The attention and thrill of first attraction. Feelings of vulnerablity and uncertainty together with excitement and pleasure.
The Thrill of First Attraction – The Wilted Rose Book Part 19
Mirroring the beauty and pain of a rose to that of life – The Wilted Rose Book Part 17
Grace moves to Melbourne, leaving behind the chaos of her strict upbringing, in pursuit of love and happiness. She embraces a new life with Alex, mirroring the beauty and pain of a rose. The fragrant flower becomes a metaphor for her poem enduring hardships to bloom into fullness, just as she does.
Teenage daughter waiting to leave home – The Wilted Rose Book Part 16
Teenage daughter looking for work so she can stop living with her mentally ill mother
Teenage daughter coping with her mother’s mental illness – The Wilted Rose Book Part 15
Sarah goes to hospital for shock treatment for her depression
Help for the family of a mentally ill mother – The Wilted Rose Book Part 14
Sarah's husband seeks medical help for his mentally ill wife.
Teenage daughter affected by her mother’s mental health – The Wilted Rose Book Part 13
Teenage daughter coping with her mother's mental illhealth.
The effects of a mother’s mental health on her daughter – The Wilted Rose Book Part 12
A teenager coping with her mother's mental illness.
Her Mother is Mentally Ill – The Wilted Rose Book Part 11
Daughter finds mother unconscious on the floor in family home.
Daddy, I Love and Trust You – The Wilted Rose Book Part 10
The love and trust a daughter has for her father.
The Harmony of Life is Out of Tune – The Wilted Rose Book Part 9
The need for community support for families grieving the loss of a loved one.
Her infant dies – The Wilted Rose Book Part 8
The death of her baby son and the grief of his young sister.
The Wedding – The Wilted Rose Book Part 7
Introduction: The true story continues with Sarah standing in front of the mirror in a wedding dress. Who is she marrying? What happened between George and Sarah? Did Sarah change her mind? And who is Jack? Beverley Joy Book Excerpt - The Wilted Rose Part 2 - The Rose Blossom: Sarah had seen many different... Continue Reading →
Goodbye My Love – The Wilted Rose Book Part 6
Introduction: The true story continues with Sarah and George feeling comfortable and familiar in their relationship. It felt like the time was right to move to the next level and get engaged. How will Sarah's parents react to George asking them for Sarah's hand in marriage? Will they accept him into their family circle? Sarah... Continue Reading →
A Perfect World – The Wilted Rose Book Part 5
Man and woman falling in love for the first time.
The Door of Love – The Wilted Rose Book Part 4
Sarah opens her heart's door to his confessed love for her.
The Musical Notes of First Love – The Wilted Rose Book Part 3
Sarah, now a young adult falls in love for the first time.
Dawn Riding – The Wilted Rose Book Part 2
The true story of the early years of Sarah, back in the 1940s, from The Wilted Rose book
The Rose Bud – The Wilted Rose Book Part 1
This excerpt introduces "The Wilted Rose," a novel based on the true story of Sarah, set in post-war Queensland, Australia. The story follows her experiences growing up on a dairy farm. The vivid description captures the beauty and challenges of rural life, setting the stage for Sarah's journey. The novel is accompanied by songs that reflect its themes.
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.
Simply Story Poetry 