The Little Painted Turtle
in Animal Poems
It was merely happenstance
As I walked about my home
To note the movement in the grass
Of a creature with a dome.
in Animal Poems
It was merely happenstance
As I walked about my home
To note the movement in the grass
Of a creature with a dome.
in Meaningful Poems
I have experienced many things.
But, really, my life is quite ordinary.
I can talk, walk, dance and sing;
Dear Ann, Thank you so much for your kind words and encouragement. This is my first time responding to anyone, as I am rather new at this. I know my work is rather elementary, but I am having...
in Humorous Poems
With dimming light and hours passed
They are awakened and quickly amassed
From within deep corners and underground
In multitudes of numbers they are found.
in Humorous Poems
Riding down Interstate 80
In the fall of 1971
Headed for a new life
Our marriage just begun.
in Ocean Poems
The stillness is but a facade
Calm and peace fleeting
As I observe the clouds building
And the sound of my own heart beating.
Hello fellow Lake Erie boater. I am thankful for your note. I know my poetry is very elementary, but I always try to base it on some personal experience. The Mentor Yacht Club is so...
What will you remember
of the days we could not play?
When things were very different
from just the other day.
Another lovely poem by you. Keep writing - I am very much enjoying your work.
Best wishes, Ann.
in Animal Poems
Under a dock over the sea
Nestled between a lake of debris,
The young swallow spreads out its coat
In desperation to stay afloat.
Such a touching story with a perfect ending. As you say, holding out a helping hand to those in need can achieve wonders. Very best wishes, Ann.
In the year of 2020
When life was full and plenty,
A terrible plague besieged the world
Chaos and sorrow worldwide unfurled.
in Ocean Poems
Across the vastness of open sea
Traveling onward incessantly
Beginning with a breath of air
From skies above with clouds or bare;
I see you standing there.
I feel your eyes on me.
I resume my tasks, but there you are.