Talons grab at me
Razor sharp ripping my flesh
What of me is left?
How much more can I give, till
I waste away to nothing???
AAA/MAD
Wasting
Month: February 2026
Juicy Apple
Red, round, juicy apple,
delicious with each bite—
a crisp burst of sweetness
satisfying your taste buds
until the next meal arrives.
Always waiting in the bowl,
always a healthy snack to have.
The Daily 2/22/26
Everything you’ve ever wanted is on the other side of fear.”- George Addair
Interviews done as part of a 2023 study by the UK’s University of Exeter and Channel 4 revealed that one major trigger of the Sunday scaries was getting work-related emails over the weekend- so keep your computer shut down on your days off.
If it doesn’t challenge me, inspire me, or let me be creative, my brain quietly leaves the room
Socialize
Shindigs causing alarm within you
Opening up to others is challenging
Conversational talk makes you think they are judging
Introductions are the worst, where to go from there
Allowing yourself to breathe becomes the first step
Letting the moment unfold without pressure
Inviting small courage to sit beside the fear
Zoning out less as you ground yourself again
Eventually realizing connection doesn’t have to hurt
Spirits
Spirits lift us up
Or they will tear us all down
Be ever cautious
You might end up facedown,
Choose wisely, my friend, choose well…
AAA/MAD
Heart ❤️
Now, let me
in your
heart
We are destined
to be
together
Hold
my trembling
hope
The Daily 2/21/26
“The bad news is time flies. The good news is you’re the pilot.” – Michael Altshuler
Cows are usually known for their personality or their ability to be trained- but Ghost, a charming bovine in Nebraska, was taught by owner Megan Reimann to perform 10 tricks. Ghost can come when called, spin, nod her head, and even bow. She did it all and more in just one minute in March 2023, setting the record for mist tricks performed by a cow in that time span
Trust and Honesty
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Trust, never taken
Instead, it’s given freely
Shared among us all
Be cautious; don’t do something
That will make them not trust you…
AAA/MAD 09/27/2024
The Daily 2/20/26
“The most important thing in life is to stop saying ‘I wish’ and start saying ‘I will’. Consider nothing impossible then treat possibilities as probabilities.” -Charles Dickens
In 1943, to conserve copper and nickel for the war effort, the US Mint began producing pennies made of zinc-coated steel. However, a small number of copper-alloy coins were inadvertently struck during that time. Today, a 1943 copper-alloy penny can potentially be valued at around $336,000.
Young in Time
Row a boat
Row the river
River flows gently
River sparkles under the sun
Sun shining in the spring
sun brightens days
Days of enjoyment
Days of our youth
Youth of a nation
Youth is vibrant
Vibrant colors
Vibrant dreams
Dreams of the future
Dreams do come true
True Love
True life
Life to live
Life of love
Love to life
Love language
Language of connection
Language shapes thoughts
thoughts create experiences
Thoughts spark creativity
Creativity inspires innovation
Creativity creates connections
Connections for life
Connections create bonds
Bonds for Life
Bonds of Trust
Trust is key
Trust in yourself
Yourself, in the mirror
Yourself at peace
Peace and Love
Peace in your heart
Heart of gold
Heart in the right place
Place of love
place of growth
growth of a person
growth of a Nation
Nation in fear
Nation lost
Lost in time
Lost forever
Forever young
Forever in time
Time
Young
The Daily 2/19
“All our dreams can come true if we have the courage to pursue them.”- Walt Disney
In 2002, Steven Spielberg enrolled at California State University, Long Beach, and he earned his credits by turning in assignments under a pseudonym. For his advanced filmmaking class, he submitted his Best Picture winner, Schindler’s List ( 1993)
Gumball Machine
Oh, gumball machine,
Colors bright, pure delight.
Twist, clink, candy land,
Children’s smiles at your command.
The Daily 2/18/26
“When we get to the end of the story, you will know more than you do now…” – Hans Christian Andersen, The Snow Queen
Ernie Hudson, known for his role as Winston in the original Ghostbusters (1984), auditioned to voice his character in the animated series The Real Ghostbusters. However, the director felt that his voice didn’t match Winston’s enough, so the role was ultimately given to Arsenio Hall.
Dancing Sprites
Dancing sprites abound
All basking in blinding light
Making day of night
Show the way for those in need
Let them guide you to greatness…
AAA/MAD 09/27/2024
The Daily 2/17/26
“With a smile and a song, life is just like a bright sunny day. Your cares fade away.” – Snow White
Collegedale, Tennessee, is the proud home of Little Debbie Park, a unique and whimsical destination for families. The park is designed around playful structures that resemble giant versions of popular Little Debbie snacks, including Cosmic Brownies, Oatmeal Creme Pies, and Nutty Buddy Bars. Children can explore and enjoy these creative play areas, which offer a fun and imaginative environment where the sweetness of these treats comes to life in the form of vibrant playground attractions. Whether climbing on the Cosmic Brownie or sliding down the Oatmeal Creme Pie, the park promises a delightful experience for kids of all ages..
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