Monthly Archives: May 2011

The Center of the Circle (Parts 2 and 3)

Posted on May 31, 2011 by

The Center of the Circle (Part 2) Another dream that was equally strange, Featuring horse hunters on the range, Who would chase wild horses, Along several well devised courses,   Groups of men hidden along the way, Would Jump up … Continue reading →

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One Storm Was Different

Posted on May 29, 2011 by

Time after time I observed beautiful storms, Wanting to see differences, wanting to see norms, Usually they appeared suddenly, lighting up the sky, And I would watch with wonder as they passed me by,   But one storm looked different, … Continue reading →

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The Man in the Saddle

Posted on May 26, 2011 by

Tom studied the picture closely.  The Duke always rode tall in the saddle.  The Duke was a proud man, tough and rough, eager to fight foes and friends, especially the ones who mistreated a lady.  But then, The Duke’s method … Continue reading →

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Accidentally on Purpose (Part 3)

Posted on May 23, 2011 by

Career Choice #7 I had a burning desire to be, A fireman with little concern for fame, But I would have chances to control, The roaring fires and dancing flames, The excitement of saving property and lives, Blaring sirens down … Continue reading →

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Accidentally on Purpose (Part 2)

Posted on May 22, 2011 by

Career Choice #4 I wanted a career that let me work alone, Just let me do my task, An occupation that was really appreciated, Was that too much to ask? With a few classes I could be an electrician, With … Continue reading →

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I Became a Writer Accidentally on Purpose

Posted on May 20, 2011 by

When I was ready to make choices concerning my career path I was surprised to find that some choices were chosen for me, based not on what I could do, but for what I couldn’t do. When it was time … Continue reading →

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“Skipping Pebbles Throughout Life”

Posted on May 19, 2011 by

Skipping Pebbles One day as I traveled through the woods, I saw an ancient man sitting by a pond, I wanted directions to leave the woods behind, But he challenged me to think beyond, “It’s easy to get lost in … Continue reading →

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“I’m Not a Madman!”

Posted on May 16, 2011 by

“ I’m Not a Madman!” I was convinced it was a tremendous act of fate, When assigned an interview that would air at eight, I would interview a murderer as his doctor studied him, But he watched me as he … Continue reading →

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Where Did Winter Go?

Posted on May 11, 2011 by

 Just when I thought I was tired of the snow, Along came summer temperatures; winter, where did you go? I didn’t have to worry about the grass under the snow, Now I can hear it growing, and winter, where did … Continue reading →

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“You’re Ready to Touch the Sky”

Posted on May 7, 2011 by

For The Student Who’s Graduating Students, there’s a big scary world out there, Responsibilities on your shoulders rest, decisions to be made, And discoveries to claim if you but dare, Goals to reach or do nothing and let your dreams … Continue reading →

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