Written From The Heart

Poetry is a wonderful gift
When written from the heart;
It can bring a smile to a lonely face,
Or make you cry and tear you apart.

You are given a glimpse into someone's life
And with compassion you learn to feel,
The need to share with others,
Love and understanding, that is truly for real.

You don't ridicule others with the words you choose,
If you've never walked in their shoes;
You write with compassion and commitment,
When you care for others, you cannot lose!

The words that you write, may affect others' lives,
You must choose them wisely with care;
Write from the heart with love and compassion,
For this gift God has given, for you to share.

Forget Me Not

Forget me not, for I am there
In the beat of your heart,
On the wing of your prayer.

Forgive me my parting and leaving you thus,
A joyous reunion is waiting for us!

Continue to strive toward your goal and be brave.
Know that my love didn't stop at the grave.

My spirit is with you through good times and bad.
I share all the joys and the sorrows you've had.

Feel my presence within your next breath
And realize there's no distance in death.

Ask for my help and I'll answer your call.
Reach for my hand when you stumble and fall.

Run the last mile with a smile on your face.
My arms will be waiting when you finish the race.

Always remember, my love is right there
In the beat of your heart,
On the wing of your prayer.

~ He Sees ~

Feeling as if her heart would break,
Stinging words, they had lashed out.
The tears she held, so deep within,
Revealed her anguish and doubt.

They cut as if a two-edged sword.
She fought the emotions within.
But, in the recesses of her mind,
Words echoed time and again.

In the stillness of the night,
She knelt to voice her plea.
Within her soul, she plainly heard,
"Fear not, because He sees."

He knows your deepest heartaches.
Unnoticed? Not even one.
He's interceding for you,
For, you see, He's God's own Son.

There's nothing that could be hidden.
All things lay before Him bare.
Toss your burdens on the Lord.
He loves you and He cares.

Choose to walk in love and joy.
Let your heart be filled with peace.
All your pain will soon recede,
Just remember that He sees.

The Ocean

The sounds of the ocean are like friends to me,
They make life easier and help me to see.
That life can be peaceful and yet full of strife,
The waves can be soft, or cut like a knife.
You need friends to help you swim,
To struggle alone or rely on them.
Family also can help you move through the sea,
And you can't help but be,
Grateful to all who love you for you,
They are always there to see you through.
God rules the ocean and all the sounds,
So in Him we must be found.
Trusting in Him to carry us through,
The waves of the ocean and all that is blue.

There's A Reason

I was always taught, there's a reason
That people do the things they do,
Though you may not always like them.
Their heart hides a secret from you.

If they're quick to bite your head off
Or constantly brag and boast,
Remember, the people we like the least
May need our love the most.

Could it be they had been abused
Or even ridiculed all their lives?
These are the type of hurtful things
That make sure their heart survives.

But, the heart that survives is hardened
And, on the seas of life, they coast.
Remember, the people we like the least
May need our love the most.

Reality of Life

Life isn't just full of happiness,
It's sunsets, it's love, it's tears.
It's the thoughts of yesterdays memories,
That can wash away all out fears.

It's that very painful experience,
That each one of us has had.
It's the laughter that fills the air,
It's the tears when you are sad.

It's loving that someone special,
That at one time made you smile.
It's the pain of losing that person,
But the memories that make it worthwhile.

It's that child in every one of us,
Although in time we'll all be old.
It's the good times we'll never forget,
It's the memories we'll always hold.

It's the hug that we all need,
When we'd rather drown in our sorrow.
It's the hope in every one of us,
That makes us hold on for tomorrow.

God's Blessings

New friends and old
Adventures so bold
God’s way of saying
Are you still praying

Met a senior friend who
Loves to laugh and play
Charming and daring
And she’s so caring

So when we let go
To step out boldly
God’s mission is done
As we unite as one

To find kindness and love
Acceptance and laughter
These are truly God's gifts
That we share ever after

So take that first step
And say how do you do
The riches of God’s blessings
Are just waiting for you

A SMILE

A smile costs nothing, but gives much-
It takes but a moment, but the memory of it usually lasts forever.
None are so rich that can get along without it-
And none are so poor but that can be made rich by it.

It enriches those who receive, without making poor those who give-
It creates sunshine in the home,
Fosters good will in business,
And is the best antidote for trouble-
And yet it cannot be begged, borrowed, or stolen, for it is of no value
Unless it is given away.

Some people are too busy to give you a smile-
Give them one of yours-
For the good Lord knows that no one needs a smile so badly
As he or she who has no more smiles left to give.

Seeds of Faith

Seeds of Faith

The fields are all empty
Barren and dry
Without any fruit
Crops have withered and died
The soil so thirsty
It’s land now hungry too
Without proper nutrients
It produces no food

You’ve got to turn up the heat
In the midst of the drought
Plant seeds of faith
So they can sprout
You reap what you sow
Of that there’s no doubt
So plant seeds of faith
So they can sprout

When the fields appear empty
Don’t give up in despair
Irrigate the crops
With your tears in prayer
When famine threatens
Just call on Christ
He’ll feed the hungry
He’s the bread of life

You’ve got to turn up the heat
In the midst of the drought
Plant seeds of faith
So they can sprout
You reap what you sow
Of that there’s no doubt
So plant seeds of faith
So they can sprout

Seeds, Friends and Success

Seeds, Friends and Success

We sow the seeds of kindness
and water them with love.
Then feed with truth,
found in the Word of God.

The land where seeds are planted
is vast and never ends.
It lies among the valleys
and the hills that we call friends.

Some need someone to lean on,
while others search for truth.
Each time we plant Your seeds Lord,
we refer our friends to You.

Some seeds will only wither,
never taken to the heart.
But some will be well cared for
and will make a brand new start.

We are but Your gardeners
who strive and do our best.
But You, oh loving Father
are the secret to success !

Seaside Balcony

Seaside Balcony

The waves are pounding on the beach,
The sun is coming up.
I watch some people as I reach,
To get my coffee cup.

Sitting on the balcony,
With panoramic view,
I sip some coffee from my cup,
As I gaze out at you.

You love to sit out on the beach,
At the break of day.
You say it is your quiet time,
To catch the sun's first ray.

The sky is filled with brilliant light,
The sun is breaking through.
The scene is so breathtaking,
It surrounds you with its hue.

You look so peaceful and serene,
Without a worldly care.
The only movement is the breeze,
That gently blows your hair.

The sun is shining brightly now,
I see your silhouette.
The picture that's before me now,
I never will forget.

You are so very beautiful,
My mind can't comprehend.
The reason that you love me,
Out of all the other men.

You are so loving and committed,
You say you are mine.
You say you only want to love,
And please me all the time.

I've never known a love like yours,
And I can truly say,
There's never been another,
Who could make me feel this way.

My love for you is total,
It is more than flesh and bone,
And all I am and all I have,
I give to you alone.

Emotions overwhelm me,
As you stand and start to turn,
And deep within my heart,
I feel a raging start to burn.

You are so very beautiful,
And perfect in my mind,
And as you walk back to the room,
You've had your quiet time.

I hear you come into to the room,
And from the balcony,
I hear you whisper out my name,
Please come make love to me.

I turn to see your shadowed form,
As you now beckon me,
And wonder as I look at you,
How lucky can I be?

To have the perfect woman,
Who is so in love with me,
And share this special moment,
From the seaside balcony.