Poetry

Banana Stroll

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banana

A banana went out for a stroll,
In a jacket that brightened its soul.
But it slipped on a peel,
And said with great zeal,
“I still make a great smoothie, I’m whole!”

Poetry

Journey into the Mind  

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In my mind, a journey unfolds,
A tale of warmth or fright it holds.
By day and night, a mystery clear,
With joy and strength, or doubt and fear.

In bright moments, confidence glows,
While shadows of doubt creep in, it shows.
Two paths I tread, one calm, one wild,
A journey of hearts, both fierce and mild.

Missy's MAD Challenge

Missy’s MAD Challenge # 049

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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

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The Daily Extra #14

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Fun Fact

 “The Star-Spangled Banner” is set to the tune of “To Anacreon in Heaven,” a piece originally composed around 1775 as the official song of the Anacreontic Society, an English musicians’ club.

Poetry

Silly Kitty

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I once found an enchanted upper,
That turned my cat into a playful cur.
But when I drank from the mystical cup,
I accidentally cast a feline curse.

Now my kitty’s stuck in a silly spin,
Chasing tails with a mischievous grin.
I wish I could reverse this furry curse,
And return my pet to its normal purr.

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Opposed to Division

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opposed

I see some standing tall and proud,
Believing they’re better, speaking loud.
I’m opposed to such a view,
For kindness shines in me and you.

With heads held high, they turn away,
Ignoring love’s sweet, gentle sway.
In every heart, we share a song,
In unity, we all belong.

Let’s lift each other, hand in hand,
Together strong, together stand.
In this wide world of different faces,
True strength comes from our warm embraces.

Poetry

Flickering Hope

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I dream of a world,
Where every soul is equal,
Harmony and peace.

But alas, it’s not,
Hatred brews in the shadows,
Divides us so deep.

Differences arise,
People turn against each other,
Hearts closed, vision blurred.

I don’t see the change,
Hope flickers like a small flame,
Yet still, I hold on.

Poetry

Wanderer’s Whispers

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The serene scene makes me want to wander
To see the beauty of the world and ponder

The gentle breeze whispers secrets untold,
As nature’s wonders unfold, bright and bold.

Feet crunching along as they walk the path
Hoping time does not get cut in half

For there are many wonders yet to be seen,
In the whispers of dreams that dance in between.

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Embracing the Dawn

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Checkpoint

At a checkpoint, I now stand,
With memories gathered like grains of sand.
The past, though etched in every line,
Is a tale I’m ready to redefine.

Each moment’s weight begins to lift,
I seek the present, a precious gift.
Letting go of shadows that linger near,
I embrace the dawn, the path is clear.

What comes next is mine to choose,
A canvas wide, no fear to lose.
With every step, I feel the sun,
A journey anew has just begun.

So here I am, with open heart,
In this chapter, I play my part.
The past behind me, I take a breath,
In living fully, I conquer death.

Poetry

Unplugging Bliss

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In chaos, I find my way,
With pencil and music, I sway.
Lines on paper, thoughts set free,
A moment of peace, just for me.

Nature’s whispers, soft and true,
Joshua’s embrace, skies so blue.
A park bench calls, the world unfolds,
In quiet moments, my heart consoled.

Learning to pause, a tender art,
Breathing in calm, it soothes my heart.
In stillness, I gather, I rise above,
Finding my center, wrapped in love.