Poems to Share

Learning Never Ends

For all my young friends and students, I am here to say,
Schools ends, but learning will teach you every day.
Always have some curiosity to see what happens next.
Always have some wonder to see meaning in every text.
Cherish the teacher that challenges you to perform at your best.
Be ready for homework to prepare you for every single test.
At every age, there will be something new to learn.
Having something new to read, will always be your concern.
Discover a talent that you can love to share.
For life’s journey, school can help you prepare.
The road that you travel will be yours to decide.
My wish for you all, is prepare well to enjoy the ride

 Is Life Always Fair? 

We are not always treated fair, as we travel along.
No doubt, at times, we have all been treated wrong.
Find someone to blame or move on down the road.
On your own or find someone to help carry the load.
You can lock yourself away, never to face another day.
Or you can go on display, YES, you are here to stay.
What’s your release, you must find a way to cope.
Work to recover and show a smile full of hope.
Write your thoughts and don’t be afraid to share.
You may be surprised at how much people do care.
Gather your thoughts as you take a nature walk.
Find a friend who can listen when you need to talk.
Creative expression to learn what’s in your mind.
You may be amazed at what strength you will find.

My Love to all mothers. You are special. May your loved ones treat you well on your day.

Mother’s Day

 Second Sunday in May, Mother’s Day, we celebrate.
Time to say, Mom, Mother, you are really GREAT.
Every day, you prepare all of our meals.
All the time, you shop for all the deals.
You tend to the biggest hurt and the little boo boo.
Is it any wonder that the children turn to you know who.
The underwear is clean and the shirts are spotless.
And in the home, you wipe up every single mess.
The mother’s love is there without question.
She always knows how to get your attention.
For the mothers of today and those of our past.
Done right, that is a love that will always last.

I have a GREAT appreciation for volunteers.  Whatever time you can give
to make your world a better place, go for it.

                                    Making a Difference

If you lend your skill or time to help in the neighborhood,
If you add your time to aid others as you know you should,
If you combine your efforts with others to build a community,
If you always raise your hand to volunteer in our society,
When you say you want to help, whatever your preference,
There is no doubt you are capable of making a difference.
When you get down to help a child, you are standing tall,
When you help those in need, your efforts are never small.
Regardless of age, there is always room for another volunteer,
Raise your hand to help for an hour, a week or another year.
Your reward may be a thank you or smile that touches your heart,
Consider the effort you extend, know that you have done your part.

For dreamers everywhere, may your dreams give you peace and
the dreams you work for, come to be.

                             Dreams of What Could Be 

Have you ever laid in bed and dreamed of what could be,
Have you ever dreamed of all the places you would like to see?
Have you ever dreamed of all the things you want to say.
Have you ever dreamed of all the sports you wanted to play.
Have you ever dreamed how you could enjoy a fresh spring.
Have you ever dreamed of a special song you want to sing.
Have you ever dreamed of a great karaoke performance?
Have you ever dreamed of holding your girl in a slow dance?
Have you ever dreamed of winning the Mega millions lottery?
Have you ever dreamed that those you love, could be worry free?
Have you ever dreamed of a bakery with so many pies to choose?
And then you dream of all the weight you would have to lose.
Dreams can become nightmares which appear so dark
Dreams can inspire and offer a creative spark.
Have you ever dreamed of a dreamless sleep?
Truly at peace with only good memories to keep

Often, I write about granddaughters.  All of mine are special.  This week was
Maya’s birthday.

                                      Maya

This sweet girl is growing and reaching new heights.
Family travel or outings or stay home for movie nights.
Becoming such a delightful, sassy young woman.
Stop and watch, you KNOW she is not done.
Those eyes just sparkle when a new comment is coming.
Done with charm and guile that on Maya is so becoming.
At home in the kitchen with a dinner to prepare,
Working with her sisters, tasty aromas in the air.
Her total focus to reach and achieve
It’s something you must see to believe.
For this girl, there is always a new surprise to spring.
For me, I can’t wait to see what next year can bring.