A Thankful Giving (Short Story) - 11/8/2017 6:29:33 PM
You took me back to barns and jumping in that pokey and not so soft hay!! LOL!! My parents had friends who lived on farms and I loved going to them! Oh, you could really get me going on the happy memories I'm experiencing right now! Thank you!!
Love ya!
Jane
A Thankful Giving (Short Story) - 11/8/2017 10:46:42 AM
What wonderful memories. Thank you for sharing!
A Thankful Giving (Short Story) - 11/6/2017 6:30:44 AM
A great little story of then and now. I can relate to the then, but not to the now. I recall the screen door slamming issue that my mother never cured me of. Did my share of barn jumping as well. I felt the same way about marshmallows but loved sweet potatoes because we only got them at Thanksgiving living in the North. Speaking of that, more than once we couldn't go to my aunt and uncle's farm because the snow was too deep or it was too icy. Bummer! And we didn't have pecan trees but we usually had a bowl of nuts where we could crack pecans.
Ron
A Thankful Giving (Short Story) - 11/6/2017 4:38:37 AM
I have very similar fond memories of both sets of my grandparents, thank you for sharing the memory
A Thankful Giving (Short Story) - 11/6/2017 1:51:36 AM
Your vivid details brought me back with you. There's nothing like the slam of a screen door.
The Lawn Gloves (Short Story) - 10/25/2017 6:08:25 AM
I have similar memories, thank you for reminding me
The Lawn Gloves (Short Story) - 10/25/2017 4:07:38 AM
A fond memory of the hard work of your youth. And what a lovely artifact that wheelbarrow is! If it hadn't been turned over like that the bottom of the wheelbarrow would have collected water in rain and rotted out a long time ago.
I remember using a wheelbarrow a time or two myself and found it difficult to balance heavy loads over uneven ground. Made me recall my 18-year-old neighbor who built a extension on the family barn. After building a framework for the stone walls, he carried large stones up a plank to the top of the frame and filled it in every foot or so. And then, he would fill the wheelbarrow with concrete that he mixed and run that wheelbarrow up a plank to the top of the wall to pour concrete around the stone. The wall eventually reached about 10 feet off the ground at the end. An amazing strength and balance!
Ron
The Lawn Gloves (Short Story) - 10/25/2017 1:58:45 AM
I enjoyed your recollection--reminded me of all the blisters I'd gotten from yard work. I've also gone through numerous pairs of gardening gloves.
The Lawn Gloves (Short Story) - 10/24/2017 12:15:40 PM
You would be a millionaire, my friend!! 'Enjoyed the nostalgia in this story so much!
Love ya!
Jane
Emerald Cove (Short Story) - 6/20/2017 7:51:32 AM
a fine write and tribute to a father
Emerald Cove (Short Story) - 6/16/2017 5:48:01 AM
I am in love with "Emerald Cove"!!!! I agree with Eva. This write should become part of its history. 'Love it, my friend!
Love ya!
Jane
Emerald Cove (Short Story) - 6/16/2017 5:31:21 AM
It is certainly wonderful to have a family place together like this. And for it to be held for generations. Remembering many Father's Days with joy.
My parents owned a place on a flowage in North Central Wisconsin for over 20 years. We gathered there often, but some of us were too far away to come for Father's Day, needing longer time off for Memorial Day, the Fourth of July or Labor Day. Unfortunately, although I asked them to sell it to us, their children, they sold it to use the money for a comfortable retirement.
Ron
Emerald Cove (Short Story) - 6/15/2017 2:49:21 PM
Lovely! This should be framed and hung in your cabin.
Saving Jake! (Short Story) - 5/23/2012 8:20:48 AM
Wonderful story, Karen; well done!
((HUGS))) and love, your friend in Texas, Karen Lynn. :D
Saving Jake! (Short Story) - 5/23/2012 2:00:25 AM
Karen,
I simply loved this story, your choices of description were flawless. On a personal note I am very happy Jake continues tp brighten you families lives.
Budd
Saving Jake! (Short Story) - 5/22/2012 11:17:32 AM
Spirit guides are always with us, they told you what to do. Some people call this "their" inner voice as they have not recognized what it truly is yet. What the vet failed to do (re-hydrate him) spirit stepped in as it was not Jake's time yet. This is marvelous Karen, you listened and took action.
Bless you
Wonderful touching story that touched my heart.
Love and Light
Lily
Lighthouse Glow (Poetry) - 2/27/2018 2:13:56 AM
A BEAUTIFUL SHARING...ENJOYED. THANKS. LOVE, BLESSINGS AND FAITH...JOYCE * HIS INSPIRATIONS
Lighthouse Glow (Poetry) - 1/3/2018 9:50:16 PM
Memories comfort us in our advancing years. I'm happy when a precious memory pops into my head, one that I haven't thought about for awhile, and I can savor its effects.
Lighthouse Glow (Poetry) - 1/2/2018 8:37:03 PM
I can't think of a better memory builder than a lighthouse on a body of water against a setting sun. May you have many more memories right there.
Lighthouse Glow (Poetry) - 12/29/2017 5:41:47 PM
It sounds like you have so many special moments marked in your memory and soul. Dear friends remain in our cherished memory forever dear Karen, Thank you for sharing such a heart felt poem of love and remembrance. Have a great evening .
Lighthouse Glow (Poetry) - 12/29/2017 8:34:40 AM
The photo matches the poem beautifully. And the romantic nature of lighthouses always tend to bring fond memories.
My nephew asked me to write a poem about their favorite lighthouse for him and his bride. I wrote, Lighthouse of Love and posted here. It is one of my all-time most visited poems.
Ron
Lighthouse Glow (Poetry) - 12/28/2017 7:08:15 AM
There's a small pond near us that has a replica of a lighthouse on an island sitting in the middle of the pond, and I have memories of that place. This was beautiful and brought back those memories of mine.
Lighthouse Glow (Poetry) - 12/28/2017 6:34:49 AM
Karen,
A beautiful poem to so many memories
treasured.
Lady Mary Ann
Lighthouse Glow (Poetry) - 12/28/2017 3:36:43 AM
I know Lake Ray Hubbard, fine memories
Wrapped in Lights (Poetry) - 12/26/2017 5:28:29 PM
Karen,
You've wrapped a light show
about your verses.
Love the idea.
Lady Mary Ann
Wrapped in Lights (Poetry) - 12/26/2017 1:21:48 PM
Very uplifting, Karen! Thank you for sharing.
Love and best wishes,
Regis
Wrapped in Lights (Poetry) - 12/24/2017 10:37:14 AM
So very cool, girl!! 'Love it! Merry Christmas!!!!!!
Love ya!
Jane
Wrapped in Lights (Poetry) - 12/24/2017 4:36:08 AM
It's fun to see neighborhoods all lit up this time of year, especially if there is snow to reflect the light. I never took the time regarding the competition. Your idea of using stuff you have around to light up is wonderful. Why go find some store-bought things to light up when we have creativity right at home.
Ron
Wrapped in Lights (Poetry) - 12/23/2017 11:46:45 AM
Light 'em up, and be a bright sight.
The Rhythm of the Rain... (Poetry) - 12/22/2017 11:59:46 AM
That is very insightful; I agree "This time is yours and much too dear". Very good write.
Wrapped in Lights (Poetry) - 12/22/2017 10:42:06 AM
You betcha, Karen, light up tha joint!!!
Autumn Leaves (Poetry) - 12/22/2017 6:35:14 AM
I, too, love autumn. The reasons are too many to list here, but I've written about some as well. Enjoyed your write which brought back memories.
Hindsight (Poetry) - 12/17/2017 1:33:52 PM
I am sorry for this, luckily I have not experienced this yet
Hindsight (Poetry) - 12/16/2017 11:28:39 AM
I can only imagine what you're going through. My mother is about to become 93 and still very sharp of mind.
Ron
Hindsight (Poetry) - 12/14/2017 3:51:09 PM
I, too, am able to relate as the family took care of my father while we watched Alzheimer's disease devour him.
Love ya!
Jane
Hindsight (Poetry) - 12/14/2017 10:08:03 AM
I can relate, Karen; towards the end, my father did not know us anymore. Love and best wishes,
Regis
Hindsight (Poetry) - 12/14/2017 7:52:42 AM
My mom also had dementia. I heard Alzheimer's described as someone going through a house and turning off lights one by one, and I found that to be an accurate description of this devastating disease, that I would not wish upon anybody. The thought of losing my mind terrifies me.
Hindsight (Poetry) - 12/13/2017 1:06:17 PM
My mother had dementia. She lived a separate life in her mind. She went back to younger times when she was able to cook and take care of her children. I was a young child in her mind. She found some comfort in these fantasies.
Hindsight (Poetry) - 12/13/2017 1:05:56 PM
A very thoughtful perspective on life
told with love and understanding.
Nicely done.
Life is a Gift (Poetry) - 12/1/2017 9:15:19 AM
Very lovely poetry!
Peace, love and light,
Amber
An Angel Saunters (Poetry) - 12/1/2017 9:14:40 AM
Karen,
I love this poem. I am an ocean person also. Angels definitely walk upon the shore!
Much peace, love and light,
Amber
An Angel Saunters (Poetry) - 11/28/2017 1:29:14 PM
'Love this so much, Karen! I can feel the message on this poem! Beautiful!!
Love ya!
Jane
An Angel Saunters (Poetry) - 11/25/2017 10:23:27 AM
San Onofre has a special place in my heart, thank you for reminding me today
An Angel Saunters (Poetry) - 11/24/2017 10:25:27 AM
A different sort of Thanksgiving… On the beach, remembering…
Ron
An Angel Saunters (Poetry) - 11/24/2017 7:20:25 AM
Beautiful thoughts for a special day.
An Angel Saunters (Poetry) - 11/23/2017 11:23:48 AM
Beautiful and serene thoughts for the holidays.
An Angel Saunters (Poetry) - 11/23/2017 11:00:58 AM
Lovely verses that bring to mind apt and timely thoughts and emotions. Thank you for sharing, Karen. Love and best wishes and Happy Thanksgiving,
Regis
Enhance the Soul (Poetry) - 11/16/2017 4:01:31 PM
I'm with Susan. I want to go to this serene place and truly relax! 'Sounds wonderful!
Love ya!
Jane
The Stars (Poetry) - 11/14/2017 10:00:44 PM
The stars have infrared sensors, all the way down in the deep.
The Stars (Poetry) - 11/14/2017 7:15:17 AM
I wish I may.
I wish I might.
Turn off the lights,
so I can see the stars at night.
The Stars (Poetry) - 11/13/2017 2:54:53 PM
Budd has the "corner" for stargazing! Oh, by the way, I just made a wish! Lovely!
Love ya!
Jane
The Stars (Poetry) - 11/13/2017 9:49:32 AM
That was very cute and wishful.
When we came starfish after the stars, it is our common representative of the stars caused by their appearance in the refraction of the atmosphere. Stars are actually perfect spheres of seething fire and gas, unable to be extinguished for billions of years.
So you could include the snowflake with perfect starlike shape and glitter that sparkles from the surface of new fallen snow in the moonlight. Countless stars appearing right here on the frozen earth.
Ron
The Stars (Poetry) - 11/13/2017 9:39:56 AM
I too love to gaze at the stars and planets in the night sky. its why we live outside even the small city where we live in West Virginia. thank you for posting this
Enhance the Soul (Poetry) - 11/13/2017 8:05:33 AM
That would have to be California, the East Coast of Florida or islands and Outer Banks on the East Coast, the only places where the sun sets over the beach. I once woke up to watch the sunrise on a mild morning over the Gulf of Siam, only to find that I could see nothing in the dense fog and only here a cacophony of children arrived by buses shattering the silence of my morning communion with nature.
But as a poem, it touches our sentimentality wherever we are.
Ron
Enhance the Soul (Poetry) - 11/13/2017 3:01:03 AM
I find that at the Outer Banks every year..can't wait to be beck, reading your poem
Enhance the Soul (Poetry) - 11/12/2017 8:17:28 PM
Sounds beautiful. I'll meet you there.
Fireflies (Poetry) - 9/27/2017 1:28:25 PM
Great write about a fabulous fly! Now, most flies are a pest but this one is revered by all, big kids and small. I have not seen a firefly in ages. Perhaps they don't have them in Florida. Upstate NY they have thousands, here they have "love bugs" they look like fireflies but they don't glow in the dark. Oh well....
Fireflies (Poetry) - 9/26/2017 8:15:09 AM
I love Fireflies, and all natures creatures , I enjoyed this one a lot
Fireflies (Poetry) - 9/25/2017 11:45:35 AM
Karen~
The first fireflies of summer. Still a childl at heart
capturing the glow. Love this sweet flicker and glow
in my jar!
Fireflies (Poetry) - 9/25/2017 11:18:41 AM
You have brought back the childlike wonder at those tiny little lights in the air that I used to catch in jars and put on my nightstand.............I could go on!! Thank you for sharing a lovely sight! I enjoy them still.
Love ya!
Jane
Fireflies (Poetry) - 9/25/2017 11:03:07 AM
Beautiful words. Nature offers us works of art that we should stop and enjoy.
Fireflies (Poetry) - 9/25/2017 7:23:17 AM
One of those natural wonders that as children, so many of us have experienced. I'm not sure that capturing them in a jar with a metal top and nail holes punched in the top to give them air made any difference in the torture we gave those captured.
Like all creatures in nature. They are best when allowed to run free like this poem.
Ron
Fireflies (Poetry) - 9/25/2017 6:12:24 AM
Yeah, you're right, Karen. One of the wonderful wonders of nature is the firefly. I've been in love with them forever. Great write!
Sunday Echoes (Poetry) - 9/25/2017 4:55:54 AM
Karen, this is some lovely writing!! This poem takes me back to better times and places. This write is so very comforting. 'Enjoyed!
Love ya!
Jane
Fireflies (Poetry) - 9/25/2017 12:41:18 AM
I always loved fireflies, they always seemed to me like mystical creatures of the night. Thank you for sharing this lovely poem. The remembrance of them is great, Love and light xo
Sunday Echoes (Poetry) - 9/24/2017 4:39:52 PM
Nice. I bet if you close your eyes, you could see the family sitting around the table enjoying their meal. Old houses have charm and history.
Sunday Echoes (Poetry) - 9/24/2017 2:46:04 PM
Karen, your words stirred me completely. Relating what went on in that old farmhouse gave me shivers as I though of my grandfather and grandmother, both tied to a plot of Arkansas soil. I so loved this.
Sunday Echoes (Poetry) - 9/24/2017 7:03:16 AM
Sundays aside, one can almost envision what life was like during the heyday while visiting old structures that once were very vibrant with people doing ordinary things.
A few years ago my mother in her 80s, visited her long vacant childhood farmhouse and had déjà vu experiences when she found familiar artifacts left behind by former tenants that were part of her childhood there.
Ron
Sunday Echoes (Poetry) - 9/23/2017 5:02:41 PM
Karen~
Amazing grace how sweet the "Sunday Echoes."
Wonderful!
Lady Mary Ann
Life is a Gift (Poetry) - 9/22/2017 12:12:29 PM
You lift up many with this beautiful and grateful way to start the day, I'm sure. You made me smile while I read it. Thank you, girl!
Love ya!
Jane
Woven Words (Poetry) - 9/21/2017 1:50:41 PM
Your words flow so beautifully and the imagery taunting the muse is intriguing!! 'Enjoyed!!
Love ya!
Jane
Life is a Gift (Poetry) - 9/20/2017 6:14:49 AM
Beautiful.
Life is a Gift (Poetry) - 9/19/2017 11:37:32 AM
Your poetry gives light and hope. A perfect contrast to my dark poems. They would look great together, dark and light.
Life is a Gift (Poetry) - 9/19/2017 10:30:19 AM
Your poetry is so uplifting and colorful, blessings xo
Life is a Gift (Poetry) - 9/19/2017 9:08:40 AM
Refreshing.
Ron
Woven Words (Poetry) - 9/18/2017 8:09:27 AM
I love your metaphorical offering, Karen. Thank you for sharing it. Love and best wishes to you,
Regis
Woven Words (Poetry) - 9/18/2017 5:28:56 AM
To condense the images of a day into words is an exercise in futility because it would take so many words to do it justice. I never had a diary, but for those who do, they take perhaps, the high and low points of each day and jot them down so that later, when memory begins to fail, one can read with joy what one was doing in youth. Makes me wonder why I didn't have a diary, thinking it was something that only girls did.
Your poetry is superb and I envy the skill of the artist that drew such a perfect eye with just a pencil.
Ron
Woven Words (Poetry) - 9/18/2017 1:22:19 AM
You have a way of weaving words on the mind of others dear Karen, you make me think if a dream catcher, (smile) I love your photo, I can read you easily, it says "she has a beautiful soul" glad to meet you fellow poetess, I hope to read more of your wonderful poetry. Be blessed xi
Woven Words (Poetry) - 9/17/2017 8:55:14 AM
Very well done, Karen. Your thoughts turned into words are special and from your bountiful, beautiful heart.
Woven Words (Poetry) - 9/17/2017 7:45:23 AM
I like the phrase "woven words." Writers do weave words like a garment woven by hand.
Landslide of Emotions (Poetry) - 9/4/2017 5:32:26 PM
You were able to put into words the hurt and sorrow of losing someone too early.
Landslide of Emotions (Poetry) - 9/3/2017 8:27:42 AM
Comparing your emotions to a black canyon is a beautiful way of expression.
Ron
Landslide of Emotions (Poetry) - 8/26/2017 3:49:41 PM
You express yourself so well, and I think the canyon is breathtaking when close up, love this poem, Karen xo
Landslide of Emotions (Poetry) - 8/26/2017 6:53:01 AM
Superb write on a sad topic. There are so many who care about you, my friend. Lean on me.
Love ya!
Jane
Landslide of Emotions (Poetry) - 8/25/2017 12:31:41 PM
This poem is chock-full of emotional thoughs. I loved your lines such as, "I have endured the deepest canyons on foot / Painted the marbled wall in sorrow."
As Only A Father Can (Poetry) - 6/13/2017 11:04:19 AM
A great Father's Day poem. Written by a woman who knows what a father should be.
Ron
As Only A Father Can (Poetry) - 6/13/2017 5:26:11 AM
Great write just in time for Father's Day. Just remember, Parenting: The first 40 years are the hardest.
As Only A Father Can (Poetry) - 6/12/2017 6:58:03 PM
So very touching!! Beautiful!
Love ya!
Jane
Every Breath I Take (Poetry) - 6/11/2017 2:04:56 PM
Wonderful, Karen.
Always,
Deborah
Every Breath I Take (Poetry) - 6/9/2017 9:25:31 AM
A poem that expresses passionate, deep, meaningful, and lasting love. Well done, Karen! Love and best wishes to you,
Regis
Every Breath I Take (Poetry) - 6/7/2017 10:26:51 AM
Such beautiful imagery and a deep love that will go on sunset after sunset! LOVE IT!!!!
Love ya!
Jane
Every Breath I Take (Poetry) - 6/7/2017 6:45:20 AM
A lovely expression of love shared between two people.
Every Breath I Take (Poetry) - 6/7/2017 5:40:35 AM
Cabo San Lucas! Now that's a place to get married!
I find it interesting that you've written this idyllic wedding memory from the viewpoint of a man, but with the understanding that a woman would have if her man wrote such a poem for her. You make me want to steal this poem to share with my love. ;-)
Ron
Silo Mentality (Poetry) - 6/6/2017 12:50:57 PM
you are so right
Silo Mentality (Poetry) - 6/6/2017 12:38:59 PM
Information without reservation...all the dots need to be connected.
Always,
Deborah
Silo Mentality (Poetry) - 6/6/2017 7:47:28 AM
God will not make government right. Our founding fathers rightly left religion out of governing our country except to allow everyone to worship as they please. Religious politicians have been inserting God into our government ever since, more so in the 20th century.
You mentioned "trickle-down" as being somehow, beneficial. That process, started under President Reagan in the 1980s, has resulted in an income/wealth shift from most of us to the very rich who now control all elected offices through their huge contributions. Trickle-down has been proven to be a failed policy economically, but many like you, seem to think that it will be good for everyone, making the rich and the poor "get along," while the rich get richer and the poor get poorer.
Ron
God's Gifts...Grandbabies (Poetry) - 6/6/2017 6:30:48 AM
Karen,
Loving gifts to hug! Beautifully penned!
Lady Mary Ann
His Little Fort (Poetry) - 6/6/2017 6:27:13 AM
Karen,
This is absolutely precious! Many moments to cherish!
Lady Mary Ann
Silo Mentality (Poetry) - 6/6/2017 6:25:07 AM
Very well expressed!
Lady Mary Ann
Silo Mentality (Poetry) - 6/6/2017 5:50:41 AM
The best thing that we could and should do, is get rid of the lobbyist, and not let corporations rule us, but it's a swamp that'll never be drained. And despite what Trump has vowed to do, he's only added more swamp land to D.C.
Silo Mentality (Poetry) - 6/5/2017 5:22:46 PM
Excellent, my friend!!
Love ya!
Jane
Silo Mentality (Poetry) - 6/5/2017 8:56:48 AM
"Lose the labels and come together for the good of the people." yeah, that would work, which is why it's never likely to happen. The nations of the world seem to be more divided against themselves than ever.
Enjoyable poem, thanks.
Memorial Day (Poetry) - 6/2/2017 3:09:38 AM
a fine memorial day memorial in lines
Memorial Day (Poetry) - 6/1/2017 11:37:54 AM
A wonderful sharing xo
Memorial Day (Poetry) - 5/30/2017 9:02:06 AM
Yes, "A humble heart remembers". Lovely sentiment!!!
Love ya!
Jane
Memorial Day (Poetry) - 5/30/2017 6:04:26 AM
I find it a bit difficult to say, "happy." Memorial Day has always been a somber time remembering the dead who gave their lives and left families without.
Ron
Memorial Day (Poetry) - 5/30/2017 5:03:54 AM
Well said.
His Little Fort (Poetry) - 5/29/2017 5:39:26 AM
That is so sweet. Forts like this, especially when not built by parents are part of a young man's growing up and being creative with his environment. Let us hope that he doesn't have to seek a fort for protection in the future. Except in history and as underground bunkers, forts are basically obsolete.
Ron
His Little Fort (Poetry) - 5/29/2017 5:08:13 AM
What a flashback! Just wait until he's building a tree house!!! I enjoyed every bit of your delightful poem!!
Love ya!
Jane
His Little Fort (Poetry) - 5/28/2017 10:58:24 AM
Your poem about a child's fort,
brought back happy memories,
I'm glad to report.
God's Gifts...Grandbabies (Poetry) - 5/26/2017 1:19:41 PM
Oh, hallelujah, girl!!! I agree so much!! Another cycle begins and brings new life to everything and everyone!! 'Love this!!
Love ya!
Jane
God's Gifts...Grandbabies (Poetry) - 5/25/2017 6:36:16 AM
I always thought that grand kids was our revenge for our own kids, and the problems they caused for us. So spoil the grand kids, and then send them home.
God's Gifts...Grandbabies (Poetry) - 5/25/2017 6:16:08 AM
It goes both ways… Having had the experience of being with all four of my grandparents for periods of time when I was young, I was so lucky. I hope my grandparents felt about me the way I felt about them.
Ron
God's Gifts...Grandbabies (Poetry) - 5/24/2017 3:01:20 PM
if we could have grand babies first we would
Adrenalin Rush (Poetry) - 5/24/2017 12:25:08 PM
It sounds like much fun. Whizzing out into the fresh air, thanks for sharing Karen, xo
Adrenalin Rush (Poetry) - 5/24/2017 11:13:11 AM
Zoom zoom, that's a better way to spend the day than pushing a mop or broom.
Adrenalin Rush (Poetry) - 5/24/2017 7:15:43 AM
Alright, girl!!! When I was younger, I wanted to drive "Powder Puff" at a drag raceway that my brother dragged at. I'll have to find one of those Go-Karts!!!
Love ya!
Jane
Songbird Medley (Poetry) - 5/24/2017 3:41:13 AM
VERY NICE!!!!!!!!!!! Liana Margiva
Songbird Medley (Poetry) - 5/23/2017 9:14:47 AM
Spring's thoughts. We have no robins here for some reason since the last ones I saw in the spring of 1984. However, we do have mockingbirds. And, because the mockingbird is very good at imitating other birds, we get a medley from them as well.
Ron
Songbird Medley (Poetry) - 5/23/2017 5:24:59 AM
I love waking up to the sounds of songbirds. Enjoyed your poem.
Songbird Medley (Poetry) - 5/23/2017 2:41:51 AM
Karen,
Cheerfully the promise of a beautiful day.
Beautiful poem.
Lady Mary Ann
Songbird Medley (Poetry) - 5/22/2017 1:12:27 PM
You recreated and shared the mood effectively, Karen. Love and best wishes,
Regis
Exotic Wisteria Haven... (Poetry) - 10/21/2015 10:29:01 AM
This is beautiful, so cheering, i love wisteria, but it doesn't bloom long enough, only in the Spring, and i wish i would of come across this sooner. They smell really good too, i go out of my way to see them bloom in towns in the Spring.
Creative Harmony... (Poetry) - 4/11/2014 2:47:16 AM
We all have our secret sources of inspiration. Thanks for sharing yours so well.
...Michael
Special Stolen Moments... (Poetry) - 4/6/2014 4:01:57 PM
Excellent advice for that fork in the road.
Special Stolen Moments... (Poetry) - 4/4/2014 8:59:48 AM
Oh I like this. Quiet, contemplative, powerful.
Sensational ending thoughts!
Special Stolen Moments... (Poetry) - 4/3/2014 10:52:17 AM
A highly poem with inspiration for all.
Ron
Special Stolen Moments... (Poetry) - 4/2/2014 11:13:50 AM
Dreams are what keep us living. Great poem!!
Sandie
The truth that lies within... (Poetry) - 3/30/2014 2:22:40 PM
A most comfortable place to be...but getting there can sometimes be a rocky road...
Best wishes,
Diana...
Luscious Lavender (Poetry) - 3/24/2014 6:56:52 PM
I love it! Very nice and I'm anxiously awaiting Spring! I also love lavender and all its splendor...Wishing many blessings! :)
The truth that lies within... (Poetry) - 3/24/2014 6:51:19 PM
Simply beautiful! ~ To Thy own self be true...love yourself...know your purpose...and fulfill your dreams... Thanks for the share! :)
The truth that lies within... (Poetry) - 3/23/2014 3:41:40 PM
Very short and precise, indeed a poem, Karen! Well done!
The truth that lies within... (Poetry) - 3/23/2014 12:18:14 PM
Fortunately I have comfortable thick skin, you know, stick and stones kind of stuff. Dreaming with intent is certainly worthy. Sometimes though, I just like to dream.
Great poem.
Patrick
The truth that lies within... (Poetry) - 3/23/2014 10:31:22 AM
I have noticed that the best poets are like that. Those uncomfortable in their skins seem to write self-serving poetry about how their skin itches.
Ron
The truth that lies within... (Poetry) - 3/22/2014 8:26:55 PM
Yes. I believe you are right, Karen. Thank you. Love and best wishes,
Regis
The truth that lies within... (Poetry) - 3/22/2014 5:40:12 PM
Everything will get better in age. When you're young, the dreams are limited, as you age, you dream of wider scope of things, and more often; and you will become wiser even in your dreams, and thus you will become more comfortable when dreaming. Also... Everyone has different dreams, depending on their own life experience. We make our own dreams.
Sandie
The truth that lies within... (Poetry) - 3/22/2014 4:47:20 PM
once we shed our blueprint skin do we finally realize what we're made of ...
The truth that lies within... (Poetry) - 3/22/2014 2:39:11 PM
...and that's a wisdom, Karen...the trouble is...one
isn't 20 plus and wise...achieving it in solitude,
a state...which is so painful in youth...only
delicious in the years of maturity...though...
great tips(off)...are...coming from your poem...
Thank you for sharing your verse.
The truth that lies within... (Poetry) - 3/22/2014 1:50:20 PM
i so agree, too bad that does many times not happen
budd
Everthing Tastes Better With Dog Hair In It! (Poetry) - 3/16/2014 5:15:50 AM
We'd had labs for years. Loved them dearly. Shed machines. After they crossed that rainbow bride we've adopted smaller poodle mixes. No shedding. Still every so often, years later we'll encounter a pile of black dog hair. Haunted house????
Creative Harmony... (Poetry) - 3/10/2014 7:26:23 AM
vivid imagery that accomplishes its creative mission ...
Creative Harmony... (Poetry) - 3/7/2014 7:58:15 PM
Wow! This is such a great observation and creation!!! Kudos!!
Love ya!
Jane
Creative Harmony... (Poetry) - 3/7/2014 11:48:13 AM
Image and verses complete one another very effectively, Karen. Well done! Love and best wishes,
Regis
Creative Harmony... (Poetry) - 3/7/2014 10:19:44 AM
nicely done. well written & well read.
Creative Harmony... (Poetry) - 3/7/2014 9:14:26 AM
One man's light pollution is another woman's inspiration. How wonderful!
Ron
Creative Harmony... (Poetry) - 3/7/2014 4:52:23 AM
Beautiful write indeed! The poem and the photo. complement each other.
Sandie
Creative Harmony... (Poetry) - 3/7/2014 3:49:06 AM
such a wondeful harmony it is too
budd
Every little girls dream... (Poetry) - 2/18/2014 9:11:57 PM
Beautiful poetic song! When you wish upon a star...
Every little girls dream... (Poetry) - 2/17/2014 7:13:08 AM
Every little girl's dreams will come true if she learns that she has to be worthy of her dreams.
Ron
Luscious Lavender (Poetry) - 2/4/2014 6:45:37 AM
Lavender is Lovely, Indeed.
Luscious Lavender (Poetry) - 2/3/2014 12:06:55 PM
All we get here in Texas is bluebonnets… Beautifully portrayed for both color and aroma.
Ron
PS. I can't stand the scent of lavender. Too sweet for me.
Luscious Lavender (Poetry) - 2/3/2014 8:04:06 AM
I am a lavender person myself and have it growing in my yard. In the fall, my granddaughters and I collect the blossoms and make sachets. We place them in our pillow cases. Try it! I really enjoyed this poem!!!
Love ya!
Jane
The Winds of Change (Poetry) - 2/2/2014 6:26:09 PM
A fine and positive affirmation for the new year; thank you for sharing it through your verses, Karen. Love and best wishes,
Regis
Luscious Lavender (Poetry) - 2/2/2014 4:28:33 PM
wondeful scents and visions you have given us
budd
Luscious Lavender (Poetry) - 2/2/2014 2:23:46 PM
Lovely! I have lavender in the flower bed in front of my home. I also love the smell and taste of English mint. Thank you for sharing, Karen. Love and best wishes,
Regis
The Depths of Love... (Poetry) - 2/1/2014 11:04:03 AM
If it is mutually reciprocated…
Ron
The Depths of Love... (Poetry) - 2/1/2014 6:11:55 AM
this is the hope of those in love
budd
The Artists' Gift... (Poetry) - 1/31/2014 11:53:06 AM
Whether it be painting, writing, singing, sculpting etc..., all have gifts to share. Thank you, Karen. Love and best wishes,
Regis
In The Eyes of a Soul-Mate (Poetry) - 1/31/2014 11:51:51 AM
Would that it were thus for all of us, Karen. Thank you. Love and peace to you,
Regis
The Depths of Love... (Poetry) - 1/31/2014 11:50:34 AM
I hope you are right, Karen. Thank you for sharing these sentiments. Love and best wishes,
Regis
In The Eyes of a Soul-Mate (Poetry) - 1/31/2014 9:01:02 AM
At first I thought you were a mermaid (;-)), but then I realized that you were writing about finding that one and only in the most beautiful way.
Ron
In The Eyes of a Soul-Mate (Poetry) - 1/30/2014 3:41:22 PM
This is beautiful and it was definitely meant to be. Happiness to you both!
Love ya!
Jane
In The Eyes of a Soul-Mate (Poetry) - 1/30/2014 1:12:24 PM
Ahhh . . . Yes indeed, that is the way it should be for everyone, to finally meet face to face and eye to eye with their soul-mate. Lovely poetry, my friend.
The Artists' Gift... (Poetry) - 1/20/2014 12:34:34 PM
Artists love their creations. According to local lore, when Michelangelo completed his statue of Moses, he stood there admiring his creation, then suddenly he struck it on the knee while commanding "Speak to me!" Hence, the chip on Moses's knee.
The Artists' Gift... (Poetry) - 1/20/2014 4:39:16 AM
Beautiful poem, beautiful hummingbird.
The Winds of Change (Poetry) - 1/17/2014 8:33:48 AM
The wonderful sendoff for the new year. Let's hope that those in economic distress will find a way to see better days by spring.
Ron
The Winds of Change (Poetry) - 1/15/2014 7:34:03 PM
Oh, Karen!!! I love what you have written and will take your advice.
Love ya!
Jane
The Winds of Change (Poetry) - 1/15/2014 1:03:37 PM
Excellent work, Karen Love the positive energy received from this
Amor
The Winds of Change (Poetry) - 1/15/2014 12:52:32 PM
happy New Year to you as well
budd
The Winds of Change (Poetry) - 1/15/2014 10:59:19 AM
Mighty fine advice and written in a pleasing and comforting way. Hoping your new year will be all that you hope for.
The Important Thing...Family (Poetry) - 1/8/2014 8:31:06 PM
So eloquently put, and a challenge to take to heart, indeed. You have put this priority in words that are very easy to read and ponder. Jesus said that where are treasure is, there will our heart be also,Karen.
THIS poem shows the way to a lasting treasure.
~Zach
The Rhythm of the Rain... (Poetry) - 1/8/2014 8:27:35 PM
Wonderful! This poem sounds like rain hitting the roof, and puts me in a meditative mood. Glad you penned this one, keep up the splendid creative writing Karen.
~ Zach
In the Still of the Morning... (Poetry) - 1/8/2014 8:24:14 PM
This one takes me back to sweet times when God amazed all my senses with the beauty of His world! Those last words are a perfect summary Karen..."all is well within my world". Thanks for writing this poem and sharing it with us all. Enjoyed it. Blessings!
~ a fellow human & poet, Zach
In the Still of the Morning... (Poetry) - 1/5/2014 10:52:23 AM
What a wonderful scene expressed. I woke up today with a windy backyard with intermittent rain and the prospect of a hard freeze by tomorrow morning. But I will wake up to the delight of seeing "frost on the pumpkin" on the roofs of the garages across the power line right-of-way and all of my plants brown and dead in the morning sun. ;-)
Ron
In the Still of the Morning... (Poetry) - 1/4/2014 7:17:41 PM
Ah! Mornings out in nature...........enticing aromas.......alluring sights! Yes!
Love ya!
Jane
In the Still of the Morning... (Poetry) - 1/4/2014 6:42:17 PM
As long as all is well in your world, that is a good place to be. Nice thoughts from your pen.
In the Still of the Morning... (Poetry) - 1/4/2014 6:00:15 PM
The have shared the ambiance and the experience of the early morning very effectively through your verses, Karen. Thank you. Love and best wishes,
Regis
Exotic Wisteria Haven... (Poetry) - 3/28/2013 11:32:10 AM
~Karen~
Beautiful poem..angels still saunter..
Lovely Wisteria image.
Lady Mary Ann
Exotic Wisteria Haven... (Poetry) - 3/25/2013 7:55:38 AM
A very imaginative and beautiful description of a fanciful place reserved for more than childhood.
Unfortunately, I find wisteria to be rather creepy. I don't know why, except most of the plants that I see here in Texas look like they're dead half the year, and when they are in bloom, have a funeral pall about them.
Ron
Exotic Wisteria Haven... (Poetry) - 3/25/2013 3:13:07 AM
Vary visual love story dipicted in this poem.
Stay well and keep writing
Eddy
Exotic Wisteria Haven... (Poetry) - 3/25/2013 1:46:22 AM
wonderfully written with visions painted allowed
budd
Exotic Wisteria Haven... (Poetry) - 3/24/2013 6:46:09 PM
Ah, so lovely a picture I have in my mind.
Love ya!
Jane
Island Dreams (Poetry) - 3/21/2013 12:13:36 PM
That was my dream for many years, to sail off and treasure hunt scuba diving when I retire. Wonderful visions here.
Stay well and keep writing
Eddy
Island Dreams (Poetry) - 3/19/2013 7:27:10 AM
Nothing more lovely than to sail
off to where your dreams take flight
Love and Light
Lily
Island Dreams (Poetry) - 3/17/2013 7:48:17 AM
Simply nothing else but uplifting. Sure would love to have my feet touch those sands.
Ron
Island Dreams (Poetry) - 3/16/2013 3:07:31 PM
I love the water.....swimming, boating, and just everything about it!
Love ya!
Jan
Island Dreams (Poetry) - 3/16/2013 2:34:51 PM
Cool poem! There is NOTHING better than being lost at sea temporary.
Island Dreams (Poetry) - 3/16/2013 2:03:11 PM
very well penned
budd
Island Dreams (Poetry) - 3/16/2013 1:30:14 PM
I'm not much on sailing, although when I lived in California I went often because of the woman I was seeing. I do enjoy solitude, however, and I quite agree, that even with woman and the sailboat in California I came to a bit of peace and solitude even with her there, we both did, I think.
The Rhythm of the Rain... (Poetry) - 2/11/2013 10:45:09 AM
I love the song of the rain on the roof or elsewhere. Your title reminds me of the Cascades' song hit, "Rhythm of the Falling Rain. Thank you, Karen. Love and best wishes,
Regis
The Rhythm of the Rain... (Poetry) - 2/10/2013 11:27:02 AM
As your home so eloquently points out, a period of rain can be helpful in rearranging your priorities for the day. It's too bad we don't have tin roofs anymore.
Ron
The Rhythm of the Rain... (Poetry) - 2/10/2013 8:43:33 AM
I thoroughly enjoyed the poem. Tranquil. I needed it. Liz
The Rhythm of the Rain... (Poetry) - 2/10/2013 7:27:15 AM
This is so true, we must love our-self first...
This in all of this is the key... and if the rain
with it's pitter and patter can take you to this place
to see yourself in a meditative knowing you are on the right
road...
Wisdom and knowing...
Love and Light
Lily
The Rhythm of the Rain... (Poetry) - 2/10/2013 5:55:44 AM
your words here have deep meaning in the true persona of being able to love and be loved
budd
The Rhythm of the Rain... (Poetry) - 2/10/2013 4:30:21 AM
Since it is raining where I sit this morning, the poem has a more persona; meaning. I quite agree that without loving yourself you can never give all of yourself to the one you profess you love. It took me a long, long time to understand that concept.
The Rhythm of the Rain... (Poetry) - 2/9/2013 7:55:31 PM
When truly in love the soul is reborn......clean like the leaves on the trees after the rain.......full and quenched!
Love ya!
Jane
Everthing Tastes Better With Dog Hair In It! (Poetry) - 1/27/2013 12:46:24 PM
LOL! Oh how can I relate to this, 'tisn't Jake though
I have cats and hair gets everywhere! Some shed more
than others and I find it in all the places you have
described...
What an enjoyable sharing darlin' It gave me lots of smiles :)
Although others are warned who come here and have found a hair
or two of their floating fur in a morsel of food...
Love and Light
Lily
