poetry
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Crimson’s Creative Challenge #138
Crazy Love Hiding behind my leafy cover Looking for that crazy lover, Waiting patient with baited breath Hoping I don’t cause his death Popping out to yell, “Surprise!” Startled, he falls and covers his eyes “Get up silly, it’s only me!” Hugs me then, calls ME crazy! My we are a likely pair. Together we… Continue reading
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WOD Challenge 04-05-21 Sometimes I Am
Sometimes, I listen to the silence Peppered with birdsong The ticking of the clock The faraway whistle of a train Soaking it all in Before the noise of the day Drowns me in chaos In the silence I just am I can be thoughtful Mindful Introspective Happy Productive Peaceful Restful One with God Ready to… Continue reading
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WOD Challenge 03-29-21 Purity
Where does your mind first go when you think of purity? Chasteness? Or maybe something different, like “freedom from adulteration or contamination.” What about babies? Or angels? Tell me your thoughts on purity, Clean water running so freely, Babies playing innocently, Angels flying on unbroken wings, Virgins mindful of virtuous things, That’s where my mind… Continue reading
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CCC #120 Natures Comforts
Nature’s Comforts Take a seat in my moss grown comfort Let me caress you with softness Close your eyes and listen to my cacophony of birdsong Smell the green growth of Spring, the promise of tomorrow Relax in my arms and let me comfort your soul Christina says: Welcome to my weekly challenge—open to all—just… Continue reading
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We Have Science to Thank 02-21-21
Well, today’s WOD Challenge word is science, which is appropriate after the week we have all experienced nationwide. I guess for good or bad, we have science to thank for the advancement of the human race, but remember, nothing would have been possible without God. I tried my hand at an acrostic poem explaining the… Continue reading
Twisted Trunk Travels 