I love you dad, you've been my rock Constant, reliable, forgiving and fun You gave us the best years of your life Your money, time, wisdom and faith May God bless you dad, this Father's Day. A verse from my poem 'God, Bless You Dad.' Beverley Joy of Simply Story Poetry You can BUY my... Continue Reading →
Next time fear you come to visit me I'll introduce you to my new friend She's bold and brave, her name is COURAGE. From my poem 'Hello Fear' Beverley Joy of Simply Story Poetry BUY my poems and verses at beverleyjoy.redbubble.com
Thank you, fear, for showing me The depth of my inner strength, For igniting my curiosity to explore This strength, more creatively. From my poem 'Hello Fear' Beverley Joy of Simply Story Poetry BUY my poems and verses at beverleyjoy.redbubble.com Image by Lothar Dieterich from Pixabay
God feeds and nourishes my heart and soul To cleanse my thoughts, to quench my thirst To grow my trust and love of Him To remind me of His power and strength. A verse from my poem 'The Valley's Secret' Beverley Joy of Simply Story Poetry You can BUY my poems and verses at beverleyjoy.redbubble.com... Continue Reading →
God controls and directs His Living Water That flows and roars loud and strong Through the weir of my heart and soul To flood my 'valley' with his presence and peace. A verse from my poem 'The Valley's Secret' Beverley Joy of Simply Story Poetry BUY my poems and verses at beverleyjoy.redbubble.com
If my mind can create a powerful force as fear, What else can my mind create for me? I'm now curious to develop This powerful force, within my mind. From my poem 'Hello Fear' Beverley Joy of Simply Story Poetry You can BUY my poems and verses at beverleyjoy.redbubble.com Image by Maryam62 from Pixabay
"How great is our God in all the earth" The words fall out in awesome praise His might and splendour I can see His presence felt in the early spring breeze. A verse from my poem "The Valley's Secret' Beverley Joy of Simply Story Poetry You can BUY my poems and verses at beverleyjoy.redbubble.com
Fear likes to come and go in and out of my life But, I won’t let fear overwhelm me anymore Now that I understand that when fear is with me Fear helps me see the power of my mind. From my poem 'Hello Fear' Beverley Joy of Simply Story Poetry You can BUY my poems... Continue Reading →
Sleep, natural sleep You've existed since the dawn of time Yet, my life is but a blink of your eye Teach me your secret, known by plants and creatures How to sync in unison with your natural way. A verse from my poem 'The Love of Sleep' Beverley Joy of Simply Story Poetry BUY my... Continue Reading →
Sleep, estranged sleep Why don't you be my friend? What did I do to send you away? I'm sorry, turn back, face me again. A verse from my poem 'The Love of Sleep' Beverley Joy of Simply Story Poetry You can BUY my poems and verses at beverleyjoy.redbubble.com Image by OpenClipart-Vectors from Pixabay
This poem confronts the fear of rejection. The poet invites fear to walk alongside, acknowledging its power and the potential for inner strength. Embracing fear as a catalyst for growth, the poem concludes with a newfound friendship with courage.
Let us sit together and reconcile I'll change my life, follow your advice I need you or I will die Love me, sleep, for you I cry. A verse from my poem 'The Love of Sleep' Beverley Joy of Simply Story Poetry You can BUY my poems and verses at beverleyjoy.redbubble.com Image by Mystic Art... Continue Reading →
Sleep, precious sleep I need you, my body aches for you Why do you punish me so? Why cause me such pain? A verse from my poem 'The Love of Sleep' Beverley Joy of Simply Story Poetry You can BUY my poems and verses at beverleyjoy.redbubble.com Image by Enrique Meseguer from Pixabay
Sleep, gracious sleep I'm sorry for abusing you By abusing my boy and time Lacking respect for what you need Drowning you with chemicals. A verse from my poem 'The Love of Sleep' Beverley Joy of Simply Story Poetry You can BUY my poems and verses at beverleyjoy.redbubble.com Image by Leandro De Carvalho from Pixabay
Sleep, elusive sleep Where are you when I need you? You play a cruel game of 'hide and seek' I cannot find you in the dark. A verse from my poem 'The Love of Sleep'. Beverley Joy of Simply Story Poetry You can BUY my poems and verses at beverleyjoy.redbubble.com Image by Ajay Kumar Singh... Continue Reading →
A yoke of obedience that Jesus Bore while He lived among us Heavy with pain even to death To free us from our yoke of regret. A verse from my poem 'Come To Me, My Burden is Light.' Beverley Joy of Simply Story Poetry Image by jplenio from Pixabay
All who groan from the burden of sin The guilt and power it holds over them Bad memories that flash through our daydreams We are invited to rest in Him. A verse from my poem 'Come To Me, My Burden is Light.' Beverley Joy of Simply Story Poetry Image by PublicDomainPictures from Pixabay
Too often we live in the future; regretting the past Busy today on meaningless tasks Special moments with family and friends Blossom and fade as we rush away. Each moment in time offers an opportunity To choose how we react to what is happening As the hands of time control our daily lives, Sync in... Continue Reading →
When we hold loosely The Rose of Time It falls out of our control due to our lack of a plan Time ticks on through interruptions Energy wanes from frustration. Hold gently The Rose of Time Admir its commanding splendour And its relentless perfection Accept time's methodical tone. A verse from my poem The Rose... Continue Reading →
Jesus says "Come to Me all who are weary and heavy-burdened" Weighed down by guilt and shame Regretful mistakes we've made. A verse from my poem 'Come to Me, My Burden is Light.' Beverley Joy of Simply Story Poetry
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