Tag: Love

Daddy, I Love and Trust You – The Wilted Rose Book Part 10

In Grace's childhood, she found solace in her father amidst the chaos of her mother's mental illness. While her father's strict religious beliefs shaped their lives, he provided love and protection, allowing Grace to feel safe. Each night, she would sneak onto his lap to escape her fears. The accompanying poem reflects her trust in him and the expectations of obedience ingrained in her from a young age. Though Grace lived with the challenges of her mother's absence, her father’s support was crucial for her emotional survival during this difficult time in the 1960s.

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Goodbye My Love – The Wilted Rose Book Part 6

Sarah and George, feeling secure in their relationship, decide to take the next step and get engaged. However, they face unexpected challenges when it comes to Sarah's parents' acceptance of George, particularly due to religious beliefs. During a heartfelt proposal, George kneels and asks Sarah to marry him, yet she hesitates, torn by the fear of her family's disapproval. Ultimately, she declines, leading to an emotional breakdown filled with regret and sorrow. This moment leaves them both questioning their future and the deep affection they share. The story continues, hinting at unresolved tensions and the complexity of love.

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Imprisoned by God’s Love – A prisoner’s transformative journey of faith

The poet recounts a transformative encounter as a prison chaplain in a high-security facility. During a visit, a heavily tattooed young prisoner expresses a sudden urgency to learn about Jesus after experiencing a compelling voice urging him to seek help. Despite his past indifference towards religion, the prisoner listens intently and finds hope in God's love and forgiveness. After accepting the faith and receiving a Bible, he begins to pray and read nightly, attending church weekly and fostering friendships with other Christians. Despite ongoing struggles, he gains peace and purpose through his newfound beliefs.

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The True Value of Free Gifts: Quality Time and Talents

This poem emphasizes the priceless nature of free gifts, particularly the value of giving time and sharing talents with others. It emphasizes the significance of meaningful gestures over material possessions. The also enThis post emphasizes the priceless nature of free gifts, particularly the value of giving time and sharing talents with others. It emphasizes the significance of meaningful gestures over material possessions during the holiday season. The poet encourages sharing one's skills, experiences, and positive qualities with others. The message promotes the idea that the best gift you can offer is yourself. It encourages sharing one's skills, experiences, and positive qualities with others. The message promotes the idea that the best gift you can offer is yourself.

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Far Away for Christmas

The poem reflects on spending Christmas away from family, embracing the situation, and finding joy in simple moments. It describes attending church, spending time with loved ones, and reflecting on the past year. Despite the distance, there's a sense of hope for reuniting in the future. The poem captures the spirit of making the best of the holiday season apart from family.

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Back to the Garden – The Christmas Story Part 10

The Story of Jesus Christ, from the Garden of Eden to the new divine garden, symbolizes hope and renewal. Through His life and sacrifice, He offers salvation, healing, and a promise of a new world free from suffering. Christians await His return, striving to embody His love and mercy in the world.

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The enticing allure of love

The verse captures the enchanting nature of love, likening it to a mesmerizing web that ensnares individuals with its allure. It emphasizes the duality of love, both the excitement and the challenges of embarking on a new romance. Love's threads shining in the light of attraction highlights the magnetic pull it has on people, drawing them closer. The idea that once one engages with this web of love, they become entangled in its irresistible grasp, making it an enticing yet complex experience.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Happy Stepmother’s Day

My dad remarried at 75 years of age, a few years after my mother's death, which followed a lifetime of caring for my mentally ill mum. My step-mum is such a blessing so late in my dad's life. Dad is now 90 years old and still happily married to my step-mum. It's never too late... Continue Reading →

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A Love Letter from Mum

This poem reflects on a mother's advice to her young adult children. The poet expresses love and regrets while encouraging the children to embrace life, learn from experiences, and cherish relationships. The poem emphasizes love, honesty, kindness, resilience, and the pursuit of meaningful experiences. She hopes her children find peace, joy, and love in life.

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A daughter’s care – Ruth and Naomi -Women of the Bible

Naomi and Ruth faced tragedy as famine struck their land. After losing their husbands, Ruth chose to stay by Naomi's side, demonstrating unwavering loyalty. Ruth's dedication and hard work captured the attention of Boaz who eventually married her, leading to the lineage of Jesus Christ. This story is a testament to selfless love and faith.

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ANZAC DAY Prayer

On this ANZAC Day, I have recorded the Anglican Church of Australia Prayer Book prayer so we can pray for our defence and police forces at this troubled time of war in Ukraine and fighting around the world. Also in Australia and around the pacific area, our Australian defence force is helping victims recover from... Continue Reading →

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Footprints of Love

This poem reminiscues fond memories of family, friends, and lovers, comparing them to footprints along the shore. The author emphasizes the lasting impact of love, symbolized by footprints stamped on the heart.

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Distant Family and Friends

This poem reminisces about the distance separating them from faraway loved ones, capturing the bittersweet nature of long-distance relationships. The poem reflects on missed opportunities, yearning for more frequent connections, and the enduring comfort of cherished memories. Despite physical separation, the poet expresses gratitude and hope for future reunions, emphasizing the significance of treasured relationships.

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God Touched My Mind and Opened My Eyes

God's peace has touched my wounded eyes And soothed my pain with His love and grace No greater gift could He have given Than open my eyes to see Jesus Christ. A verse from my poem 'Once I was Blind, But Now I See' Beverley Joy of Simply Story Poetry

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God’s Bullet Proof Steal Armour

God's wings of love Are not weak like feathers But as strong as bullet proof steal armour Yet as flexible, warm and soft as feathers To completely emcompass and comfort us. A verse from my poem 'God Protects Us as a Mother Hen Protects Her Chicks - Psalm 91 Beverley Joy of Simply Story Poetry

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Love Rumbles its Message to Mankind

Love rumbles its message to mankind "If you swim against me, you will tire and fail Come, swim with me, embrace the journey Flow with love's Golden Rule of life" A verse from my poem 'Love Flows Like A River' Beverley Joy of Simply Story Poetry You can BUY my poems and verses on a... Continue Reading →

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The River of Love Will Find a Way

Love flows like a river out into our world It will not be stopped by the obstacles of life We can slow it down or hold it back for a time But the river of love will find a way through or around. A verse from my poem 'Love Flows As A River' Beverley Joy... Continue Reading →

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