Moves Quick

First month

Last Day

Sky's blue

Not gray

Long month

Short trip

New Year

Moves Quick

Time Flies

So Fast

Build Dreams

That last

My Creative Side

Embracing my creative side

Suddenly I'm more alive.

The passion for the finer arts

has taken up space in my heart.

A new adventure is my goal.

A grand experience for my soul.

Embracing my creative side

Suddenly I'm more alive.

Brand new people, places things

In my head new ideas ring.

Revitalizing in every way

My Magnificent Muse has come to stay.

Embracing my creative side
Suddenly I'm more alive.

Can't Sleep

Can't sleep, was it something I ate?

Can't sleep, could it be all the tea?

Can't sleep, or the carbs on my plate.

Can't sleep, what's happening to me?

Can't sleep,but I'm so very tired.

Can't sleep, but I went to bed on time.

Can't sleep, but it's my greatest desire.

Can't sleep, It's a crime.

Can't sleep, my brain's still working.

Can't sleep, too many thoughts.

Can't sleep, my mind's surfing.

Can't sleep, all hope is lost.

Can't sleep, I'll be tired tomorrow.

Can't sleep, even though I try.

Can't sleep, wish my memories would burrow.

Can't sleep, I wonder why.

Winter Weather

Mother Nature's playing games.

Our winter weather's gone a bit insane

First it's cold and then there's rain

Cold winds blow again and again 

Skies grow dark and then Clear blue

What's a weatherman to do?

And suddenly now I'm in the Sahara

This winter weather's been a terror.

Everyday

Tired in a way I never expected

Facing everyday even though it's quite hectic

Pushing away thoughts that had me dejected

An odyssey, An experience my own special journey

Experiencing life in my own special way

Remember today's not just another day

Too Many Teapots

You can never have too many teapots

I'd rather have more than have not.

Sometimes I'm feeling Traditional;

So nothing but fine china will do.

Cream tea?

Yes, please!

Oh do pardon me

But could you pass

the Devonshire Cream?

Raspberry Jam  for

Crumpets and Scones.

Tomato and ham

won't be left on it's own.

Please pass the Fern Cake too!

You can never have too many teapots

I'd rather have more than have not.

Sometimes I'm feeling  Ceremonial;

An ancient ritual puts me at my best.

Youngest serves eldest

The tradition is sound.

Delicately placed on a Lazy Susan

the teapot spins 'round.

Healthy Green Elixir of

Sweet Jasmine Pearl

The tea of Old China Town

give it a whirl.

You can never have too many teapots

I'd rather have more than have not.

Sometimes I'm feeling Exotic;

Not cups but hand painted glasses for me.

Add a sugar cube or two

to an intoxicating brew

of Assam, Bohea or Moroccan Mint.

Poured from Brass Kettles

with unusual accents.

You can never have too many teapots

I'd rather have more than have not

Whatever my mood

or the tea that is brewed

you Must have the Proper Pot!

Year of the Dragon

Don't fear the Dragon

It's year has come

Dragon of Warmth 

Dragon of Light

Time for your year to take flight.

Intelligent, tenacious

Larger than life

This is the year to live without strife

Dragon brings

Luck, Good Fortune and Love

Success for the future

parts clouds from above.

Dragon's quest for perfection

leads us on our path

but don't forget

that lurking within

dragon skin

is compassion

We need it to temper 

the flames of desire.

We don't want to set

our future on fire.

Dragon's flexibility takes flight

Dragon's tolerance delights

Appearing menacing

Dragon don't forget the little things.

 Larger than Life

Powerful dragon appears

Larger than life.

Dragon this is Your year.

It's the Last Work Day of the Week

The alarm sounds

My eyes look around

darkness surrounds

I reach out and hit the button

silence abounds

Eyes closed

not quite asleep

hope holds

but then the beep

I open my eyes

and realize

the day beckons

Yawn, Stretch

stick out a toe

groan, moan

I don't want to go

Whining and complaining

won't make it so

Get up, Get going you wretch

Shower, dress, eat

Now you're on your feet

Horn honks, cars creep

mentally murder

other drivers on the street

slow drive

but you arrive

It's the last work day of the week

You will survive.

Plans

The Best laid plans of mice and men

an expression heard

time and time again.

The truth conveyed

is often missed;

Add me to that missed out list.

The Best laid plans of mice and men

I must admit I did it again.

Plotted a path

But with violent force

was drastically pushed

way off course.

The Best laid plans of mice and men

My plans have changed,

I'm at a loss.

Through this idea

I draw a cross.

In this world

Who is the boss?

The Best laid plans of mice and men

I'm venturing out much to my chagrin.

Will I alight on the other side?

I won't know for certain 

until I arrive.

But this will indeed be quite the ride.

And You Are

You're

Tired of being

taken for granted

Your head's filled 

with common sense

but in your heart's a romantic

You look in the mirror

But never realize 

your beauty and reality.

You cannot explain

what it is to be you.

But To thine own self

you must be true.

And you are 

more than the sum 

of the parts

 that you see

And you are

A belief

A celebration

An experience

And you are

A dream 

A hope

An idea

And you are

A fire

A passion

An adventure

And you are

A want

A need

An addiction

And you are

A wish

A style

An artist

And you are

A friend

A personality

An altruist

And you are

MORE

than you will begin to know

And you are 

MORE

than your heart could ever show

And you are 

more than the sum 

of the parts

 that you see.

And you are 

destined for greatness

 take it from me.

KXLU

What would I do without KXLU?

Tuesdays are special because of you.

The music

eclectic

uncommon and cool.

The people

the listeners

the artists

the crew.

What would I do without KXLU

Tuesdays are special because of you.

Dr. Martin Luther King

Strong

Determined

Eloquent

Discreet

A man of honor

A man of peace

He inspired those who heard him
to be proud of who they were.

Brave

Dynamic

Resilient

Inspirational

A man with a purpose.

A man with hope.

He inspired those who heard him

to make a change for the better.

Passionate
Powerful
Proud
Peaceful

A man with a vision.

A man with a dream

He inspired those who heard him

to unite for the common good.

Dr. Martin Luther King

Rediscovery

Melancholy me

needs a rediscovery

of her happiness.

Time for artistic

enjoyments and endeavors.

Inner self  rejoice.

Being who you are

A beautiful shining star

Artisan at large.

Think

Think Thin not fat

Think this think that

Think for your self

but follow the pack.

Conflicting views

tend to confuse

Imagine that.

Express, Explore 

Discuss, Dissect

Turn off the news

Open your views

Think this or that

or the other

But THINK

your thoughts

and not others

Melancholy Me

Melancholy me

I wonder when I'll be

back to myself again.

Time on my hands,

Nothing is planned.

Thoughts turn gloomy.

When will I see me

back as myself again?

Despondent, Dejected,

Gloomy and Glum;

Partially cheered up

by a good chum.

Tired of this feeling,

Emotions constantly reeling.

I wonder when I'll be

back to myself again.

Blue's not my color

Mind's in a stupor.

Sleep deprived is

nobody's friend.

When will I be myself again?

This Melancholy Me

I no longer wish to be.

Time heals all wounds.

Make it happen soon.

It's time for me 

to be myself

again.

The Moment

Live for the moment but remember,

The moment is over in the blink of an eye.

Eternity beckons

What do you spy?

A lifetime of moments

so many lies

to others,

to yourself,

to all that count.

Temptation comes in many forms

to fight, to yield both are the norms.

You know what's right.

You know what's wrong.

To give in to impulses is quite strong.

Giving up what you want on behalf of another

a selfless act towards human sisters and brothers.

Life will continue

Your spirit will renew

the energy it needs to survive.

Temptation strikes

but you're still alive.

Begins Again

Holidays are over,

Vacation's at an end.

Morning light approaches,

It all begins again.

Alarm clocks are set.

Duty calls.

Open your eyes,

Stare at the walls.

Regular life has started

Ready or not;

Welcome new year

I'll show you what I've got.

Epiphany

Crossing the globe

on a journey far

A quest to reach a shining star

The road is rough

is long, is tough

You think of turning back

Seek the courage you lack

Go forward on your path

At trials and tribulations

doubts and insecurities

 simply laugh

The road is rough

is long, is tough

You must travel far

It's worth the trip

"I'm giving up"

Should never 

enter your thoughts 

or cross your lips

The road is rough

is long, is tough

As if by magic

the star appears

An Epiphany

The Epiphany

Your Epiphany

is here.

New Year's Haiku II

Time for reflection.

Life takes on new direction.

Welcome the new year.

Take a step forward.

Be blind to happenings past.

Make changes that last.

Hope springs eternal

New Year allows for changes.

Open up your heart.

New Year's Haiku I

The New Year Begins

Time to evaluate friends

Lovers, hopes and dreams.

Janus looks both ways.

Time to reflect on the past

Embrace the future.

Baby New Year's here.

Step forward to brighter days.

Embrace better ways.

Step Forward

Step Forward

There's no turning back

leave the past behind.

Step Forward

There's no turning back

push the doubts out of your mind.

Step Forward

There's no turning back

to yesterday be blind.

Step Forward

There's no turning back

your soul seeks it's own kind.

Your journey starts with just one step.

Which direction's up to you.

Moving forward is the goal.

To your heart stay true.

Reflection and Redirection

Reflection and Redirection
It's time to begin again
Start off on the right foot
Try to do it well

Reflection and Redirection
Focus and don't stray
Try your best and the rest will follow
Only time will tell.

Reflection and Redirection
leave the past behind
The power's in your mind
On the old you must not dwell.

Reflection and Redirection
The new year is here
Greet it with hope and good cheer
All adversity you will quell.