Those in-between moments when the mirror is clearare like chasing black crows in my flying dreamswith my piercing eagle eyes shining in bright haze.I fear I am much too fond of this thing we call loveSo I soar above the bitterness in this tormented worldFor these are troubling times of intense sorrow.I know tomorrow’s news … Continue reading THROWBACK FRIDAY- Linda Lee Lyberg – When the Mirror is Clear
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Message of Hope- After A While- Veronica A. Shoffstall
Hello Everyone- In these times of uncertainty and fear, I wanted to share a poem with you that I cut out of a newspaper 26 years ago. To give you a little background on my mental state back then, I had recently lost my husband of over 7 years to suicide and my life was … Continue reading Message of Hope- After A While- Veronica A. Shoffstall
The Rainbow Child
Where does the rainbow end,in your soul or on the horizon?” ― Pablo Neruda, The Book of Questions The colors of her kaleidoscope soul spill into the world wherever she wanders and roamsLike satin ribbons streaming in zephyr’s arms, she spreads her radiant purity everywherePainting this gorgeous earth in vivid shadesof rose-red, blue, green, and sun drenched yellowShe wears them … Continue reading The Rainbow Child
THROWBACK FRIDAY- Linda Lee Lyberg- On Hope’s Wings
On hope’s wings comes the new birth of a seasonAs green life bursts forth, a time for fresh seedingWith every turn, turn, there is profound reasonWhile we pause, reflecting on life, and heeding.As green life bursts forth, a time for fresh seedingWith joy we plant luscious fruits for tomorrowWhile we pause, reflecting on life and … Continue reading THROWBACK FRIDAY- Linda Lee Lyberg- On Hope’s Wings
In This House
I want to dwell in this house where the walls are awash in memories here, where lively conversations occur as red wine flows freeand the french music always plays to remember our Paris dayswhile the scent of savory dishes cooking floats through the airI want to feel this house where my warm feet kiss cool tile … Continue reading In This House
Published- Megha Sood
Hello Everyone! Please join me in congratulating Megha on another fabulous month of published work. Megha is kind enough to share this list with us as they are a wonderful resource should you decide you want to submit your own work. CONGRATULATIONS Megha! Have a wonderful month- Spring is in the air!- Linda Lee Lyberg … Continue reading Published- Megha Sood
I Heard The Robin Sing
Photo courtesy of: Tracy Villalobos I heard a red breasted robin singing todayHis melody floated on the chilly morning breezeSo my friends blooming time is not far awayFor chartreuse young leaves are budding on trees.His melody floated on the chilly morning breezeHe sang with pure innocence and joyous delightFor chartreuse young leaves are budding on treesAnd … Continue reading I Heard The Robin Sing
Tucked Away
Within these pages lies a secret, a tattered love note tucked away,the only one he’d ever written one cold brisk autumn dayHe wrote of a black coal diamond rough,but with undying patience and love Someday he would with brilliance, shine for her utter devotion was more than enoughAnd though she may never see or know the … Continue reading Tucked Away
Now in These Troubled Times
And now in these troubled times, the weather too is changing as if the universe comprehends how humanity is failingWhen a black raging storm is coming animals instinctively know it’s time to run for safety as turbulent dust - heavy winds blowAnd though we also run and hide, we hardly ever realize we are to blame for these … Continue reading Now in These Troubled Times
THROWBACK FRIDAY- Linda Lee Lyberg- Poisoned Thorns
In the hours when the earth moves between darkness and light, where murky shadows whisper and doubtful thoughts slip through making my heart wonder what might have been had you stayed, what color would the (bed) of roses be today where we once laywould they be bloody red petals hewn to black and blueor the shimmering chartreuse of … Continue reading THROWBACK FRIDAY- Linda Lee Lyberg- Poisoned Thorns
