The poem expresses gratitude to those who supported the family during a difficult time. It highlights their understanding, care, and loyalty, likening them to resilient flowers. The speaker feels blessed to have such individuals in their lives, acknowledging their immeasurable value.
This poem celebrates love in everyday interactions, emphasizing the value of gentleness, understanding, and acceptance. It encourages caring, laughter, and fairness in relationships, while also acknowledging and respecting differences. The poet, Beverley Joy, conveys the power of love through unspoken gestures and genuine connections in this heartfelt piece.
This poem highlights the importance of seeking and granting forgiveness in relationships. The need for humility and understanding, encouraging individuals to apologize for past hurts and work towards healing and reconciliation. The poem promotes the freeing and empowering nature of forgiveness, urging individuals to rise above conflicts and embrace higher thoughts and achievements.
This poem explores the diverse ways people perceive and experience happiness. It touches on themes of wealth, relationships, personal values, and inner contentment. The author encourages both seekers and finders of happiness to share and cherish it. The poem reflects on the existential nature of happiness and its various sources.
This poem emphasizes the value of our bodies and the priceless gifts we possess. It encourages self-reflection and emphasizes the importance of sharing our wealth with others. The author links the theme to childhood memories and highlights the significance of giving simple yet invaluable gifts, such as a listening ear and quality time.
INTRO: I wrote this poem in 2012 in the beautiful seaside township of Mandarah, Western Australia. It was at a time when public conversations were surfacing around what was appropriate and inappropriate touching in the workplace and public places. Now in 2021, giving someone a hug has been further removed from our culture, due to... Continue Reading →
The poem encapsulates the timeless ease and authenticity of close relationships. It celebrates the freedom of familiarity, mutual respect, and genuine connection without pretense. Through poetic verses, Joy honors the non-transactional nature of true friendship, where individuals uplift and support each other with sincerity.
The poem reflects a woman's journey through abusive relationships into self-discovery. After walking out and finding strength, she transforms into a confident, educated, and supported individual.
This is a playful poem about the poet's novice experience with WordPress. The poem humorously reflects on the unfamiliar words and actions she encountered, using clever wordplay and rhymes. The poem expresses her hope for connection and invites listeners to engage with her work.
In creating this site, I've collected puzzling words. We shuffle life's pieces, seeking quick solutions or patiently putting them together.
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