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 →
Friendship
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.
Post It
I post for 'instagramification' A line from my poem Read or listen to the full poem My Funny Blog Journey Beverley Joy of Simply Story Poetry Photo by Noelle Otto from Pexels
The Stranger Within Her
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.
God Knows Firsthand Your Pain
The poem reflects on Jesus' own experiences of pain and suffering, aiming to bring comfort to those experiencing grief and guilt after the loss of a loved one. It emphasizes God's understanding of human pain and the promise of peace and strength through faith. The poem encourages trusting in God's grace.
My Garden of Poems
This poem invites readers to join a poetic journey through fragrant blossoms of hope and varied themes. The poet describes engaging with her poetry as a walk through a garden, offering a range of emotions and experiences.
What a Blog of a Journey
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.
Simply Puzzling
In creating this site, I've collected puzzling words. We shuffle life's pieces, seeking quick solutions or patiently putting them together.