Monthly Archives: October 2011

Jack of the Lanterns


Jack of the Lanterns It was a day like the others, But the sea was at rest, The crew was getting restless, Including Lady Pen in the nest, It seemed days since we had rum, “Captain Jack,” said I so … Continue reading

Posted in Humor, Poetry, Romance, Scary stories | Tagged , , , , , , , | 2 Comments

Troubled Sleep


When dreams carry me far, Connecting life’s reality to distant star, It is then I find answers to my fears, Or discover what I hold dear, Lost memories stroll two and three, Reminding me how it used to be, Am … Continue reading

Posted in Poetry | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | 3 Comments

The Destination Is Up to You


The sails of his ship were made From butterfly wings, He conquered the imaginations, Of poets and kings, He shared his adventures About lands far away, Then he caught a passing breeze, And floated to a secret bay, My small … Continue reading

Posted in Poetry | Tagged , , , , , , | 2 Comments

“I’ll Promise You This”


A cloudburst in summer, Soaked to the skin, My heart is melting, “Won’t you please let me in?” A blizzard in winter, I’m frozen to the core, My love is ready, “Won’t you open the door?” The flaming leaves of … Continue reading

Posted in Poetry, Romance | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | 2 Comments

“Just Like Me”


She read to the birds once a day, It was her way, Of saying thanks for all they’d done, They made life fun, Bluebirds and sparrows at her feet, They took a seat, Listening intently to the stories she read, … Continue reading

Posted in Uncategorized | 7 Comments

Suffering


Suffering is unique for me and you, I haven’t experienced what you’re going through, I don’t know the depth of your pain, Be patient, I’m trying your perspective to gain,   The migraines that don’t allow you to stand, I’ve … Continue reading

Posted in Poetry | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , | 3 Comments

A Spooky Spectacle


A haunted house was advertised in the paper, Teenagers playing a misguided prank, The ad was pulled too late, the damage done, The list of the curious never shrank,   The dilapidated two story worn out manse, Proudly stood in … Continue reading

Posted in Poetry | Tagged , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Halloween Treats


Here’s to excited children searching for sweets, On Halloween night there are good things to eat, Lurking in the dark strange creatures are stirring, Lethargy gone, their minds are whirring, Only the pranksters will venture the streets, While the rest … Continue reading

Posted in Humor, Poetry, Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

“Sleep Well!”


The scouts gathered around the crackling fire, And asked me about my lonely life, Why didn’t you travel across the seas, Why didn’t you take a wife?   “I’m growing old, though I’m still young, And I’ll share a tale … Continue reading

Posted in Humor, Poetry, Romance, Scary stories, short stories | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

The Coin (Conclusion)


Reggie waited confidently by the river.  There was no point chasing Vanna.  The coin would bring her to him.  She would know it was their fate to meet and interact. Reggie was sure she would think he was on the … Continue reading

Posted in short stories | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , | 3 Comments