The Night Before Christmas

‘Twas the night before Christmas, and all through the inn,Sojourners lay sleeping, with no room to win.Mary had wanted a crib on that day,But nothing was offered but manger and hay. Bethlehem slumbered, all Judea slept,Nobody knowing this secret she kept.The people arrived there, by order of Rome,To register families by ancestral home. This night, …

Poem for April 30, 2020

Praise Over Politics How great our nation’s political system has become!The government of the people, by the people, for the people has certainlyBeen swept aside in favor of government of the people, by individuals who have noClue regarding the people, for the benefit of securing or retaining power. The pursuit of a more perfect union …

Poem for April 29, 2020

Total Screw-Up In spite of my best efforts, I succeeded.I graduated, though each choice I made led to a more difficult journey.I was published, by following great advice that I had requested, but then ignored for far too long.I found my soulmate, spending half a lifetime wondering what was wrong with me.I learned, eventually.I persevered.I …

Poem for April 28, 2020

The View from the Front When taking the lead in pursuit of the vision, it paysTo, once in a while, look behind you in case no one stays.For if nobody shares in your struggle, or helps pay the tollTo succeed, then you may not be leading, but taking a stroll. When the goal is before …

Poem for April 24, 2020

The Nature of Nature The rhythm of the earth invites the dancingOf bird, of tree, of flower, bug, and beast.Their joyous hues of petals, coats, and feathers,Bring to the eye a colored, visual feast. The rhythm of the earth invites the singingOf voices, cries, and whistles, myriad and sweet.The intricate, melodious jingles and refrainsInvoke the …