Poetry

Chasing Joy

My dog runs fast, he loves to play

With wagging tail, he leaps so high

Chasing butterflies that flicker by

My dog runs fast, he loves to play

With wagging tail, he leaps so high

Wanting to see how high he can go

Catching those butterflies are his top priority

With wagging tail, he leaps so high

My dog runs fast, he loves to play

With wagging tail, he leaps so high

Chasing butterflies that flicker by

My dog runs fast, he loves to play

Poetry

Night of Whispers

In the quiet cradle of night,
Where shadows weave their whispers,
Dream, a fragile thread of silver,
Dances between realms unseen.

Fleeting visions, stars collide,
Ephemeral echoes of longing sigh,
A tapestry spun in cosmic gold,
Carried on the wings of a lullaby.

In the heart of slumbering woods,
Where the moonlight casts its glow,
Unraveled fantasies take flight,
As time slips softly, sweet and slow.

Veils of hope and distant light,
Collide in a symphony of sight,
Oh, to wander in the glades of mind,
To chase the shadows, leave behind.

Awake, yet lost in reverie,
In the realm where dreams unfold,
Embrace the magic, let it be,
For in each dream, the world is told.

Poetry

Stony Brook

Special thanks to my collaborator on this Renku, Anthony mylovexpressionsblog.wordpress.com

Winding through the stones
Gentle secrets softly flow
Life’s pulse in each drop
Crisp icy waters flow by
Carrying some fallen leaves…
-MAD/AAA 06/02/2025

Poetry

Genuine Bond of Friendship

The love of a friend is rare and true,
They see you for who you are, no need to change.
They stand beside you through highs and lows,
And speak the truth, even when it stings.

Through laughter shared and memeories made.
A bond that time cannot erase.
In simple moments, joy shines bright,
A steady light in life’s embrace

Poetry, Three Things Challenge

In the Pit of Light

Your three words today are:
PUT
PAT
PIT

Put your worries in the past,
Pat your heart—it beats so fast.
In the pit of doubt, let go at last.

Place your dreams where stars align,
Pat the soil where roots entwine.
In the pit of fear, you’ll brightly shine.

Plant your footsteps, firm and strong,
Pat the rhythm and sing along.
In the pit of darkness, you’ll find where you belong.

Poetry, Three Things Challenge

Blind Creature’s Dance

Your final three words this week are:
BIND
BLIND
ABOUND

There once was a creature quite blind,
In a world where no limits defined.
With friends all around,
They danced and they bound,
In adventures together, they twined.

Poetry

Wide Open

Special thanks to my collaborator on this Renku, Anthony mylovexpressionsblog.wordpress.com

Wide fields kiss the sky
Daisies dance in warm sunlight
Nature’s quilt unfolds
Greeted by deafened silence
With only the wind speaking…
-MAD/AAA

Poetry

Drippity Drop

Drippity drop, off to trot,

Skipping puddles, lost in thought.

Nowhere in sight, yet off to seek,

Wandering dreams, mild and meek.

Drippity drop, whispers grow,

Patterns in the rain that only I know.

What to do? I do not say—

Drippity drop, and I’m swept away.

Poetry

Listen to Your Heart

In the quiet moments, take a part,
And listen closely to your heart.
Your mind may wander, restless and free,
But it often craves chaos, can’t you see?

Thoughts like storms may swirl and spin,
Breeding doubts and worries deep within.
Yet your heart whispers, soft and clear,
Guiding you gently, drawing you near.

When confusion reigns and chaos calls,
Let your heart’s truth break down the walls.
It knows the way, through joy and strife,
Leading you toward a peaceful life.

So pause, reflect, let feelings start,
And always trust the words of your heart.
For in its depth, you’ll find what’s right,
A shining path, your guiding light.

Poetry

Silent Wishes Under the Stars


A twinkling star bright at night.
Where everyone makes their wishes.
So they do not end up in plight
Deeply wanting all the riches
Whispered hopes in silent ambition
A guiding light for all who dream.
In the dark, I silently wish.
As the moon casts its silver gleam.

Missy's MAD Challenge

Missy’s MAD Challenge # 044

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 know how it feels to be in his shoes