Day 4 of Gratitude: Poetry & Art

Today, I am honored to present the work of Marshall J. Stephens, friend and writer.  I am grateful for both his friendship and the talent with which he weaves his words.  Enjoy friends and readers.  Grumble These are the days when we say We could have done so much more The lean days, the poor …

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Baby Lu

Project Birthday Blog

Many moons ago, a young rosebud was born. And she grew and she blossomed. One day someone read her a book and then another and another. Eventually, she learned to read on her own and write. When she was in elementary school, she wrote her first poem. In high school, she started writing short stories.  …

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Storybook collection

Never Too Old For A Storybook or Three..

Last week's unstated theme was obsession and addiction. My worst addiction is a life long one. My addiction to the written word began when I was an infant. My family read to me, my teachers encouraged me and in books I found the friends I was unable to make in real life. And it all …

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Tears: Two Poems by Aaron Sawyer

Tears of Pain They keep falling one by one Every shred of emotion is seen within them They keep falling, never seeming to be done A pain you can’t even fathom hiding behind them They keep falling and they continue to run Your strength fades as you stand there watching them They keep falling, not …

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Guest Blog Poets Wanted

In a couple of hours, I am honored to announce that Aaron Sawyer will be gracing this blog with his poetry.  I am hoping to make this a monthly event to introduce readers to new poetry and poets. If you are interested in participating in this on-going event, please either leave a comment here or …

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