Poetry

Passion’s Light

Special thanks to my collaborator on this Rengay, Anthony
https://empathmuch.wordpress.com/

Ecstasy revealed
Heart’s delight unleashed in joy
Soul’s blissful embrace
Passions burn, so brilliantly
That their light never goes out…

-MAD/AAA 09/13/2024

Poetry

Knocked Down (Hard)

Special thanks to my collaborator on this Rengay, Anthony
https://empathmuch.wordpress.com/

Forceful impact’s sound
Resonating through the air
Strength and power shown
Reeling back from the hard blow
Falling on cold hard asphalt…

-MAD/AAA 09/13/2024
Poetry

Finding Peace and Calm

When the weight of life becomes too much,
And my mind feels burdened, longing for a touch
Of peace and solace, I know what to do
To unplug and find a sense of renewal.

Drawing and music, a perfect blend,
Help my thoughts unwind, allowing me to mend
The frayed edges of my restless mind,
Bringing a sense of calm, that’s hard to find.

Nature, too, holds the key
To unplug and set my spirit free.
In Joshua Tree’s vast expanse,
I find a refreshing, revitalizing dance.

When I can’t journey to such a place,
A local park becomes my space
To sit on a bench and admire the view,
And let nature’s tranquility flow through.

Learning the importance of unplugging,
I now make it a practice, never budging
From prioritizing my peace of mind,
To prevent feeling overwhelmed, I’m inclined.

-M.A.D.

Challenges, Poetry

Three Things Challenge #M813

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 #M813

FARMER
TRACTOR
HORSE

The farmer works the land with care,
His trusty tractor roaring there.
The horse beside him, strong and true,
Together they know just what to do.

Through fields of green, they plow and sow,
Guided by the sun’s bright glow.
Harvest time comes, the fruits are ripe,
Thanks to the farmer, his tractor, and the horse’s might.

MAD

Poetry

Lesson Learned

Daily writing prompt
Share a lesson you wish you had learned earlier in life.

A lesson I wish I had learned earlier in life is that I can’t please everyone. It took me a while to realize that no matter what I do, there will always be people who are unsatisfied or disagree with me. I have gotten better at this, but it’s something that I still am working on. I must focus on being true to myself and my values rather than seeking validation from others.

MAD

Poetry

Three Things Challenge #M814

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 #M814

BLANK
KNIFE
SHARP

Blank canvas awaits
Knife poised, ready to create
Sharp strokes carve new life
Expression flows from within
Artistic vision revealed

MAD

Poetry

Reconnect

Special thanks to my collaborator on this Rengay, Anthony
https://empathmuch.wordpress.com/

One plus one is two.

Reunion for me and you.

What else could we do?

reconnect in every way

enoying time together

-AAA/MAD 9/13/24

Poetry

Nature’s Oasis

Special thanks to my collaborator on this Rengay, Anthony
https://empathmuch.wordpress.com/

Sweet lilacs beckon.

As soft tall grasses call me.

The trees wave welcome.

wanting them to calm you down

enjoy, peace and solitude

-AAA/MAD 9/13/24

Poetry

Embracing Silence

Special thanks to my collaborator on this Rengay, Anthony
https://empathmuch.wordpress.com/

Sit quiet alone.

Do not speak a single word.

Not a syllable.

Breathe in positivity

Breathe out negativity

-AAA/MAD 9/13/24

Poetry

Yummy Food

What are your favorite types of foods?

I enjoy various foods, but some favorites include Italian and Mexican. I also have a sweet tooth for desserts like cheesecake and Red velevt cake.

MAD

Poetry

Serendipitous Dance

Special thanks to my collaborator on this Rengay, Anthony
https://empathmuch.wordpress.com/

Time cannot stand still,
It is always in motion,
Serendipitous.
Nature’s rhythm moves us all,
In a dance of endless time.

-AAA/MAD 9/13/24

Challenges, Poetry

Three Things Challenge #M815

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 #M815

KERNEL
KEEP
KEROSENE

Keep the kerosene on.
We need to pop the popcorn
to have a great time
watching Lassie.

MAD