

It brings back memories of grandpa in his lawn chair smiling,

I love thunderstorms,

For their lightening, thunder and majesty,

I love romantic movies,

Because I am a hopeless romantic,

I love music,

Because it goes to my heart,

I love singing loudly when nobody can hear,

Because its fun,

I love poetry,

For it reveals what is in ones heart,

I love sleeping in,

Because early morning dreams are so wonderful,

I love seeing the first flowers of spring,

They give hope of warmth and rain,

I love reading a good book,

Because it takes me right into the story and far away,

I love elegant dinner parties,

I like dressing up,

I love collecting tea sets, teddy bears and musical carousels,

Just for fun,

I love giving gifts,

Because I like seeing the happiness it brings,

I love making things with my own hands,

For it is satisfying,

I love our creator for making me human,

So I can use my senses to enjoy his great gifts,

I love to love, because it is the greatest gift ever given,

I love…

because I am.

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Sunrise Blooms

Gentle colors stealthily creep into the sky,

First light of day spears through the shadows,

Burning golden ball of intense glory rises,

Shimmering, lining the clouds with gold,

Light fluffy clouds dance across the sky,

Birds cheep and twitter,

Dew glistens on all creation,

Butterflies flutter happily through the air,

Earth awakens to a new day,

Gentle breezes carry fresh flowery scents,

Bees buzzing from flower to flower,

Blooms open their faces to the suns warming rays,

Our eyes see the glory…

As sunrise blooms.

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Perspective

In a world of beauty and wonder,

Lives the human race,

From up above our home appears as a beautiful blue gem,

A diamond in the universe,

Lush green forests,

Sparkling blue rivers and oceans,

Pure white sandy beaches,

Tranquility as far as the eye reaches,

You cannot see the wars,

You cannot see the hungry,

There are no riots,

No one being abused or used,

There are no national debts,

No country borders,

You cannot see the disease,

Nor the pain and death,

We are all flesh and blood,

All mortal and delicate,

We tell our kids let mom or dad do it,

It’s too much for them,

But then we try to take on the world ourselves,

A double standard?

No matter what good intentions we have,

Time runs out, another steps into our place,

Some problems are just too big for us,

Some mistakes too long lasting,

Sometimes we need to have perspective,

No matter the title or position, we all are the same,

One big family of the human race,

All trying to have what we need…

Love,

Peace,

Shelter,

Food

&

Life itself.

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My Bonny Scot

 

Afair Ah mit ye,

mah days went slowly,

mah bonny Scot,

Yer hoose by th' brine is a delecht,

Ah hink ay walkin' alang th' beach,

waves lappin' at uir ankles,

If Ah was wi' ye noo,

uir lips woods jink as soft as a whisper,

Mah heart whispers secrets athwart an brine tae yer heart,

watch th' beach,

fur a message in a bottle,

Fur loove will graw,

an' Ah will declaur mah loove tae ye,

sae bide fur me...

my bonny Scot.

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Morning Sounds

Soft breezes whisper,

through white lace curtains,

touching my face like rose petals,

Birds twitter and cheep,

in the sweet honeysuckle,

outside my windows,

Sun dapples through lace,

onto my tranquil sleeping face,

as I hear morning sounds,

Soft rain gently tapping the windowpanes,

rocks me into sweet sleep,

the melody so sweet,

Hummingbirds with tiny wings fluttering,

join bees buzzing around lilacs,

it seems the nectar makes nice snacks,

Ice cracking and snapping as the sun rises,

on the miracle of a winters morn,

Crackling fireplace keeping me snug and warm,

Ah the sounds of morning,

are such sweet music,

I hear with my ears,

As well as,

with my heart.

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Think Of Me

If ever something should take me from you,

Just remember how much you meant to me,

Smile and be happy, enjoy life like I want you to,

Remember how you made me laugh and feel so free.

Think of me as you see the flowers in bloom,

When you hear the birds sing,

And as soft rain falls on a Sunday afternoon,

Remember how I loved life and the joy it brings.

Think of me when the thunder crashes,

Think of its majesty, don’t be forlorn,

And when the lightening flashes,

Remember how much I loved a thunderstorm.

Think of me when you see the soft white snow,

When you see a rainbow in its spectrum of beauty,

Call to mind that I too loved that grand show,

You were so nice and down to earth, never snooty.

Think of me as the breeze blows over your skin,

Remember how I made you smile,

Think of me when you ride your horse now and then,

And when you see wildflowers in the country, mile after mile.

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Living Every Day As If It Were Your Last

 

As creatures who are sentient,

for living forever, we have a penchant.

Knowing as we do that life passes so fast,

wisdom should prevail upon us to live as if it were our last.

Showing and telling loved ones how you feel,

sitting down together for a family meal.

Seeing the beauty and joy this life can hold,

watching our little ones in prayer, their hands fold.

Spending time helping our kids know what’s right,

having empathy for others, avoiding a fight.

Taking time to watch the sunrise and sunset,

would top our list if it was the last chance we would get.

Watching our little ones laugh and play,

being thankful for each and every day.

The things we would do and try,

if our life was soon to pass us by.

Thankfully, most of us get to have a long time,

and are able to enjoy living long past our prime.

Living as if it were our last day here on earth,

enjoy life; simple things will give us mirth.

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The First Day

 

This day is special, very unique,

It has never been before, will never come again,

It is your best day, so to speak,

For the rest of your life will now begin.

Today is the first day of the rest of your life,

What will you do with it, enjoy it with zeal,

Or will you make big mistakes and fill it with strife,

Every day is important, a big deal.

You are blessed, with a gift of another day,

One more day to see the beauty and wonder,

To feel the breeze, the sun on your skin, to work and play,

Don’t let depression and worry drag you under.

Never give up your hopes and dreams,

Letting go of innocence is a mistake,

Don’t let yourself be pulled into harmful schemes,

For enjoying simple things, time to always make.

Living each day as if it were our last,

Loving with all we have in our heart,

Not worrying about the past,

But in planning our amazing future, to take part.

Yes, today is the first day of the rest of your life,

Fill it with all the love and joy you can find,

Smell the fresh air, feel the sun, enjoy watching wildlife,

Show your loved ones how you feel, relax and unwind.