Category Archives: Poetry

One small voice cried out in the dark, Who will hear my plea? Through tears and fears, And endless years, Who will set me free? One frail voice called into the night, Who will heal my pain? And take away, The cares of the day, And make me whole again? One grim voice whispered hopelessly, Who will heed my cry? Is anyone there? Does anyone care? On whom can I rely? One still voice gently … Continue reading →

Sweet fragrant smells fill the air, Colors blooming everywhere, Life calls out for all to see, The splendor of His majesty. Walk slowly through the garden gates, For among your steps His beauty waits, Behold all that He has given you, Wonders dressed in every hue. Look not upon the thorns and weeds, But see the greatness of His seeds, Planted in the heart of man Grown according to His plan. Reap the harvest of … Continue reading →

My mind turns back, To the summer days, Of my childhood years ago, To the baseball games, Fireman’s picnics, Cornfields all in a row. I can still feel, The warmth of the breeze, Kissing at my skin, As we rode our bikes, Around the block, Greeting neighbors with a grin. As the sprinklers rained, Their drops of sunshine, Upon the hungry ground, I hear the splashing, Of tiny feet, No greater fun was found. The … Continue reading →

Your arms cradled me When I was born With love and lullabies. They held my hand As I learned to walk And comforted my cries. They wrapped me up In all your strength. They never let me fall. I always knew That you were there To answer my every call. With open arms You let me grow And encouraged me to fly. With wings outstretched You let me soar And helped me reach the sky. … Continue reading →

All across America, From sea to shining sea, There waves a mighty symbol, Proclaiming liberty. Her colors bold and brilliant, Never may they fade. Reminding all who see her, The price that has been paid. May all who look upon her, Turn their thoughts to prayer, For all the gifts she stands for, For people everywhere. Through all the trails of war and peace, Silently she calls, Freedom, truth, and justice, And liberty for all. … Continue reading →