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Childhood

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People, from time to time, have said that they don’t believe they have ever seen me in a skirt. Alright, then.

Some thoughts on childhood …

“Children are the living messages we send to a time we will not see.” —Neil Postman

“Children see magic because they look for it.” —Christopher Moore

“Growing old is mandatory, but growing up is optional.” —Walt Disney

“Today you are you! That is truer than true! There is no one alive who is you-er than you!” —Dr. Seuss

“Some days I wish I could go back to my childhood. Not to change anything, but to feel a few things twice.” — Anonymous

“It’s never too late to have a happy childhood.” –  Berkeley Breathed

Photo credit: My Dad

Inspired to Be Courageous

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Always, I am inspired by the words of others who are trying to comprehend the complexities of this world, this universe, as well as by the art and music of the same. Anais Nin was an author, French-born and raised in several countries, who became known in her early 30’s when she settled in the U.S.

She has so many insightful thoughts about writing, life, and love that I decoded to a create a short series of her quotes. Above is just one; if you wish to find more, visit my Instagram featuring Ms. Nin.

Music in Bloom

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Bloom by Lullanas is a sweet, kinda shy, maybe first-love song, a cover originally by The Paper Kites, but done quite differently. Sung by two super-talented sisters, Bloom became an instant favorite of mine. Take a listen …

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Poetry Month, Part 2 – April 2024

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It’s still April, and it’s still National Poetry Month. I’ve selected three more poems that I like, created some graphics, and hope you enjoy them, too.

Robert Frost is another of our great American poets, and for this post, I read quite a few of his, most unknown to me, and loved this one, Come In.”

How could it truly be poetry month without a love poem or two? The first, “Falling Stars”, is written by Austrian poet, Raine Maria Rilke, who published in German, and changed the way poetry was written and expressed.

Tyler Knott Gregson is a modern day American poet and author who first began to achieve fame for his poetry on social media in 2009.

All things are possible. Hope you enjoyed the poetry!

Poetry Month – April 2024

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I love poetry. You? April is National Poetry Month, so I thought I’d share the occasional poem that I prepared some graphics for. There may be more, but this is what I’m posting so far.

I don’t know if we could have a proper national poetry month here without our wonderful American poet, Emily Dickinson.

A love poem of sorts by another great American writer, poet and novelist, Alice Walker.

Okay, it’s true — Tennessee Williams is a playwright, but this seems like poetry to me, so I took a small liberty.

Wherever you live, why not find some poetry this month – fill your heart with gladness, sorrow, life, love – some poetry.