This is a collection of poems I have been writing for family and friends.
*Thankful For All That I've Got: was written in honor of my father who is no longer with us. And a baby sister that died just a couple of hours old.
*Friends Like Us: Was written for a friend of mine that has made a big difference in my life. Thanks Maddie.
*A Lesson On Living: Once again I have to thank my friend Maddie for this one. She has been an inspiration in my life and am grateful she is in it.
*I Can't Believe: This is for my husband who has gone through so much when my depression was at an all time low. And he stuck by my side without complaint.
*Proud Of My Sons: All I can say is I have a right to be. They are two of the finest young men I know. And yes I am a bit biased where they are concerned.
*I Thank You Fates: This one is also for my husband, I am so very grateful to have him in my life.
*Just Like You: I wrote this one for Allison, who is a 19 year old girl that is handicapped.
*My Family And Me: My family has always been there for me no matter what the problem might be, and I will also be there for them whenever they need me. I have 2 sister, 4 brothers and my mother that are still with us.
*You Are The One: I have one daughter in law. And this is for her. She is a sweetie and we are happy to have her as part of this family.
*Family: A little bit of an autobiography I wanted to include all my family in one poem and this was the result.
*Home Is Where: I was thinking about growing up on a farm while writing this. Life was so simple and carefree. I can't go back to the farm, but I can always go home to see family.
*Branches Of The Family Tree: This was written for an aunt and uncle how recently lost a daughter who was right about my age when she died.
*Special Friendship: Once again I have Maddie to thank for this one. Having known her for 4 years now she has become one of my best friends. Thanks Maddie for everything you have done for me.
*Just For A While: I believe we all need to let out that inner child once in a while, it can keep us happy and make life exciting.
*A Rainbow: This I wrote for a girl named Allison. She is truly a special girl.
*My Husband: My husband came into my life at time when I had given up on any and all men. I never thought to find a decent one much less one that I would want to spend the rest of my life with.
*Why I Love You So: In my husband I really do believe I have met my soul mate, it's a wonderful feeling.
*To One Of My Brothers: One of my brothers is going through a difficult time right now. I just really wanted to let him know how much he means to me. And that he can always rely on our family.
*Gods Storm: For anyone who ever feared storms.
*My Friend: This is for Paula. You have become a very good friend of mine, despite a difficult start, I am sorry for the misunderstandings.
*Here's To You Mom: I can only hope that everyone mother is as loving and kind as mine. That is the greatest gift in the world.
*Throw Out Your Faults: I was thinking about myself when I wrote this one. I know that if I could only admit all my faults out loud I would be a better person. But I'm not that brave.
*Depression: Living with depression is never an easy thing to do. Fortunately I have a terrific support system with my family and friends. I thank God that I survived to figure that one out. And apologize for all the grief I caused anyone.
*Itty Bitty Ditty: Those three words were actually stuck in my head. Only way to get them out was to get a pen and see where they went. Interesting to say the least.
*Life With Depression (rewritten from Depression): After a little advice from a friend, I decided to take out unnecessary words and redo the last phrase completely. I left the original on this site so you can compare the two and decide for yourself which you like better.
*What Have You Done To Me: Thanks Maddie.. She really did tell me I was not going out in public with her in the shirt I had on. I have to admit it really was ugly. That was just the start of changes that came about in me after that statement.
*Together Forever: For my husband, he is my heart and my life.
*The Best Kind Of Friend: Once again Maddie has inspired another poem. She is the best friend I've ever had.
*It's All Up To Me: We all have hopes and dreams. Go for the happiness over possessions.
*Jealousy: I love my husband more than life itself. But what is it with this jealousy stuff, huh?
*Yesterday, Today And Tomorrow: I look forward to every tomorrow I have with my husband. I live for today. And cherish all my yesterdays.
*Forgive: I think we all need to have at least one special friend, one that can forgive almost anything. Thank you Maddie for being that friend.
*Dear Sis: Mary was born 10 years before I was. She died the same day she was born. But still, I feel the lost in the family.
*While You Are Asleep: My husband often says he dreams about me.
*One True Friend: Most people are lucky to have that one true friend. If you have more than one consider yourself truly blessed.
*Worlds Best Mother: Only thing I can say is- I love you Mom.
*Ours: For myself and my husband. We have been given a very good life together.
*Sharing Love: It's as the poem says- this is how we live.
*-Light: I wanted to write something about the passing of a day, and with the word light stuck in my head, this is what I ended up with.
*Little Car: I was sitting here thinking about all the running I do taking friends places, I decided to try to make a childrens poem out of it. This is the result.
*Color Me A Rainbow: This is how I see my life discribed with colors.
*Little One: Looking at pictures of when I was a child, thinking of how easy life was then.
*Natures Song and Dance: I have been having fun trying to write childrens poems. Hope you like them.
*My Mom My Best Friend: I heva always felt that my mom has been my very best friend. She always was, is and will forever be the best of everthing to me. I Love You Mom.
