Poetry

The Cornerstone 

Special thanks to my collaborator on this Rengay, Anthony

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People lean on me

Their burdens become my own

Being needed, love,

is all I have ever known

Yet somehow I do not mind…

-MAD/AAA 07/28/2024

Poetry

The Disappointed 

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Broken Promises 

Hopes dashed against the harsh rocks

Disappointment reigns

None of our horses came in

Life can be a cruel mistress… 

-MAD/AAA 07/28/2024

Poetry

Swimmer’s Intention 

Special thanks to my collaborator on this Rengay, Anthony

https://empathmuch.wordpress.com/

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In the water’s embrace

Effortless strokes propel forth

Swimmers find their peace

Singular motions move them 

Swiftly through the cool water…

-MAD/AAA 07/28/2024

Poetry

WII Sports Tennis Anyone?

Special thanks to my collaborator on this Rengay, Anthony

https://empathmuch.wordpress.com/

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Wii remote in hand

Swinging for the perfect serve

Virt

ual tennis

Will bring out my inner bitch

All the expletives wil

l fly…

-MAD/AAA 07/28/2024

Poetry

Thoughts: Three Things Challenge #M769

Welcome to the daily Three Things Challenge. Use your imagination and creativity using one, two or all three words that may or may not be related. There are no restrictions regarding length, style, or genre, though please keep it family friendly. Tag your responses with 3TC, #threethingschallenge or TTC, and you can add my logo […]

Three Things Challenge #M769

BOTHER

INFEST

NUISANCE

Bothered by the infest of thoughts

A nuisance that never seems to fade

Chasing peace, but it cannot be caught

These worries, in my mind, have made a trade

-M.A.D.

Poetry

Paul the Porcupine: Three Things Challenge #M765

Welcome to the daily Three Things Challenge. Use your imagination and creativity using one, two or all three words that may or may not be related. There are no restrictions regarding length, style, or genre, though please keep it family friendly. Tag your responses with 3TC, #threethingschallenge or TTC, and you can add my logo […]

Three Things Challenge #M765

PLAN
PLANE
PLANET

Paul the porcupine had a plan

He was going to build a plane

To leave this planet and head to Pluto

A daring journey, he was determined to go

-M.A.D.

Poetry

Beauty of Gymnastics

Special thanks to my collaborator on this Rengay, Anthony

https://empathmuch.wordpress.com/

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In graceful motion

Bodies twist and soar through air

Gymnasts defy bounds

All contorting as they move 

In a synchronized ballet…

-MAD/AAA 07/28/2024

Poetry

Inner Tranquility

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https://empathmuch.wordpress.com/

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Tranquil state of mind

Breathing slow, letting go stress

Relaxation flows

Thoughts of calmness surround me

Enveloping me in peace…

-MAD/AAA 07/28/2024

Art, Poetry

Cute Olaf

In the land of snow and frost,
Olaf the snowman is never lost.
With his bright smile and carrot nose,
Through icy hills and frozen throes.

He loves warm hugs and sunny days,
But never melts in the sun’s rays.
Olaf’s heart is big and true,
Bringing laughter to me and you.

-M.A.D.

Poetry

Frustrate

Words unspoken,
Emotions buried deep,
Frustration simmers.
With you, I feel lost.
Communication fails,
Broken promises hurt.

-M.A.D.

Poetry

Yearning for Purpose

Special thanks to my collaborator on this Rengay, Anthony

https://empathmuch.wordpress.com/

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Yearning for purpose

To be relied upon brings

Fulfillment and joy

And all of its pressures too

I’m caught in its paradox…

-MAD/AAA 07/28/2024

Poetry

A Hunger: Three Things Challenge #M770

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Three Things Challenge #M770

SOLITARY
HUGE
HUNGER

A hunger has begun, deep and strong,
To chase the dreams where I belong.
Huge things to be had, far and wide,
Even if I must journey alone, with pride.

Poetry

Aww of Nature’s Stage 

Special thanks to my collaborator on this Rengay, Anthony

https://empathmuch.wordpress.com/

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Gentle lilies float

On tranquil waters they rest

Nature’s beauty shown

The stages have all been set 

In creation’s miracles

-MAD/AAA 07/28/2024

Poetry

Petunia the Pig: Three Things Challenge #M767

Welcome to the daily Three Things Challenge. Use your imagination and creativity using one, two or all three words that may or may not be related. There are no restrictions regarding length, style, or genre, though please keep it family friendly. Tag your responses with 3TC, #threethingschallenge or TTC, and you can add my logo […]

Three Things Challenge #M767

MESS
MUDDY
MUCK

Petunia the pig, so round and so pink,
Loves to splash in the mud, it’s her favorite drink.
Leaving a messy trail wherever she strays,
Causing mayhem for others in so many ways.

With a snort and a giggle, she’ll roll in the mire,
Leaving behind a scene that others must admire.
But despite the chaos she tends to incite,
Petunia’s joyful spirit is always warm and bright.

So let her revel in her muddy spree,
For Petunia the pig is happy as can be.

M.A.D.

Art, Poetry

Artwork & Poem Grumpy Bear

In the forest deep and green,
Lives a bear, not very serene.
Grumpy is his name, you see,
With a frown as big as can be.

He grumbles and growls all day,
Chasing joy and laughter away.
But deep inside, he longs for cheer,
Hoping happiness will soon appear.

With friends by his side, he starts to learn,
That love and caring are things he can earn.
Though grumpy he may always seem,
In his heart, he holds a caring dream.

-M.A.D.