Poetry

Wings of Authenticity


Bashful butterflies flutter about,
yearning to befriend others,
yet their fears hold them back each time.

All they desire is to be liked,
but they struggle to understand how.
In their quest, they try to become someone they are not.

Little did they know that this was not the way
until they stumbled upon a garden bright,
where colors danced in the warm sunlight.
Among the blossoms, a wise old bee
whispered gently, “Just be free.

Embrace your colors, your gentle sway,
for the truest friends will love you as you play.
No need to change, no mask to wear,
your heartfelt spirit is beyond compare.”

With newfound courage, they spread their wings,
navigating blooms and the joy it brings.
No longer bashful, they twirled in delight,
finding friendships that felt just right.

Together they laughed, together they soared,
in a world where love was the greatest reward.
So remember, dear friend, in your own special way,
authenticity is what helps you play.

Challenges

Missy’s MAD Challenge # 050

Every week, a creative prompt will be offered for you to unleash your imagination and artistic skills. 

You can share your response in the form of art or any creative expression that the prompt inspires.

There are no restrictions and no deadlines, so feel free to take your time and enjoy the creative process.

Remember to label your response with #missysmadchallenge.

Your challenge for this week

  • I finally opened up my heart after…
Commentary

The Daily Extra #21

At the Box Office

On July 8, 2000, Scary Movie was the top movie at the box office. The slasher parody film is based on the popular slasher films Scream and I Know What You Did Last Summer.

Poetry

House to Home

House
Cozy, Spacious
Furnishing, Hosting, Maintaining
Residence, Shelter, Sanctuary, Haven
Cherishing, Decorating, Gathering
Comfortable, Inviting
Home

Commentary

The Daily Extra #20

Andrew Johnson was buried with his head on the Constitution

“The 17th president died on July 31, 1875, and per his instructions, his body was wrapped in the American flag, and a copy of the Constitution was placed under his head. Here are a few more astonishing facts about U.S. presidents“. – Reader’s Digest 50 Weird Facts That Most People Don’t Know

Poetry

Ripple of Kindness

Wave to people
Who need
Happiness,

A gentle touch,
A smile,
Peace.

Share your light
When shadows
Fall,

A soothing call
Kindness echoes
Always

In moments quiet,
Where silence
Reigns,

A wave of warmth
Can ease
Pains.

Lift your hand,
Let spirits
Rise,

For every wave
Can change
Lives

Commentary

The Daily Extra #19

18 The oldest goldfish lived to be 43 years old

“In the U.K., a goldfish named Tish, the beloved pet of Hilda and Gordon Hand, died in 1999, making her the longest living goldfish, according to Guinness World Records. The Hand family got Tish in 1956, after their son Peter won the fish at a fair.”  – Readers Digest 50 Weird Facts That Most People Don’t Know

Poetry

A Sacred Space of Love

Love is a wonderful thing to have
Someone there for you no matter what
To stick with you through thick and thin

In laughter and in tears, they stay,
A gentle hand to guide the way,
With every step, a shared embrace,
In love, we’ve found our sacred space.

Poetry, Word of the Day

Mischievous Ways of Rich

There once was a fellow named Rich,
Whose ways were a bit of a glitch.
He’d sneak and he’d snitch,
With a mischievous pitch,
In games, he was quite the switch!

Commentary

The Daily Extra # 18

The Caesar Salad was invented in Mexico

“You may think the Caesar salad comes from Italy, but it was actually created in Tijuana, Mexico by Italian immigrant and restauranteur Caesar Cardini. On the evening of July 4, 1924, Cardini, the owner of Caesar’s Place, was under pressure to serve an influx of Californians who were looking for a break from Prohibition. On the fly, he whipped up a salad using romaine lettuce and whatever ingredients he had, including garlic-flavored oil, eggs, Parmesan cheese, lemons and Worchester sauce. Word travelled fast and the Caesar salad became a sensation from coast to coast.” – Readers Digest 50 Weird Facts That Most People Don’t Know