Tag Archives: Television

Why I Write


  “Uncle Dan, what did you want to be when you grew up?” My nephew’s words tore into me, reminding me of people who had stood in my way urging me to do sane sensible things.  “Go out into the … Continue reading

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Favorites I Keep


  The world opens up to show, My favorite things, Which can be enjoyed by paupers, As well as wealthy kings,   They are not so secret, But within, favorites I keep, They can be easily aroused, Whether I’m awake … Continue reading

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Just Me


Here’s to another day, Dog, It’s you and me again, That’s okay cause I don’t have money to spend, We’ll just share the TV, Watch a little basketball, You and me, Dog, do you wish you were all alone, Chewing … Continue reading

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Remembering 9/11


I watched with horror, As the mighty towers fell, Felt my anger rising, At this hard glimpse of hell,   Yet I was off to brave the world,   Bravely waiting for my plane to land,   I refused to … Continue reading

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Yes, Tis True


Oft I tend to ignore, The angels among us, For they tug at my conscience, Right to the very core, They pull me in nobler directions, Out of my selfish self, Until my heart turns loose compassion, With few strings … Continue reading

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An Angel Is Watching Over Her


She is vibrant and alive, Her youth shows, An angel is watching over her, For he knows, That her life is yet to live, The angel calls her name, Tries to convince her, That life is no game, She has … Continue reading

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Secret Identity


Who am I in real life? How do I struggle with poverty and strife? Do I need a mask to stand against wrong, Or can I be myself and still be strong? Do I need a special cape to take … Continue reading

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Part 2, Going Camping


Going Camping, Trouble in Town At six in the morning I strolled down Main Street, Admiring the small shops, enjoying the sun’s heat, I went into Roger’s, a café with customers waiting in line, I was told by a waitress, … Continue reading

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