Here’s to Poetry It’s been a stretch, to say the least—This challenge that I’ve imposed.I’m glad to this writing has unleashedMy passion’s weight in gold. They say pictures are worth 1000 words. However, I’m grateful for the Lord blessing me with being one of His wordsmiths. Words make things manifest; I’m thankful that my words…
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Poetry in Motion, Day 7
“Bath time” Playful laughter Kiddy chatter Waves of bubbles Splashing, sloshing In the tub Featured photo by Cristian Palmer on Unsplash
Poetry in Motion, Day 6
“Expecting” Be it day or nightNo one knows. Live ready, friendsJesus will come soon. Hey, girl, hey. I know many of my posts lately have seemed to take a different spin. Honestly, though, the reason I blog is all about pointing people to Christ. You might be a wife and SAHM like me, and we…
Poetry in Motion, Day 4
“The Rules” I wish I could remember the rulesThe tools, and tips, and strategiesTo make my poetry more than cool—Filling it with great imagery There are metaphors and similiesTo cause a sonnet to flowOnomatopoeia and verse that’s freeThat helps an epic poem grow Trying to pull them out of memoryMade me feel a bit dated.Now…
Poetry in Motion, Day 3
“Unplanned Vegan” There once was a girl named LeAnnWho loved to eat grandmama’s ham.But out of her bowlJumped a bumpy, green toad—Poor LeAnn became vegan instead! Funny! I’m not vegan, but I am an advocate for cleaner eating when possible. Whole, raw foods and proper supplementation are essential. When pairing it with exercise, rest, and…
Poetry in Motion, Day 2
Time In a hurry, she began to worry because of the stacking bills.Without a dime to her name, covered in shame, she thought she’d pop some pills.Something was tugging at her heart, steady nudging, but she pushed it from her mind.She heard Him before and thought, “What a bore! I don’t even have the time.”…
Once Upon a Door Knock—Harriet’s Sonnet
Hey, girl, hey! I’m still stretching, and now we’re back to our series, “Once Upon a Door Knock.” In tonight’s post, I’m digging into my arsenal and picking up with Chance and Harriet with a sonnet. Harriet’s Sonnet My past! How could he know who I would be?Screaming, blasts and sirens were ringing out.My heart…
Surprise, Surprise!
Hey, girl, hey! Yesterday I said I was going to bring you something exciting today. You’re welcome. “Jance’s Thoughts” Who is that man who doesn’t look like me?He smiles at my mom while winking at me.He plays, he laughs, completely carefree.Yet, I can’t help wonder what’s in this for me. I won’t be mean because…
For Such a Time as This—a poem
Hey, girl, hey! It’s that time again! When I wrote that poem yesterday, I sense God wants to redirect my creative writings. Guess what? I’m here for it! As He leads, I’ll work on the story, but most importantly, I’m going to flow with Him however He leads. “For Such a Time as This” A…