Category: Poems

Sirens, Smoke and Scarves – A Poem

I was walking along the sidewalk. There was a sound of sirens in the air and the third fire truck I had seen z       o          o          m         e          d by me. A woman I didn’t know stopped in front of me. What do you… Continue Reading “Sirens, Smoke and Scarves – A Poem”

Magic and Mannequins – A Poem

I passed by the store window and for a moment thought the mannequin’s were real people. I wondered why they were stuck behind the glass. Then it occurred to me what they were, that they weren’t real, no matter how lifelike they looked. I… Continue Reading “Magic and Mannequins – A Poem”

Joy and Light – A Poem

You are a light and brightness personified. You are joy and comfort made real. You are strength and support given form. As you take another step along your path, we are all celebrating with you, as our lives are made better for knowing you.… Continue Reading “Joy and Light – A Poem”

Mastering Self – A Poem

“What is MS?” I was stunned that he didn’t know. I lived with it inside of me every day, every minute. I carried it like a stone or wore it like a shroud. “Seriously? You don’t know?” The truth was, neither did I. It… Continue Reading “Mastering Self – A Poem”

In Time – A Poem

I was in a shop that sold time. The shop was filled with tick tocking and soft plinks as grains of sand hit against glass. All kinds of watches were on display. As I looked around the shop, I noticed the people within. They… Continue Reading “In Time – A Poem”