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Ending a Decade of Love
Woman deciding to leave her husband after receiving bad news about him.
I’m Moving On
It is a challenge deciding what to take and what to leave behind. I felt a mixture of excitement and anxiety. I could only take a few changes of clothes and only the essentials for every other part of my life. I accepted the challenge to live a minimalist life and live without all their material possessions. I soon felt free of the clutter of their previous life which allowed my mind to open up and I started to write poetry.
My love boat is moored to you
This poem compares love to a moored boat, symbolizing security and support in life's ups and downs. The poem expresses feeling safe and secure in the harbor of love, facing life's challenges with the constant support of each other.
Let’s
The content describes the joy of simple, nature-filled moments in love. Whether watching a sunrise, walking through a garden, or swimming in the ocean, the focus is on cherishing each other and the beauty of nature. The author emphasizes that precious memories are created without the need for extravagant things.
The Journey of True Love
The post reflects a personal journey of love and its evolution from youth to maturity. It emphasizes the importance of cherishing love's good times and learning from past experiences. The poet hopes to find true love again, inspired by her father's experience. The analogy of love as a diamond and a rose illustrates its transformative and enduring nature.
The Poetry of Love
This poem likens love to nature and music. Love, depicted as a timeless melody and blooming roses, transcends physical bounds. The verses convey unconditional love, intertwining emotions, thoughts, and touch.
Love is Living Art
This poem captures the essence of falling in love, whether it's the excitement of youthful infatuation or the enduring love of maturity. The poet reflects on her own experiences emphasizing the belief that it's never too late to fully embrace love. The poem celebrates the transformative and inspiring nature of love, encouraging people to embrace love fully. The poem paints a picture of love as living art, inspiring and challenging us to step beyond our comfort zones.
Steal Away A Moment in Time
In the early stages of love, intense emotions consume us, often distracting from daily tasks. As time passes, the frequency of these emotions may diminish, but stolen moments continue to nourish the romance. The poem reflects on the desire for intimacy and connection amidst life's busyness.
Saying ”I Am Too Busy” is a Cover-Up
This poem recounts a life spent focused on helping others, neglecting their own talents and goals, realizing this behavior was rooted in fear of criticism for their creative work. By confronting this fear, the poet now prioritize sharing her poetry while still helping others, but in a balanced manner. The message urges others not to use age or circumstances as excuses and highlights the importance of pursuing personal goals. The poet encourages readers to start now and live with curiosity and wonder.
Protected: A Tribute to Clare
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The Door to Wisdom
Wisdom is not limited to religion; it stems from life challenges and education. It involves knowledge, good judgment, and applying it to actions. Seeking wisdom is a continual journey, learning from others and experiences. Embracing wisdom leads to freedom from ignorance and a purposeful life. Commitment and conscious choices are key to walking through the door of wisdom.
Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness sake?
The Beatitudes, taught by Jesus, show a pattern of spiritual growth. Followers face persecution and insults, but find strength through God. This pattern leads to understanding and compassion for others. This poem explores the depth of these teachings and the challenges faced by those who follow them.
Blessed areย the Peacemakers?
The poem emphasizes the importance of being peacemakers and fostering peace in our homes, communities, and the world. It encourages seeking wisdom, resolving conflicts, and cultivating right relationships. The poem emphasizes the role of peacemakers in creating a harmonious and peaceful coexistence, drawing references from biblical teachings.
Let’s Talk Self-Talk
A poem about how I changed my negative self-talk for positive self-talk
Her Fragrant Love for Jesus – Women of the Bible
This poem depicts the story of a woman's extravagant act of pouring expensive oil over Jesus' head and feet. Despite criticism, Jesus praises her love and forgiveness, contrasting it with the judgment of others. The story highlights Jesus' mercy and grace, showcasing the power of love and devotion in the face of societal scorn.
The Unchangeability of Change
Change is an inevitable and unpredictable part of life that can bring fear and discomfort, yet also excitement and new experiences. Embracing change takes courage, leading to new adventures and opportunities. Whether eagerly embraced or forced upon us, change confronts us continuously, impacting happiness in different ways for each individual.
Blessed areย the Pure in Heart?
The poem emphases the longing for spiritual fulfillment amidst earthly struggles. It highlights the sincerity and obedience of the pure in heart, echoing the desire for God's purity and the return to a state of divine harmony. Through faith and action, Christians anticipate the coming Messiah and the fulfillment of God's righteous reign.
Born as a New Page in an Empty Journal
We start with empty pages in our book of life, filled with experiences and teachings. As we grow, we question and may choose to change our script, influenced by our circumstances and new generations. Our learned behaviors can be unlearned or improved to shape our lives. Life is like writing in a journal.
Blessed areย the Merciful?
The concept of mercy is compared to the Japanese art of Kintsugi, embracing and repairing brokenness. Extending mercy involves showing compassion, forgiveness, and kindness to others, even when it's not deserved. This selfless act mirrors God's mercy towards us and reflects the character of a believer in God. Jesus exemplified mercy by caring for the marginalized without expecting anything in return.