Life

This is one of the longer group of poems, because life is a long chapter. There are so many things that happen in one lifetime. We go through so much, and there are many different areas we can cover about life. These are my poems that I thought best fit in the chapter of Life.

Index/Poems

A Better Understanding (2002)

A Book To Read (2017)

A Changing Mood (2013)

A Compassionate Touch (2018)

A Contact List (2013)

A Cup Of Tea (2004)

A Dandelion (2004)

A DVD Is For Me (2019)

A Feather Blowing (2005)

A Funeral Poem (2012)

A Good Nurses Aide (2003)

A Human Being (2011)

A Journey Of Self Discovery (2012)

A Kaleidoscope of Colours (2004)

A Little Money (2016)

A Long Road Traveled (2005)

A Memory And A Song (2022)

A Mind Fully (2006)

A Much Bigger Plan (2004)

A New Beginning (2012)

A New Beginning (2017) different poem

A Part Of Me (2004)

A Piece Of Pie (2011)

A Pigeon Stared At Me (2010)

A Place For Everyone (2004)

A Place Not To Be (2016)

A Point Of View (2010)

A Private Poem (2019)

A Soul On A Mission (2004)

A Sticky Situation (2010)

A Test Of Fate (2006)

A Victory In Life's Game (2013)

A Will (2017)

A Wondrous Journey (2004)

Acceptance (2006)

Accepting (2002)

After Graduation (2014)

After School (2010)

Age Is Just A Number (2014)

Always Be You (2017)

An Instrumental Life (2002)

Angels On Your Pillow (2002)

As Long As We Try (2013)

Autumn's Journey (2014)

Be You (2016)

Beauty (2004)

Because You Are Alive (2006)

Before You Pass Away (2009)

Being A Good Clerk (2014)

Belief (2006)

Believing (2006)

Best To Be (2004)

Blessings In Disguise (2003)

Blowing Bubbles (2015)

Brush Away The Fear (2005)

Casting The Stone (2003)

Cell Phone (2003)

Cemetery Memories (2002)

Challenges (2018)

Challenges Of The Soul (2007)

Change, Anyone? (2004)

Changes (2004)

Changes Anew (2009)

Cherish Each Moment (2022)

Cherokee Daughter (2006)

Choices (2013)

Choices To Make (2017)

Class Reunion (2003)

Comfort In A Friend (2014)

Competition (2014)

Created To Be Unique (2016)

Dead Cat (2001)

Dead Resident (2017)

Detour (2023)

Disappointment And Surprise (2004)

Do The Best You Can (2004)

Don't Be So Paranoid (2024)

Don't Call Us (2003)

Don't Drink And Drive (2015)

Don't Get Caught Up In The Fog (2021)

Don't Hold A Grudge (2024)

Don't Laugh At Them (2015)

Don't Live With Regret (2017)

Don't Take For Granted (2002)

Don't Talk Down To Me (2023)

Dream Revival (2004)

Drink To Your Health (2016)

Each Moment (2003)

Earth Song (2004)

Eat It Your Way (2004)

Emotional Roller Coaster (2004)

Empty Out Your Pockets (2004)

Enjoy And Have Fun (2016)

Every Now And Then (2005)

Everybody Has A Story (2017)

Everybody Is A Star (2016)

Everyone Has Baggage (2012)

Everyone We Meet (2012)

Expressions (2015)

Fear Is Just A Word (2014)

Filled With Lies (2003)

Food Spoils (2014)

Free To Choose (2004)

Friends (2004)

Friends And Family (2001)

Garage Sale (2009)

Good Day (2001)

Good In Every Day (2013)

Growing Old (2012)

Guide Me On My Journey (2004)

Half Elsewhere (2006)

Here On Earth (2011)

Higher Expectations (2001)

I Don't Use Make Up (2021)

I Remember You (2004)

Ideas, Truths, & Experiences (2015)

If I Were In Your Shoes (2011)

Individual Spirit (2003)

Inner Self (2002)

Inside Their Soul (2012)

Interchanging Spirits (2003)

Intersections (2012)

It's The Right Move (2015)

Journey Of A Lifetime (2022)

Joy In Every Day (2009)

Judgment Eyes (2002)

Just Breathe (2012)

Kismet (2003)

Lay Down To Rest (2013)

Let Freedom Ring True (2013)

Let Your Will Carry You (2006)

Life And After (2004)

Life Comes First (2022)

Life Ebbs Away (2007)

Life Experienced Journey (2006)

Life Is A Gift (2010)

Life Is Amazing (2004)

Life Is But A Test (2004)

Life Is Hard (2008)

Life Is Like A Camera (2012)

Life Is Never Forever (2023)

Life Is Your Classmate (2014)

Life Isn't Easy (2017)

Life'$ Lottery (2011)

Life's A Stage (2004)

Life's Car (2003)

Life's Celebration (2006)

Life's Circle (2004)

Life's Circle (2006) different poem

Life's Greater Plan (2003)

Life's Hard Choices (2015)

Life's Highway (2012)

Life's Light (2004)

Life's Route (2002)

Life's Walk (2006)

Lifetime Guarantee (2004)

Light In My Soul (2004)

Light In The Window (2003)

Lighten Up With Laughter (2014)

Like A Candle (2003)

Like A Snowflake (2006)

Listen To Your Body (2019)

Little Things (2002)

Living In A Box (2004)

Make It Your Own (2015)

Make No Apologies For Who You Are (2007)

Makes Us Feel Alive (2003)

Making The Difference (2006)

Making The Right Choice (2024)

Many Changes (2005)

Many Pass Our Way (2013)

Map Of Life (2003)

Masturbation (2015)

Meant To Be (2004)

Memories (2011)

Mind Your Own Business (2018)

Minding The Store (2003)

Mold Your Life (2003)

More To Everybody's Story (2017)

Moving On (2002)

My Party, Alone (2013)

Nothing Lasts Forever (2004)

Obituary (2021)

Old Timer's Song (2006)

On The Fence (2017)

One Another's Song (2004)

One Day At A Time (2014)

One Foot (2019)

One Piece (2009)

Our Beliefs Mold Us (2007)

Our Journey Has Many Paths (2015)

Passing (2001)

Path Of Life (2005)

Pay It Forward (2024)

Peace Of Mind ((2002)

Peaceful And Serene (2003)

People (2022)

Perception Changes (2018)

Perception Of The Soul (2020)

Persnickety (2024)

Personality (2016)

Picturing The Spirit (2005)

Piecemeal (2011)

Precious Is The Time (2014)

Precious Is This Life (2003)

Promises Pulling Out Each Weed (2022)

Pure Spirit (2004)

Put Yourself In My Position (2013)

Quotes (2015)

Reach For It (2007)

Read Me (2019)

Rely On The Soul (2004)

Remember The Times (2004)

Reminisce (2022)

Repercussions (2014)

Responsibility And Respect (2002)

Revolving Door (2003)

Right From The Start (2006)

Sail Ahead (2004)

Seeing What Is There (2007)

Seize This Moment (2005)

She Talks To Trees (2021)

Snowflakes And Fingerprints (2005)

Song Of Hope (2003)

Soul Personality (2014)

Soul Purpose (2010)

Soul Success (2006)

Soul Survivor (2003)

Soul's Eyes (2005)

Souls In Disguise (2004)

Spirit At Play (2006)

Spiritual Beauty (2001)

Spiritual Crossroad (2002)

Spiritual Flow (2005)

Star Gazers (2004)

Stranger Than Fiction (2004)

Success Of The Soul (2014)

Suck It Up (2015)

Suicide Lament (2004)

Sweat (2015)

Take Time (2021)

Take Time To See (2012)

Tattered Wings (2006)

Teach Your Children (2002)

Telephone Is Ringing (2003)

Temporary Vessels (2004)

Thank You God (2005)

The Ageless Spirit (2002)

The Bed (2002)

The Calendar (2003)

The Candle Of Life (1995)

The Challenges Of The Soul (2006)

The Child (2003)

The Circle Drive (2006)

The Clock (2002)

The Color Of Life's Music (2003)

The Comfort Zone (2002)

The Common Thread (2002)

The Dandelion's Song (2006)

The Dark Hole (2009)

The Divine Truth (2007)

The Dream Of Life (2004)

The Earthly Plane (2004)

The Elevator Of Life (2004)

The Enemy Within (2018)

The Gift (2001)

The Gift Of Christmas (2015)

The Gift Of Giving (2004)

The Glasses Fell (2004)

The Greater Universe (2003)

The Greatest Gift Of All (2005)

The Greatest Trip (2003)

The Grudge (2014)

The Gun (2022)

The Heart Of These Hands (2017)

The Homeless (2021)

The Illusion Of Life (2007)

The Journey Of Self Discovery (2012)

The Key To Life (2013)

The Key To The Universe (2022)

The Kitchen Tool (2020)

The Life That You Touch (2007)

The Life You Made (2006)

The Light At The End Of The Tunnel (2005)

The Light From Heaven (2009)

The Missing Piece (2004)

The Mountain (2022)

The Power To Be (2022)

The Puzzle Of Life (2008)

The Recluse (2007)

The Right Time (2005)

The Ring Bearer (2001)

The Room (2003)

The Rules Of The Game (2009)

The Rumors (2008)

The School Of Life (2005)

The Spoken Word (2005)

The Stone (2002)

The Swinger (2010)

The Tapestry Of Life (2009)

The Tree Of Life (2021)

The Trials Of Love (2016)

The Ugly Head Of Jealousy (2003)

The Universal Blessings (2006)

The Walk Of Life (2006)

The Web Of Love (2004)

The Word (2002)

The World Has Changed (2022)

Their Gift (2004)

Their Life's Story (2013)

There's Always Good Things (2021)

These Changes (2014)

They Took Her Away (2010)

Things We Need To Let Go (2019)

Think Positive (2014)

Think Positive (2023)

This Life (2002)

This World Of Madness (2001)

Those Who Pass Our Way (2009)

Through The Cemetery (2012)

Time Away (2014)

Time Capsule (2022)

Time Is Patience (2006)

Time Takes A Hold (2011)

To Be Free (2015)

To Help You Through (2005)

Too Much Perfume (2015)

Tragedies Can Be Blessings (2009)

Tranquility (2006)

Two Sides To Know (2003)

Tying Up Loose Ends (2014)

Unanswered Questions (2024)

Universal Blessings (2006)

Universal Treasures (2016)

Walk The Walk (2004)

Wasted Moments (2022)

Waves Upon The Shore (2005)

We Can Fly (2014)

We Have Wings (2011)

We Live By The Code (2006)

We're All Travelers (2003)

What Are They? (2009)

What Do You Believe (2009)

What Do You See (2019)

What Is Life All About (2006)

What We Become (2018)

What We're Living For (2004)

What You Deserve (2015)

Whatever (2003)

What's Good For Them (2014)

When The Walls Close In (2016)

When You Get Old (2015)

When You've Gone Away (2007)

Where Angels Are Found (2003)

Where Did The Time Go? (2017)

Where We Will Go (2004)

Who We Are (2015)

Why Make Life Harder (2013)

Windows And Walls (2005)

With Every Choice (2010)

Within Our Time (2014)

Words (2011)

Words People Use (2007)

World Gone Mad (2020)

Years That Passed (2004)

You Don't Want Your Picture Taken (2010)

You Have The Power (2002)

Your Attitude (2017)

Your Inner Self (2002)

Your Inner Voice (2003)

Your Journey Can't End Yet (2012)

Your Memory (2012)

Your Own Space (2002)

Your Time Is Precious (2006)

You've Got To Live (2003)

You've Won A Million Dollars (2022)

A Better Understanding

I don't understand everything that you do

Only that you are simply being you

What is really wrong, or what is really right

How strong are the forces, that guide you in the light

I don't understand, everything that I do

I go with a feeling that seems to come through

Sometimes we must learn what is right and what is wrong

And find and fix our weaknesses, so that we'll be strong

I don't understand tragedies, and the reasons why

Why they're always happening, and why they make us cry

Is it to show appreciation, for all that is here each day

For in our world of light, there must also be some gray

I don't understand why people hurt us, with the words they say

Is it so we can overcome the pain, in a certain way

To show that we have feelings, deep within our heart

For it's not really the ending, but a brand new start

Understanding our life, and the wherefore and the why

Helps us to carry on our lives, and makes us want to try

So when you are motionless and still, and left alone and standing

Maybe you should open up your mind, for A Better Understanding

Sometimes all we need is to better understand something, to truly

know why things are as they are. Once we do, we can move on.

A Book To Read

As I pick up a book to read

I'm always amazed at where it will lead

Those authors take us for quite a ride

Between the covers, on the inside

The words, they flow, and off we go

And where we go, only the authors know

They write it with their readers in mind

It's up to us, in what we find

Imagination is a creative force

With lots of magic, of course

A quest for a magic ring

A powerful Wizard, or anything

The images that come to our mind

Are written there, for us to find

They come to life, within our brain

All because of what those words contain

Let's read the next chapter, before we go to bed

Everything that's happening, is going through my head

What will happen next, I need to know

I'll read another chapter, before I go

I can't put this book down

As it gets later, I wear a frown

I fall asleep, with a dreamy look on my face

The book falls from my hands, and I lose my place

And normally when it falls from your hands, it wakes

you up from your nap. It's all because of great authors,

that we find ourselves up late into the early morning

hours reading a great book. Because of their great

imagination, we get to explore a wonderful book.

A Changing Mood

by Bud Lemire on April 9, 2013

Some days there is a changing mood

When everything you do feels rude

It is when little things irritate you

No matter what you seem to do

We all seem to have those days

When we look back it's like a haze

We wonder why it happened that way

Words and reactions come out that day

They say it's normal if it should be

Understanding it is the key

Let it pass and truly know

Days like that will come and go

Accept that as one of those

A weed found among the rose

Not all days can be just right

There comes some dim among the light

Realize that on each day

Your body changes in some way

Although some day you may seem rude

Put it down to a changing mood

Some days we all have changing moods

For me, they don't come very often

Accept them and know them as your “off” days.

A Compassionate Touch

We're in need of, A Compassionate Touch

For those going through, so very much

So many people, truly don't understand

This knowledge must reach them, and then expand

How can you really, understand what they go through

You're not in their shoes, and they are not you

Many times you only know a part

When you do understand, you touch their heart

For someone, who's illness, is so very strong

Feeling so weak, they need your song

A touch of compassion, a listening ear

Because in their reality, they have so much to fear

Every day, has a difficult choice within

Neither choices are ones you can win

“Seeing so many Doctors, they experiment on me”

“Sometimes it backfires, but it was worth it to see”

You see, people judge without knowing the story complete

I find myself always having to repeat

Still I can't sink it into their head

So many don't get it, I turn away in frustration instead

Just remember this, you don't know everything

A better understanding, is what everyone should bring

Learn to realize, and thank you very much

To look upon each person, with a Compassionate Touch

We truly need a Compassionate Touch. People need to know

that we truly don't know what the other person has gone through.

How can we judge them, without knowing the whole story. We have

no clue of all they have gone through. Once we are knowing, then we

are growing. Let's grow together and understand them better.

A Contact List

You never know, when it's your time to go

It's best to have a contact list, of people you know

Be prepared, in case it happens to you

It's the proper procedure, of what you should do

In case if emergency, have someone to call

It may be something, like even a fall

A heart attack, or something else too

A family member or close friend, should be there for you

Have a phone number, somewhere nearby

So they can be notified, and they'll know why

They'll come to your side, right away

Put things in order, on any day

Best to be prepared, and have a plan

In case anything happens, you'll know you can

Be in touch, just in case

A friend in need, and a warm embrace

So have your list around

An easy place to be found

I smile with pride, and hold up my fist

I play it safe, with A Contact List

Be sure to have a Contact List on hand.

As you get older, you can easily be hurt.

A fall, a heart attack, etc. Whatever it is,

either you or someone who finds you,

will know who to call. A relative or

friend should be called.

A Cup Of Tea

For relaxation at bedtime, I have a cup of chamomile

It helps me to rest, so my body can heal

During the day, it’s green tea for me

With ginseng also in it, it makes my body happy

Boiled from a teapot, or microwaved just right

Nothing tastes as good, as tea all day and night

With a touch of sugar, the taste makes it complete

Not too strong to your taste buds, perfectly sweet

Some like to add honey, or milk to their tea

It’s okay occasionally, but sugar is enough for me

Same goes for lemon, a touch is very nice

Or in the summertime, it’s best to add some ice

Then there is the sun tea, you set it out to steep

A big container of teabags, made for you to keep

There’s so many good things, about drinking tea

The reason that I drink it is, it tastes good to me

Come join me for a cup of tea

Sit down and drink right next to me

I won’t bite, I promise you

We’ll have a chat and a good time too

A Dandelion

I picked a dandelion, and blew it to the wind

I asked the spirits, where do I begin

Sitting down in a chair, I looked out the window

I knew life could be hard, or it could be simple

I’ve been down each road, and I know the way

And I knew in the end, everything would be okay

For the spirits are guiding me, in all that I do

They’re by my side, and they’ll help me through

Just like the dandelion’s petals, that are scattered in the air

The journey of our soul, takes us everywhere

It may be our lesson, to learn from all we find

Whether it be of the body, or of the soul and mind

The path that we travel on, can be harder for some

Twists and turns along the way, and back to where we’re from

Life isn’t always seeing, or believing what we see

It’s knowing what we feel, of all that it can be

A DVD Is For Me

©By Bud Lemire on Oct 2, 2019

A DVD is for me

It's what I like to see

Binge watching brings me joy

I feel just like a little boy

Move forward or move back

Got to find the scene, the title track

That's where I left off before

Now I long for even more

A DVD looks a lot like a CD

But it plays videos that you can see

They look alike, but they're not

Be sure you know what you got

Closed Caption is for those who can not hear

It's make understanding the video, much more clear

Read the words, upon the screen

What is said, goes with what is seen

You can watch movies or shows from TV

That's the reason I love the DVD

I don't have Blue-Ray, I love my DVD

On the screen, it works perfectly for me

Sitting on my couch, watching my favorite show

Believe me, it's the only way to go

A great meal, and a good scene on my TV

Because I'm watching my DVD

One disc, two, three, four and five

It's great enjoyment, I feel alive

A series that I just love

It's all that I can think of

There's so much to watch on DVD

Choose the ones you want to see

A series that I really love

Is the one I'm thinking of

Unwrapped and all ready to play

My DVD is the truly the only way

Right from the store

Who could ask for more

No streaming video, no live TV

I'll just sit back and watch my DVD

You have to choose what's right for you

Maybe your choice will be a DVD too

Ever since we don't get streaming videos, I decided

to try DVDs as my way of watching TV. Yes, you are still

paying. But no matter which way you choose, you have

to pay something. It seems to be working for me. And you

have all those Bonus things included, that you don't see

on TV. Anyway this is my choice for now.

A Feather Blowing

You're just a feather blowing in the wind

Wondering just when your life will begin

All those times that you have cried

Wipe away those tears, you've always tried

Let the spirits guide your soul

As time passes, you will know

Exactly what you will need

And where your path will lead

You'll meet many along the way

Some will leave, some will stay

They will change the way that you feel

And they will touch, and help you to heal

Each path that will be taken

Should help your spirit awaken

For it's best that you will grow

On your journey of the soul

Keep an open mind to all

Don't stay inside of any wall

And you'll find when you explore

You will learn to be much more

I find that exploring is the best thing

for your soul. Remember, you aren't alone.

You have friends and family with you,

both here and in the afterlife.

They all love you.

A Funeral Poem

Let me write a Funeral poem

For all those who are taken home

It's not a poem about the dead

It's about the life they've lead

All about the journey they took

Written down on a page from a book

Everyone has a life's story to tell

Some parts you won't know as well

You might know who they are

But did you know about their scar

You may see them at a store

Did you know there's much more

The experiences they've been through

The good and bad, like all people do

Emotions that are hidden away

What they go through every day

Get to know the person as they live

Learn about what they had to give

Life is too short not to share

And let them know that you care

I was asked once about my poems that end up at Funerals.

I replied “it's because they tell the story of their life.”

Celebrate their life, not their passing from your life.

Their life goes on, and that's a great cause to celebrate.

It's much better than their life here or ours

A Good Nurse's Aide

Let me tell you, what makes a good Nurse's Aide

A sound mind, good judgment, and an action carefully laid

Caring and trying, with all of your heart

Making the difference, is what sets us apart

Communication, so they feel and hear

Calming their spirit, with your presence near

Taking time to hear, what they have to say

Reassuring them, that everything is okay

Making sure, they have good food to eat

Keeping them clean, from their head to their feet

Assisting them, when the need is there

Showing your interest, and that you care

Passing the medicines, so the dosage is right

Flipping the switch, when they need a light

Taking their hand, and showing them the way

Making for them, a much better day

Making their lives, as comfortable as you can

Helping them to bed, or helping them to stand

Understanding, just where they've been

Letting them know, you are their friend

It isn't just a job, or a game that's well played

But a caring spirit, and a heart that's well made

It isn't passing a test, to get a good grade

It's what you give of yourself, that makes A Good Nurse's Aide

A Human . . . Being
© By Bud Lemire on Feb 12, 2011

Whenever you wonder if you’re where you should be
If you’re doing the right things in your destiny
Or why is life so hard on you
And doesn’t get better with all you do

It’s all in God’s plan for you to know
The “Human” experience to help you grow
Each act you perform is a lesson to learn
On your Earthly journey before your return

What feels right to you is especially for you
If the feeling’s strong, then it must be true
Always know, there can be no wrong
If the light embraces you, it’s where you belong

There is nothing you can’t do, if it’s what you wish to
Accomplishments are many, the choices are up to you
Follow your intuition, feel everything to be right
Your finely tuned senses grow brighter within the light

Don’t worry if you feel your life is unsure and wrong
Let your soul guide you to where you belong
With all things you do, and all that you’re seeing
You’re doing what you should, a Human . . . Being

Whatever you do, wherever you are, you are a Human . . . Being.

A Human being a Human!

It’s what you were born to do.

It’s what you were born to be.

And you do that best!

A Journey Of Self Discovery

Lately I've been on a Journey Of Self Discovery

Looking at everything and what it means to me

A Soul's view from within

Putting a different light on everything

Finding a new meaning every day

How it effects me and in which way

Does it make a better me

Or is it taking away my energy

Not taking on anyone else's view as my own

Following a feeling I have always known

Holding true to who I am inside

Sharing who I am openly with pride

Walking on the path I am on today

Releasing the words that only I can say

Learning all about the person I've become

Traveling life's road, to and from

A new way of thinking, changes happening here

Light shining for me, so my vision is clear

Seeing and feeling the soul is easy for me

Because I am on A Journey Of Self Discovery

Self Discovery doesn't change where you are, but changes how you see everything

Remember to not get caught up in other people's views and emotions.

Stay within your own, and not letting their emotions override your own.

No one is better at being you than YOU.

It's all about being the “True” you at this very moment.

A Kaleidoscope Of Colours

A kaleidoscope of colours, all meshed into one

Brightening and heightening senses, underneath the sun

Changing from yellow to green, to red to purple to blue

Different shades of every colour, and of every hue

In your ever changing life, you see colours everywhere

With contrasting arrangements, and a certain flare

A paintbrush or a coloured marker

Shades of lighter, shades of darker

The magic of the Rainbow Wizard

The colour changing chameleon lizard

Colour crayons out of the box

The sets of many coloured socks

A kaleidoscope of colours, all meshed into one

Brightening and heightening senses, underneath the sun

A Little Money

I have bills to pay, my rent is due

To get through each day, I need money too

My bank account is way too low

Got to watch everywhere my money will go

I have money for them, and some for me

I balance a little, but I fall for free

I have to watch every penny as it passes by

I stay on my feet, but I have to really try

I think we put too much emphasis on money in this day and age

Many times it causes people to go into such a frenzy and a rage

The value of money is really way too high

For just a piece of paper, makes me wonder why

Be nice if money took a back seat to trade

Would be nice to sell something that we made

Creations are skills we could use every day

All I am saying is, there must be another way

I don't run this country, I don't make the law

But as I gaze at the world, I see the flaw

Some day, maybe changes will come to be

Until that time, I'll keep a little money for me

Money is always needed for something. For some

people it is easy to come by. For others it is harder.

Money is precious to us all, because it pays our way

for many things we need and want. It's a means of

living to pay our way.

A Long Road Traveled

It's been a long road, that we traveled on together

But it seems like the times, have fallen on bad weather

I'd do anything, to make life easier for you

I can't take away your pain, no matter what I do

I bathe you, and try to keep you clean

I adjust your pillows, so you'll have a good dream

I try to keep you healthy, by giving you good food

And I joke around and smile, to stay in a good mood

Life has worn me down, but I still try my best

There are many nights, when I can hardly rest

I give you my all, I give my best to you

But I'm totally exhausted, when the day is through

Please forgive me, when there are times that I ignore

These are the times, when I feel I can't take anymore

I want the best for you, I hope you know it's true

When weighing the decisions, of what is best for you

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Have I fallen asleep, and live within this nightmare

How can life be this way, treating me unfair

So much pain throughout me, I wish that I were dead

I have these terrible aches, all throughout my head

I know you try your best, when positioning me

Yet there's this uneasy feeling, that won't let me be

I get too hot, I get too cold

It's nice to have, your hand to hold

Oh why did I have to have a stroke

This has to be, some kind of joke

I didn't ask, for this my dear

I am so scared, I live in fear

No matter how you comfort me

The pain returns, to my body

I know you have a choice to make

I love you so, no matter which one you take

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We Angels have gathered, for we've always known

Through difficult times, the soul has grown

Let us guide you through, until you reach the end

And bless your soul, with God's love we send

We'll be there for you, on your final day

And on our wings, we'll take you away

A Memory And A Song

No one lasts forever, before you know it they're gone

All that's left of them, is a memory and a song

Sing that song, sing that song, any time

They will come alive, within your mind

Age seems to creep up on us all

Before we know it, we hear the call

When we're young, we think life is so long

All we have later, is a memory and a song

Time, where did it go?

I only wanted to say hello

They're only whispers in my ear

Time is limited, while we're here

It was a lifetime, where did it go

I learned a lot, and now I know

There was much more to everything

I took it all in, and now I sing

I sing a song about those I knew

Who carried on until their time was through

No one lasts forever, before you know it they're gone

All that's left of them, is a memory and a song

As we get older, we lose so many family members

and friends. But they remain in our memories and

we can smile and dance a happy tune to how much

they touched us in life. When we are young, life goes

slower, but when we get out of school and start life,

it goes very fast. I remember people always telling me

to hold on tight, your life is going to go by fast. They

were right, whew, now I see this old man in the bathroom

mirror. He shares with me the wisdom of the years that he

has learned. Thank you old man!

A Mind Fully

Get as drunk as you can be

Then you’ll know all about me

No I’m not drunk, I just can’t think

A foggy mind, because I don’t drink

I wander around, with no place in mind

Not really searching, not knowing what I’ll find

An endless trip, is what I’m taking

Some people find my life, to be heart breaking

I don’t remember what I did before

Not sure how I got through that door

But in the present, is where I live

To remember my life, so much I’d give

I watch TV, the same show as yesterday

But it’s always new to me, so that’s okay

Some days I’m better than other days

But many times I feel I’m in a maze

Release me from this place I’m in

I’m so confused, not sure where to begin

Let me be where I use to be

Filled with memories, A Mind Fully

For all those who have dementia, we love you

A Much Bigger Plan

Tell me what you are thinking, so many miles away

Do you, like I, often put your hands together and pray

And wonder what the future holds for you

Well, my friend, I'm wondering those things too

I wonder if there's a much bigger plan

And all we can do, is the best that we can

I can't understand everything that happens to me

Only that it eventually works, but nothing is free

Do you believe we make our own place

By deciding where we're going to take up space

We control the outcome of our destiny

By choosing where we want to be

I know if the will is strong

It can make a right from a wrong

It can build a bridge that we can cross

It can mend any battles that we may have lost

I can't say I understand, all that happens here

But I learn and I teach from those who are dear

I could ask for more, and I usually do

What I really want, is to know more about you

What are you thinking, about you and me

Do you believe, we'll ever live together happily

Just more thinking and wondering

A New Beginning

I sit here thinking, is there somewhere I should be?

To bring me to the place of my greater destiny

I've come to a crossroads, don't know which way to turn

The world moves around me, as I take in what I learn

A new beginning starts, as I wait and see

Where it is going, where it'll bring me

Normally I'd be worried with panic and caught in the fear

But calmness surrounds me as I listen and I hear

I hear the Angels singing, their words I do not know

I believe they're telling me which way I can go

The spirits of my loved ones are at my side as well

Supporting my decisions wherever I may dwell

Taking one step at a time, all will be alright

Their love is guiding me, in the Heavenly light

No step that I take, will be wrong

The direction I take, is where I belong

Where it'll lead, I do not know at all

I know the answers are just beyond the wall

I must hold the key to unlock the door

That will lead me to so much more

A new beginning is not always the easiest place to be.

Not knowing where life will take you, or where you'll end up being.

But I have faith that all will have a way of working out.

I have faith, and I know I am not alone wherever I go

This next poem has the same title but isn't the same poem, written five years later

A New Beginning

A new beginning starts every day

You never know what will come your way

The day could bring you anything

You never know what it will bring

On every day that comes, I do not look

I flow along in time, just like a book

I let it take me, to where it will go

What will be, is what it will show

It will present itself at any time

To pass it by would be a crime

I look real closely at what I see

I gather thoughts on what it means to me

Not all things remain the same

If it did it would be a shame

To make each day special on its own

It must be different, for each thing shown

Changes in every day you live

You must take from, but also give

A new beginning, a new end

A special moment that you can spend

Changes make each day different. This

makes every start to a new day, a new

beginning. Which makes each day

special in its own way. This makes

life so much more enjoyable. Never

knowing what to expect as every day

starts anew.

A Part Of Me

A part of me, a part of you

Returning me, to a time I knew

For though in life and love we part

We carry memories within our heart

Happy times, though not all were

Form a vision, a mental picture

Although my life is now complete

I still treasure everyone I meet

For sharing souls, is what we do

To refresh our spirit, so we feel new

I know I have learned so much

From every soul that I have touched

A part of me, a part of you

Returning me, to a time I knew

A Piece OF Pie

I was in the store the other day and saw a piece of pie

I craved it so badly and yet I passed it by

Oh it would have tasted so good with ice cream on top

Warmed up just a little, not sure why I didn't stop

It was strawberry-rhubarb, and it sounded great to me

But I love most pies, it's for my sweet tooth you see

Peach pie is a favorite that I love to eat

And a blueberry pie surely can't be beat

Every now and then lemon meringue comes to mind

But I surely can't leave a cherry pie behind

Pumpkin is the holiday favorite around here

I had a piece of it just earlier this year

When I lived in Washington blackberry was supreme

Warmed up just perfectly and topped off with ice cream

A key lime pie is very rich in taste

Yet it tasted very good and couldn't go to waste

Then there's the pie that is made of meat

I remember Mom making it, but it wasn't sweet

Next time I'm craving a piece of pie

I'll put it in my shopping cart and not pass it by

You only live once! And I've got to enjoy the best of everything.

Do you ever get the cravings for something and have to have it.

I'm talking foods, possibly sweets.

Don't pass it by, put it in your cart.

You'll be glad you did.

A Pigeon Stared At Me

A pigeon stared at me from outside the window
Moving its head from side to side as if to say hello
I wonder what it was thinking or what it had to say
As a sprinkle of rain came down upon this special day

It seemed to have a message, but I couldn’t read its mind
But it made me smile, because it seemed so kind
It rested on a bird feeder, staring in at me
What could it be thinking, what could it be

Perhaps it was wondering if I knew Pigeon Talk
Or if I was pigeon toed and could I do a Pigeon walk
Pigeons aren’t known by many as the most beautiful bird
Yet as I looked out the window, that statement seemed so absurd

Because I saw the beauty inside as the pigeon looked back at me
What makes something beautiful, is the beauty only you can see
Some never see it right in front of their eyes
Right there in plain sight without even a disguise

As the pigeon stared in at me, I was staring too
I wondered of its thoughts and exactly what it knew
Never take for granted the things that are there
Open up your senses and tune in to be aware

The day I saw the pigeon, I was touched by the way it reacted to

my stare back at it. Just like people have their own ways,

so do birds and animals. They should not be taken

lightly, for they are part of this world too.

A Place For Everyone

There's a place for everyone

Beneath the shining sun

It may take awhile to find

But we will at the right time

The rain and the dark skies

May cut us down to size

Never let it lose what we believe

For it's love that we all need

When love is given freely, like the way you do

It comes back from others, and it helps you through

Friends from afar, touch your spirit strong

And as you walk this earth, you'll know right from wrong

It's a smile from someone on the street

Or the words that a friend speaks

It may be words upon the screen

And you'll know exactly what they mean

Don't let dark clouds bring you down

Wear a smile, not a frown

For there's a place for everyone

Beneath the shining sun

A Place Not To Be

She pulled me into her negativity

I was so lost, that I couldn't see

I was in a place I didn't want to be

So I was positive, and that set me free

I was so lost there, I couldn't think

Then my soul, gave me a wink

I climbed out of that negative hole

That depressing place sure took its toll

But positive thoughts lifted me up off the ground

Dancing around my apartment, is where I was found

How I got in that hole, I'll never know

I started to escape, but it started to grow

A light came and I grabbed it quick

Good thing too, because that darkness got thick

I grabbed on, until I was free

I was back to being a positive me

Watch where you are walking, or you will find

You might fall into, that darkness in your mind

Every now and then, you might end up there

If you do, look for that light that can be found everywhere

For those of us who find themselves slipping in and out of

darkness (depressive thoughts), I'm sending you some light

to help you out.

A Point Of View
© By Bud Lemire on July 26, 2010

In subjects ranging on everything, especially about me
Everyone has their point of view, but I might not agree
Every person sees a different angle, of how it should be
But it’s the person living it, who is the one who can see

Memories fade as the time goes drifting by
What was true once before becomes a rumor or a lie
A family fable that someone let loose
Too many quackers while you remain a goose

You live your life, so your view is true
Not according to them, but only to you
They can only guess, on what they might have heard
But the truth is at its strongest, when it is your word

A point of view, we can only say
We learn from life, in every way
Our journey through day after day
We see things with what is on our tray

You may think this, or I might think that
I might like a dog, and you could like a cat
With every point of view, anything goes
But when it comes to you, you’re the one that really knows

I wrote this poem because so many people see others from how they remember them, instead of taking into account that they have changed over the years. They still look at them as though time stopped and they are who you remember them to be. Also, every person even if they are family…has lead a totally different life than the other. Their path has lead them elsewhere. Their views are based on their journey in their life. Point Of Views are like opinions….we are entitled to them…yet we must be open to what they are and where they came from. We can’t hold grudges on what they see, for we do the same thing at times. We may see an old Classmate and only remember them from one time, even though they have long forgotten that time. There is much more to every person, and it goes deeper than any point of view. Get my point? It is my view.

A Private Poem

I write the words, to a private poem

I'd tell you more, but it must remain unknown

There is so much, that I could write

Due to privacy, it'll be kept out of sight

They say it protects, the one in regards

Yet I wonder, who's holding the cards

There's so much, that I want to say

But it's their rules, that I must play

Don't post my picture on the internet, or there will be trouble

If you post it on Facebook, it will be double

Please follow the rules, that privacy entails

Be the unknown, when all else fails

I personally think, privacy is taken too far

I think that person, should be memorialized like a star

To share their greatness, for others to see

Would make it known, of who they came to be

Don't take down the Residential Directories, people must be found

You aren't hiding them, there's always the wise bloodhound

There's always a paper trail, that is left behind

And where they are, that's who you'll find

An enhanced Drivers License with a star

Okay, now I know you've taken it too far

My current Drivers License, has all you need to know

I believe it's time, for this privacy thing to go

I've decided to go public with this privacy thing. I truly do believe we have become

a paranoid country with so many rules of privacy. It's totally crazy. It is scaring people.

I refuse to be scared. I refuse to be private. I have accepted some rules, not that I agree with them. So by all means, whenever I can, I bring privacy to the public.

Because no matter how private you think you might be,

there is someone out there who knows all about you.

A Soul On A Mission

Everyone who walks this Earth, is a soul on a mission

We bait the hook and cast the line, and do a little fishing

What is this mission, that varies for us each

To learn from our journey here, and for us to teach

We come in many sizes, colors and personalities

To take on situations, and handle them with ease

But they aren't always easy, some are very hard

Within, our souls remember, we hold the winning card

It's not how well we do, for it is just a lesson

No matter how we do, we have the divine blessing

We are being valued, on doing our very best

For the life that we travel, is a spiritual test

Others who are here, help to ease our pain

A beaming ray of sunshine, to guide us through the rain

No matter how you see them, in their Earthly role

Deep beneath their bodies, resides their human soul

No matter how or what we do, we shall never fail

The breath of life will blow us, setting us to sail

To keep on dreaming, keep ourselves wishing

As we walk this Earthly plane, A Soul On A Mission

Everyone is a soul on a mission!

A Sticky Situation
© By Bud Lemire on January 8, 2010

As the glass fell spilling juice everywhere
I realized afterwards something I’d like to share
The sweet sticky liquid landed mostly on the floor
The glass didn’t break like many times before

Some fell on the desk, some on my face
I stood there, my thoughts were out of place
It reminded me that life is similar in many ways
A sticky situation, we find ourselves in some days

The glass that fell was completely unbroken
Nothing was shattered, no words were spoken
We go through sticky situations wherever we go
But through them all, we learn and we grow

Getting angry doesn’t change all that came to be
Warm water and some soap will make it less sticky
It could’ve been much worse than it turned out
But I got through it, never had any doubt

We get through it and we remain whole
Strength and wisdom, straight from our soul
A Sticky Situation came upon me
Understanding is what helped to set me free

Whenever we find ourselves in a sticky situation,

we pray for guidance to get us out.

We remain calm and know that there is always a way out.

No matter how sticky it is,

we are never truly stuck if we use our minds

and spirits to take us away from that place.

A Test Of Fate

Every step in life, is a test of fate

How many things, in your path, will you appreciate

Will you see what is really there

Or keep on walking unaware

On every path there are lessons to learn

Choices effecting your life at every turn

The direction changes with each choice you make

Changing your life with every move you take

Breathe in the air that’s there for you

So much around, if you had a clue

All that is happening, that you can’t see

You can feel, if you open up to all you can be

Open up to all that makes you You

Feel the energies that make you feel new

They are things that were once known

To be remembered when your spirit has flown

Walk your path to your destiny, and be aware

Of all the signs, that are shown to you there

And if you’re impatient, and find life is making you wait

Then you are experiencing A Test Of Fate

A Victory In Life's Game

Everyone is born unique and special in their own way

We each have our own challenges we face every day

Some of us are slower, some of us are faster

We can be the followers, or we can be the master

Understanding and accepting others is the key

For that's the way life is always going to be

It takes a real heroic soul to truly appreciate

Those who need a little help in their present state

Sometimes you have to fight with all that you got

To even have a halfway chance at a fairly good shot

Watching out for one another is what we must do

A guiding hand for a friend, to help them through

Run as fast as you can for a touch down

With friends that care, you'll never feel the ground

They'll keep any fall from being too hard

And see that you'll treasure life's winning card

Sometimes the challenges are harder for some

Depending on where in life, you're coming from

Team work is what is needed here

To ease the team player from any fear

You'll feel great right down in your soul

That your help touched someone that you know

After that you'll never be quite the same

You will have scored A Victory In Life's Game

We need to reach out and help those who are a little different

than us. Show our support, show we care. When we do,

we will know how great it feels way down deep in our soul.

A Will

Before your life ends, here are some things to know

Doing right by those left behind, before you go

Legally, get yourself a Will, do it right

Smile at the outcome, as you walk into the Light

So many relatives, that are left behind

Are battling for possessions, is what I find

They have bills, they shouldn't have at all

Many have found, they are up against a wall

Before you leave this world, get everything taken care of

Getting this done, is showing the greatest kind of love

No worries, it's so easy to just glide

You weren't taken, for a hair raising ride

“Oh dear, oh my, what will I do?”

“Should that go to Uncle Tim, or Cousin Sue?”

“If I give it to Tim, Sue will be mad”

“No matter what I do, it will turn out bad”

So many times, it leaves a family at war

Feuding among themselves, in an uproar

Where a disagreement shouldn't be

“That picture on his wall, should have gone to me!”

“Instead it went to his Nephew Jim”

“Why did it have to go to him?!”

Before someone passes, a Will should be made.

To make sure this person is assured everyone

will get what they have coming to them from

the deceased person. The better the legal form,

the better the hopes of everyone getting what

that person wanted everyone to have. Yet, it seems

even when it is planned good, things can go wrong.

Families are at war within, and it isn't good. Please

do your best to get everything planned right, so when

you pass, everything will fall into place perfectly.

A Wondrous Journey

From the ashes of something that died

Something new and good will arise

A wondrous journey, with changes everywhere

Unexpected twists and turns will take you there

Walk that line, feel the sun

Smile and enjoy, everywhere and everyone

Hold true to who you are

And heal the pain and the scar

No matter where you go

You always have your soul

It's helped you many times before

It'll get you through whatever is in store

So walk that life line, with your head held high

Don't take time to question it or wonder why

Accept it as your destiny, as you are lead

Remember you still have, your love to spread

So go there, with the spirits watching over you

They surround you, and will guide you through

Acceptance

Accepting events that you can not change

Even when they may seem a bit strange

When you fight a force that has already won

You'll never be finished, you'll never be done

Acceptance means you are living within

While new doors around you, are opening

Which one will you choose to go through

If you're accepting, they're unlocked for you

Open the door, and see what you'll find

Leave your old way of thinking behind

Swim in the love that can be all yours

That's waiting for you, behind one of those doors

You know the door, that holds the love you desire

Only going through it, can put out the fire

Once the fire is out, the love will grow

And stronger will be, the waves of your soul

Acceptance is needed, in all choices you make

Every path that you travel, and the journey you take

Explore your surroundings, know what is there

Acceptance of all, makes life easier to bear

Accepting

Accepting all life offers, is the way to be

Expecting too much, your love can not flow free

If you take for granted, the simple things each day

Appreciate everything and everyone, as you go on your way

Accepting everything, makes your life more complete

There are some who don't have full use of their feet

Think of all the effort, to always go uphill

But they are level headed, and they have a strong will

Many of us stand upright, and walk on level ground

But still we keep expecting more, wherever we are bound

I find life more rewarding, to go along for the ride

To accept all that comes my way, and touches me inside

You don't have to like everyone, but appreciate who they are

For each are on the journey of life, and each have traveled far

You don't have to like everything, that happens every day

Life is always changing, things never stay the same way

Accepting all life offers, is a choice you make

Appreciating life's pleasures, understanding life's ache

Comforting those around you, when they're feeling down

Bringing smiles to the faces, that once had a frown

After Graduation

After Graduation, life begins for you

Follow the path, the one that rings true

You'll find some days will be hard to beat

Other times you'll struggle to make ends meet

Choose a career that fits you in your role

Don't need to be seeing life from a dark hole

I find when you flow with the universal things

You can float above the normal with Heavenly wings

Treasure every moment, take a picture too

Memories are precious, with everything you do

Love may find you, enjoy what comes to you

Other times it will pass by, but you'll get through

If you strongly want something, see it in your mind

Search for your desires, and you'll surely find

All things that you reach for, are there for you

Presented to you in your life, watch for every clue

Have faith, the road you travel on is right

Surround yourself with friends that help shine your light

Remember no matter what you choose, there can be no wrong

Only the path you chose, and it alone is your song

Your adult life begins after you Graduate

What you do, how you live, how you treat others,

and your attitude about life, all depends on you.

I see life as a miracle day after day. It may be a

challenge for you at times. But, you'll get through

it with help from friends, family, & faith that all will

work out fine. And it will. I just know it will.

After School
© By Bud Lemire on June 19, 2010

Who could have seen, who would have known
The future before us, how much we have grown
Time moves around us, we move ahead
We change with time, going where we’re lead

Some of us get married, start a family
Others are lead elsewhere, in our destiny
We find that life, takes all we can give
The more that we do, the easier it is to live

School is done, but your lessons have just begun
An adventurous journey, until your life is done
You see school was only the beginning of the class
You’ll see life differently as it goes flying past

You’ll see your dreams come true
And what you can accomplish too
Those you looked up to will pass away
You’ll be the one with an important role to play

Your appearance will change with age
Chapters of your life, moving page by page
Experience and wisdom will make a better you
When you find that life begim, After School

I find that you can learn a lot in school, but I find that

after Graduation, we begin a journey that teaches us so much

more about life and how things are suppose to be. We learn about

the real world so much more, and the people around us.

Our wild days are over and we must take responsibility for others.

But deep inside our hearts and souls remain the same,

even when our bodies age and change in appearance.

Age Is Just A Number

It's not about age, or how old you may be

It's about your personality, and what others will see

Age truly is just a number, but no one will know

If you're acting much younger, your age won't show

Don't act your age, act how you feel

For only then will your feelings be real

Just be who you are, you must remain true

In all things you say, and all that you do

Let your spirit out, let the real you free

Don't be just the body that people see

Be full of life, and dance all around

Be the light for others, wherever you're found

Some people act older, than they need to

When the dance is still there, more than they knew

I know there are those, whose bodies were injured at an earlier time

In those cases, it's having the right frame of mind

I think what helps, is enjoying what you do

So you can feel complete, by just being you

Be all you can be, let your personality shine

Age is only a number, when you're part of the divine

We all age. But it's how we act as we age that really

counts. We can act like life has passed us by, or we

can live and take each moment to be the best that we

can be. Dance, sing, enjoy each and every day. If

our bodies have stopped us, then our minds shouldn't.

Life is about living, not dying.

Always Be You

Remember to always be you

Don't change, you need to be true

Your personality, is a special quality

Being you, is something to be

Follow the path, that always feels right

Don't take a wrong turn, where you'll have to fight

Ease through life, as only you can

Be the best you, whether woman or man

Believe what you do, experience it your own way

Live each time, as though it's your last day

Never let go, of the best quality you own

It makes the “You,” that you've always known

Don't let religion or politics, corrupt you in any way

Keep following your own path, in every day

If you change at all, gradual it should be

Ease into it, for that is the key

Sometimes it takes a lifetime to change

From where you started, the ending is strange

Strange that you are, totally different from the start

Yet maybe the change, taught you about your heart

Always be you! Follow your path, and change as

you grow. Grow from the changes. Learn from the

changes. Learn from life. Never let anyone tell you

that you should do something by forcing you. Search

within and if it feels right, do it. If it feels wrong, don't

do it. Your intuition, spirit, mind, and heart should know

when something isn't right. Use it, and always be you.

An Instrumental Life

Anyone can have it, An Instrumental Life

Grab a set of drums, and bring along your fife

Or maybe you prefer, to strum on a guitar

To see if it will take you, somewhere very far

Sometimes it's so nice, to glide on the violin

To know the music, and where you should begin

Many start off, with the clarinet

Before they know it, they are all set

Some say that, I am much like a French horn

It's my Quebec blood, where my ancestors were born

I love to float away, on the sound of a flute

It takes me to a peaceful place, with a parachute

You can make someone's day, with music from a cello

Or a warm smile, that silently is a loving hello

A tuba or a bass, may be what you play

To touch the soul, and make someone's day

The keys to a good life, are not seen on a piano

It's what you do, with everything that you know

An Instrumental Life, is when you're in harmony with you

And the music that you share, is what helps you through

Angels On Your Pillow

May your sleep be peaceful, with Angels On Your Pillow

Not to find you troubled, like the weeping willow

Only to be wise and strong, like the mighty oak

Choosing your words carefully, so that you won’t choke

May your sleep be pleasant, with Angels On Your Bed

To guide you on your journey, where your life is lead

To walk with you every step, walking hand in hand

As you take the journey, that is the destiny of man

May your sleep be spiritual, with Angels All In Flight

Floating all above your head, shining in their light

Letting your human spirit, be all that it can be

Never to be trapped within, a place you can’t be free

May your sleep be joyous, with Angels In Your Dreams

Walking through the meadows, floating down the streams

Taking in the beauty, of each and every thing

Listening to the grass grow, and Mother Nature sing

May your sleep be guarded, with Angels In Your Bedroom

Keeping your spirit pure in light, guarding you from doom

Protecting you from evil, and negative forces that surround

With the Angels singing, playing a long forgotten sound

Angels On You Pillow, each and every night

They embrace the love you share, and guide you in the light

Angels By Your Side, each and every day

Embracing you closely, by your side they stay

As Long As We Try

Our life relies on money

It truly isn't funny

I've seen people barely getting by

Sometimes it makes me cry

How will I afford clothes, food, bills, and the rent

Should I wait for it to be Heaven sent

Maybe it'll pour pennies from Heaven for me

There is nothing in this world that is free

Maybe I should seek the Money Tree

Climb it and pick from the branches I see

Even though I know it isn't real

This is how I really feel

I wish everyone had enough money

I also wish five days a week would be sunny

I would wish everyone would get by

So there would be no tears for them to cry

Yet there's a reason and this I know

In this journey of life, awareness of the soul

To realize no matter how we get by

We'll manage somehow, As Long As We Try

Life isn't always easy when everything costs so much.

But as long as we try, we find a way.

Somehow, some way, our soul carries on

Autumn's Journey

The leaves are changing on the tree

Autumn leaves fall upon me

Orange and yellow and shades of red

The leaves have fallen and are dead

Through the winter the tree is bare

As the wind blows through the air

See the shape of the tree

It is bare, but oh not me

I put more clothes on in this season

Lower temperatures is the reason

The tree shows us that leaves will die

We call it The Fall, and never ask why

New leaves are born in the Spring

By summer the tree has everything

The leaves are back, the tree is fully dressed

Covered with leaves and looks its best

Just like the leaves that fall and die

Our own lives will pass on by

In the Spring we'll be born once more

When our journey takes us to Heaven's Shore

Just like the leaves on the tree, we too have a cycle

we follow. We die, and are renewed in Heaven and

start all over again.

Be You

Everyone should be happy and content with where they are

In life the journey can take you so very far

Life changes and molds you

Into the person that wears your shoe

Many times we follow what we learned from the past

Other times, those teachings don't seem to last

I believe it's best to explore life's precious gift

Learn from every lesson, as it gives you a lift

Listen to your spirit, what feels right to you

Is where you should go, and what you should do

This makes us the person that we will be

Looking beyond what most of the people see

Some people know you, but only a small part

A chapter per say, but there's more to your heart

If they really wanted to, they could take a look

Why read just one chapter, when you could read the whole book

But then if they did, would they truly understand

For we are taught differently, on what makes us feel grand

I believe the best, is for you to Be You

For it has been what helped you to get through

Sometimes we can understand others. But for those

we can't, it could be their belief is different than ours.

It could be they were brought up in a different generation

that has a whole different way of thinking. It all has to do

with a different Mind Set. They will always be right in their

own minds. But there is no right or wrong. Is he right, is she

right, are they both wrong? No, what is right for you, is RIGHT.

That is you being content and happy being the YOU that you were

meant to be. It's the journey that has made you who you are.

So why don't you just remember to always BE YOU.

Beauty

Beauty is seen through your eyes, from within

See it, feel it, know it, when you're looking

Doesn't matter what your shape or size

Beauty won't hold a disguise

Hold it in your hands, feel it with your soul

Let your spirit surround it, and then you will know

Beauty goes much deeper, than the eyes can see

It's the special part, that makes up you and me

Look into the eyes, of someone that you love

Let the feelings come over you, all you think of

Isn't it amazing, of all that you can feel

Beauty is all of this, and more because it's real

Have you ever looked at a tree, and felt so good inside

Or saw a baby kitten or puppy, and sat down and cried

Miracles of life, making beauty come alive

Moments felt, when they each arrive

Beauty is seen through your eyes, from within

See it, feel it, know it, when you're looking

Because You Are Alive

Travel ahead to a distant place

Where all is complete within one space

Travel behind to a distant past

Where time moves slow, and time moves fast

Where is this place, you ask of me

It's not a place, but where you'll be

When you're fully aware, and complete as one

You become one with the air, and embrace the sun

You drift in time, up and down

Back and forth, and all around

Wherever you go, or wish to be

Is a thought away, from your destiny

This place is now, this place is here

When all is seen, when all is clear

When eyes can't see, and minds don't roam

The place within, is the place called home

The search for a place, is found within

The way to get there, is by experiencing

By taking life's journey, you will arrive

At the destination, Because You Are Alive

Before You Pass Away
© By Bud Lemire on Sept 1, 2009

There’s some things to do, before you pass away
If you want something done, get it done today
Should something be left to someone, get it in writing
Otherwise your belongings, will cause a lot of fighting

Be sure everything is done, the way you want it to
Remember your memorial, they should do this for you
There’s so much you can do, before your time is through
To prevent fighting family members, all because of you

If there’s something that you left unsaid
Be sure to get that done before you’re gone and dead
The voice is much better, but written will be fine
Just so after your passing, you leave nothing unfinished behind

Life is too short, so wrap it up before you go
Take time to show appreciation to those that you know
I know death is not what we want to be thinking of
But it’ll be so much better, if we pass with love

Remember to arrange for all you want it to be
Take time to sort it all out, and it will set you free
It’s always better to get it done today
Those unfinished things, Before You Pass Away

Write out that Will, tell someone how much they mean to you,

prepare for that Funeral and Wake. Make sure your kids know

how you wish to have your celebration into the next world

and your farewell to this world. Your final request should be met,

and they should do that for you, after all you did for them. Do it with Love.

Being A Good Clerk

Where's your smile, this Holiday season

Even when it's not, do you need a reason

When I go shopping, and walk in a store

I expect a pleasant clerk, and so much more

Don't look like a Zombie, without an expression on your face

How would you feel if you were in the customer's place

Be courteous and kind and they will return

A good personality is something you need to learn

Remember, the customer is always right

This key factor puts you in a better light

The way that you act, are the customers who show

Bringing in more customers will help your business grow

If you decide to wear a Zombie face or frown

It will only bring your business down

Being like a Zombie, will scare them away

You need to be better, if they're going to stay

The treatment of customers is what any business is all about

Kindness and smiles will bring them back without a doubt

Treating customers better is being a good clerk

It's your job to be, so don't be a jerk

When I walk into a store, a smile and kind words always

make my shopping experience better. When they say “can

I help you” and wear a smile, it shows their interest. When

they do their best to make sure the customer is satisfied,

they'll want to come back because they know you are

doing your best. But when you wear a Zombie face without

emotion, and are not courteous, their experience in your store

is a dead experience. Show your customers that you want them

to have the best in what you have to offer in your store. A happy

customer is one who will keep coming back. You'd be surprised

at what a smile can do.

Belief

Belief is what you believe

From experiences and what you receive

No one is right, no one is wrong

We're on the path where we belong

Throughout the world belief is varied

New beliefs awaken while others are buried

Many follow the book word for word

While others depend upon what is felt and heard

The right to choose, the right to be

Our own belief, will set us free

It's helped us through our life, and to be strong

Belief for each, may be a different song

But what we feel, and what we know

Will help enrich, and strengthen our soul

When our life's path comes to a darkened place

Our belief makes it easier to face

So who can say who's right or wrong

As long as it's where we belong

Belief is what is to be believed

Upon life's journey, from what you've received Belief

Belief is what you believe

From experiences and what you receive

No one is right, no one is wrong

We're on the path where we belong

Throughout the world belief is varied

New beliefs awaken while others are buried

Many follow the book word for word

While others depend upon what is felt and heard

The right to choose, the right to be

Our own belief, will set us free

It's helped us through our life, and to be strong

Belief for each, may be a different song

But what we feel, and what we know

Will help enrich, and strengthen our soul

When our life's path comes to a darkened place

Our belief makes it easier to face

So who can say who's right or wrong

As long as it's where we belong

Belief is what is to be believed

Upon life's journey, from what you've received

Believing

Believing is seeing, in all things that are real

Sensing all around, all the feelings that you feel

First upon your list is, you must believe

That within your power, we ask and we receive

Whether we may know it, or the memory is lost

You create your own truth, you are your own boss

All things traditionally believed, all were told to you

Based on their beliefs, of what they believed to be true

Just like each experience, is different for each one

Alternating paths, that all lead to the sun

Brighter are the souls, who's wisdom are the light

When they remove the wrong, to make everything right

No one can be wrong, if everyone is right

For our perception is different, as we gaze at the same sight

We experience life, the only way we know

The path set before us, to enrich our soul

I may love someone, but how are you to know

If I didn't tell you, just to make it so

Believing in what I feel, and in what I say

Is your choice to make, as you go on your way

You must understand, it is real to me

For in my world I'm living, it is what I see

I'm feeling it, living it, so I should know

It's believing in my experiences, that opens up my soul

Best To Be

I can feel it, but can not hear your heartbeat

When the stethoscope and my ears meet

My ears gone deaf, stopping me

From being, all that I can be

I know your temperature, high or low

But some things, I just don't know

Some vital issues that you need

Is something, that I can not read

I will always do my best

Upon the journey of life's test

But some things I can not do

I try my best, the best for you

Your well being is my concern

To keep you safe from the burns

Who's at fault for what I can't do

Can't blame myself, can't blame you

I look within to read the signs

When I can't hear human Valentines

I feel throughout to help guide me

Be the best, and that's the Best To Be

Blessings In Disguise

Sometimes we are given, blessings in disguise

Things that are not noticed, to the common eyes

Some events take place, and we wonder why

Pain so hard to handle, that you want to die

If you're standing still, and never move around

You can't spread your wings, or rise above the ground

Step into the future, and then you will see

Everything that happened, had a reason to be

Sure you love somebody, but they don't love the same

Don't be mad at them or you, no one is to blame

Maybe the tune they're playing, is for a different song

Loosen up your hold on them, and gently move along

There's someone waiting, to be next to you

Something will happen, if you only knew

Things that are not noticed, in front of your eyes

These have been given, as Blessings In Disguise

If I had only known that when one love died, I would

have another coming along, I wouldn't have been so

hard on myself at the time. We must be patient, and know

as long as we are open to love, it will return anew.

Blowing Bubbles

Blowing bubbles is so much fun

Fun for me and everyone

So many bubbles in the air

They pop or fly as you're aware

I think that we all should have fun

Every day in life, because soon it's done

Take the time to blow a bubble or two

Until your time here is finally through

At any moment your life might stop

Just like a bubble that will pop

So enjoy the time and enjoy some fun

Blow some bubbles until they're done

Watch them go so very high

Or very low as they pass by

How many bubbles can you blow

So many that it is hard to know

I'll blow the bubbles just because

It's much more fun than blowing fuzz

Fun for me and everyone

Blowing bubbles is lots of fun

Every now and then take time to enjoy the

little things in life. Blowing bubbles, or

whatever it is. The little things all add up

to the bigger things, and have more meaning

than you could ever know. Blow a bubble,

watch it pop. Have some fun!

Brush Away The Fear

As my dear friend Nelak would say, breathe in and out

Brush away the fear, do away with all doubt

And what remains, is what you'll succeed to be

Peaceful within, as your soul roams free

Your options are limitless

Your spirit is at its best

You're one of God's children, hearing the call

Sharing the love of spirit, with one and all

Grow, and become one with the light

Spread your Angelic wings, as you take flight

The next level is beckoning to you

There are many things, yet for you to do

You will receive distorted images, of what is true

Separate truth from illusions is what you'll do

Seek the spirits help, upon your quest

Remember at times, to let your spirit rest

Brush away the fear

Let the doubt disappear

And you'll succeed to be

A Godly spirit flying free

Casting The Stone

I cast a stone, into the lake

To see what path, my life would take

It went in, with a splash and sunk

And I looked around, and saw a drunk

I knew his life, was not for me

Long ago, I set that choice free

I saw where, that path would lead

And knew it was, something I didn't need

It made me think, of all the people on drugs

And happy my life was, filled with hugs

I'm glad I didn't, take that path too

I was happy, with all that I knew

I thought of those, with illness and disease

How difficult it must be, while I have ease

Even though my life, was no piece of cake

I had no added problems, within my ache

I thought of those, who had more than I

And wondered at all, the things I could buy

I knew that money, wouldn't give me everything

So I searched within, to what love could bring

I found love shared, is the greatest gift

With a caring soul, that's used to uplift

To help those on a path, confused and alone

So that they'd find meaning, in Casting The Stone

Cell Phone

Two people that are connected, by the Cell Phone

You can answer easily, and not even be home

You can have someone on the road, pick up something at the store

Sometimes you will ring them. when they're coming through the door

There was even a time, it was ringing in a purse

When the batteries go dead, all you do is curse

You can call from anywhere, if the distance isn't far

In a traffic jam on the highway, in a slow moving car

Two phones that make the distance, seem much more close

Letting the other person know, you love them the most

Matching Cell Phones, to match the beating hearts

Ringing at the other end, though you are far apart

You can carry it with you, wherever you may go

Maybe even call someone, if you're stuck in the snow

Or you can call someone, from high up on the mountain

Possibly someone, who's swimming in the water fountain

You can call someone, in the middle of a shower

Or someone who is standing, high up on a tower

Nothing's quite as wonderful, as two people connected by the Cell Phone

Whether you are far away, or enjoying the time, safely in your home

Cemetery Memories

There are many thoughts, as we walk through the cemetery

Memories of those now passed, that we always carry

A stone to show that they were here, now their time is done

A lifetime of their love, they shared with everyone

Mom and Dad are there, Grandpa and Grandma too

And many other relatives that I hardly knew

All have left their bodies, to journey to the sky

Up there in the Spirit World, as the time goes by

Flowers by their gravestones, marks a special place

Someone has a memory, of their loving embrace

Times that will never be replaced, and will not return

We carry the knowledge, of all that we did learn

We reminisce, with those who remember too

On how their presence here, has effected you

We share good times, and times through the years

And wipe away the sadness, of all the many tears

As I walk through the Cemetery, and look at all the stones

There's much more that is left behind, than just some old bones

For they had given life to us, and shared theirs with us too

Their love will be here forever, to always help us through

I wrote this poem not long after my Mom had passed.

I was living across from the Lakeview Cemetery.

Often I would think of those who have passed,

and how they have touched us. The memories of our

time together will always hold a special place in my memory.

Challenges

Earlier this year, I was presented with a choice to make

Between the two, there was only one I could take

It was tangled up necklaces, and could I take them apart

I could have easily said no, but it was a challenging piece of art

In life, there are challenges in each day

Some may seem hard, but we always find a way

We may think we can't do it, but if only we try

We will overcome them, every day until we die

It may take some time, or willpower from within

With a little patience, I am positive you can win

Don't give up, work on it and you'll see

Like a jigsaw puzzle, one piece at a time is the key

One step at a time, and soon you will be done

You thought you couldn't do it, you fooled everyone

Because you thought you could, there was no stopping you

Your positive attitude, is what got you through

Many times in life, this is what we'll find

Something that we can't comprehend, within our mind

But with a little effort, we find out something more

The Challenges are lessons, too hard to ignore

Everyday we are faced with challenges. Some are bigger

and some are smaller, yet we still have them. We manage

to get through them all. Just when you think you can't, you

are through it and have done it. Being positive helps.

Challenges Of The Soul

It’s a challenge of the soul
To take part in all we know
To feel all that is there
And to know and be aware

If life was too easy, you would never find
The hidden parts, that connect us to the divine
For the older we get, they’re forgotten and not used
And a soul should be used fully, not to be abused

The spirit that is us, is what helps you through
The hardships and the trials, that come to you
We listen to the voices, that speak to us
Yet sometimes we lose hope, and find it hard to trust

Only in our faith, can our belief be strong
That our Angels and our Guides, are helping us along
Sometimes you feel lonely, yet you’re never alone
They hear your every thought, as if upon the phone

All you need to do, is open up and know
That there will always be, Challenges Of The Soul
Open up and be, everything you’re meant to be
Only then will you find, an even greater destiny

Change, Anyone?

There I was with a five dollar bill

Walked up to the woman standing at the till

To take the bus home, I needed a dollar changed to one

She said "sorry, it's computerized, and can't be done"

So I walked across, to another store for change for me

The lady there said "Oh No! Can't go against our policy!"

What is this world coming to, when you can't get any change

At any store we come to, sure seems to me pretty strange

She said maybe I'd get change at the banks

Located across town, I replied "Gee thanks"

So into another store, that didn't look too bad

"Can't do it, sorry, my boss would get too mad"

So here was a man, who was around six feet tall

Who couldn't give me change, at a store in the mall

Now tell me what can I do, to get myself one buck

Seems like I was running, out of all my luck

I decided okay, I might have better luck at the Dollar Store

With a name like that, this is what they would be good for

I got my five ones, the store did come through

Too many changes, but no change in a world I once knew

This is actually based on a true story. Also, when I went to

get change at a bank, they said because I am not a member

they couldn't give me change. Money is money, and it seemed

odd to me. Now I have my own Credit Union, and go there.

Changes

Why worry about changes that you can't control

Just face them as they come and let them go

With each new change, new things come out

With an open mind, it'll leave little doubt

Many good events will happen too

As you learn about life and about you

Meeting many people, as you journey there

There's just so much, that you can share

Places that you've never seen

Skies of blue and fields of green

Amazing things that you will see

And everything that you can be

Wonderful things will come your way

As your life takes you through each new day

Nothing stays the same, everything will change

Familiar things, that started out as strange

Changes Anew
© by Bud Lemire on Jan 3, 2009

One thing we know about changes anew
They always happen when we don’t expect them to
Sometimes they’re good, sometimes they’re bad
They can make us happy, or make us feel sad

Some changes seem scary at first
Because we think of only the worst
But when we look back we’ll see
It was the better change of our destiny

Sometimes it’s a move we make to another place
Or an appearance in your life of a new face
They can be big changes, or little ones too
These changes that come and happen to you

The loss of someone, who’s moved away
A rearranged room to start a new day
There’s so many changes that can happen to you
All of us at one time must face Changes Anew

Changes are good for the soul, even though the unknown

of where it may bring us are scary. We always look back and think

“Wow, I am so glad that change came.” Changes lead us to other

things that may end up being the most important event in our life.

Cherish Each Moment

Where did the time go, how was it spent

It sure did go fast, yes, it just went

Time goes so fast, I never see it go

Yet, I am in it, this I just know

I move ahead, with each second that goes by

It may seem to drag at times, but time does fly

Life takes a hold of you, and takes you along

On a journey of all, the weak and the strong

If you sat in a chair, twenty four hours a day

Time would go by, without a word to say

If you enjoyed yourself, that would be okay

Yet time would still find your hair, eventually gray

I value the time, each moment I'm here

The time it is precious, each moment is dear

I try to make it count, because it means a lot

As I get older, there are some things I forgot

In a journal I write, so I can remember it all

So I can look back, when it's hard to recall

What can you do, when time passes you by

Cherish each moment, until it's your time to die

Time seems to go by fast, and things never last.

So you must cherish them as much as you can.

Enjoy them to the fullest. Live life! Be all you

can be, do all you can do. Be you!

Cherokee Daughter

She was a full blooded Cherokee

With her daughter at her knee

"Mom, can we change shapes like our ancestors did?"

She asked these questions, because she was a kid

She wanted to know all about her ancestry

And how they lived in the land of the free

She wanted to fly as high as she could, into the air

And to explore her spirit and to be aware

A beautiful little girl, with dark black hair

The prettiest smile upon her face, was placed there

She could learn to be brave and be strong

And learn the difference between right and wrong

For her people, things did change

In her life, it turned out to be strange

Voices heard, within her head

They came to her, from the dead

They showed her visions of things to come

Reminded her of where she was from

She stood tall, and she was so proud

Of her heritage, while in a crowd

It wasn't easy, with all they've been through

But they did what only they could do

She became a woman, and raised a family

The Cherokee Daughter, proud of her ancestry

Choices

Listen to your spirit that guides you every day

The soul inside you that will guide you on your way

When choosing exactly what to do

Listen to the voice inside of you

If the choice rings true

You'll know what to do

For all will feel exactly right

You'll be able to sleep at night

If the choice seems wrong

And choosing takes too long

Then doubt is around there

It's time to be aware

All should resonate within

Then answers won't spin

You'll know clearly your choice

You'll reply with a loud voice

You must be true to you

In everything that you do

So the choices that you make

Are the things that you can take

Remember to always take time to think your choices over.

Weigh the good points for each, and how it makes you feel.

The one that makes you feel better, is the choice you should choose.

Choices To Make

When you have choices to make, and it's not easy to choose

Which one will you make, will you win or will you lose

At the time, these choices are hard to make

When deciding, which one you're going to take

It all comes down to you

And what you decide to do

There are no wrong choices, when you're deciding

Just life's experiences, while you are sliding

The end of the world, doesn't come with a no

Other doors will open, you'll know where to go

Explore the choices, feel them out

Are you having, any feelings of doubt

How much doubt, are you feeling

It's up to you, when you are dealing

You hold the cards, you own the deck

You can play any game, that you select

Crazy Eight, picking your brain apart

Until you pick, the Jack Of Hearts

Or you can shuffle, and start anew

The Choices To Make, are always up to you

For me, sometimes the choices seem harder, and

yet I know inside, I always know the answer. Can

I handle it, or should I pass it up. Does it feel right

to me, or not. My soul knows the answer, so I will

listen to it. It will guide me right.

Class Reunion

Another Class Reunion, where did everyone go

So far from the place, that we use to know

Time scattered some, to a distant time and place

Others stayed around their hometown, with a future they would face

From a child to an adult, the journey took you away

On another path, where you'd learn new games to play

You'd take on a new role, and raise a family

Take on a new job, to determine who you'd be

Some would lose their hair, or it might turn gray

Or gain or lose weight, and look that way today

Some may become famous, or just known around town

Or have a serious role, or maybe play a clown

The years that pass, are lessons learned for all

An educational trip after school, when we hear the call

To follow what we know, and know just what we seek

Always to think carefully, before the words we speak

Another Class Reunion, I wonder who'll be there

I look forward to life's story, each of us can share

I wrote this poem long before I even attended a

Class Reunion. My first one was in 2013, and it

was enjoyable. The next was 2018, and I liked it.

Now in 2023, is another one, and yes, I will attend

it, and I am sure it will be enjoyable too.

Comfort In A Friend

In this life you never know

When it's someone's time to go

Precious is the time we spend

In conversation with a friend

We both value the time we share

A time to show how much we care

If a friend has a life threatening disease, don't back away

Because they still need your time, especially every day

If it's a friend you've recently come to know

Don't let unknown fear inside you start to grow

What makes you afraid to become close

Your friendship is needed the very most

Do you fear emotions and an upcoming loss

When it comes to your soul, you are the boss

Part of life and the time that we're living

Is the time and love that we are giving

I'd say this friend needs you even more

Then they ever needed anyone before

If this friend should suddenly pass away

Remember you gave your best every day

What if you found yourself in their place

Wouldn't you find comfort in their friendly face

When wishing for the pain to end

Wouldn't you find comfort in a friend

In this life, I find friendship very precious. I know if I was going through something

and needed a friend, it would be a most welcomed sight and presence. There are

many diseases you can not catch, and yet people back away from a friend anyway.

Just when your presence could have given them so much comfort and love. Is it

because you fear losing them, or fear catching what they have. Afraid that

your emotions will be out and you won't have control of them. Sometimes we have

to come out with our emotions and breakdown the wall, to become become better

people. Listen to your soul, it knows.

Competition

When it comes to competition, I'm not one to compete

Because everyone in their own way, is individually unique

When they take a photo, I see the beauty there

I take pictures where I am, but can't be everywhere

It is not a game I play on some reality show

It's all about appreciating all the beauty I know

I'm not out to win the grand prize

In this life we're all the same size

I like to see what others have done

Life in my eyes should always be fun

Common sense and appreciation too

Wherever you go, and whatever you do

The human race shouldn't be who wins and is the best

But by appreciation, because life isn't that kind of a test

To me, life is a journey that we learn as we go

The more we learn, the more that we grow

I'm not in this life to win any game

Because in my eyes, we are all the same

When it comes to competition, I'm not one to compete

Because everyone in their own way, is individually unique

It's always nice to just see things from someone else's

point of view. No one is any better than anyone else, and

appreciation is always the best.

Created To Be Unique

No two people are ever the same

Even if they have an identical name

Some may like music, some may like sports

Some wear long pants, some will wear shorts

Some like reading, some like traveling places

So many personalities, among the many faces

What makes us each special, what makes us each unique

What makes us that way, are within the words we speak

How we present ourselves to others, helps to make you be

You in every way, comes through for all to see

Not everyone will agree, on what you have to say

Their interests are different, but that is still okay

Our personalities reside within our soul

It nourishes our spirit, and it makes us whole

By doing everything that we love to do

That is what makes you into You

You can't always like what someone else might like

A drive in a car may override riding a bike

You may not always understand others, though you may try

They are following a journey, that helps them get by

You can't be like them, they can't be like you

We were created to be unique, with all things that we do

Like a snowflake, we are each unique in our own way.

We can't always understand others, because that is not

our journey. Why they do things they do, or why they

have things they do. It is not our journey to understand.

It is our journey to accept them for who they are, and

that should be enough. What makes them special and

unique is something some of us won't understand. But

know this, it is making them whole and who they are.

Dead Cat

On my way down the street, I saw a dead cat

It made me think of this, and think of that

We just never know

Where our life will go

So always be careful, when crossing the street

Watch it, so you don't, trip over your own feet

Look both ways, for cars that are in sight

And if it's dark outside, wear something white

As I looked over, at the dead cat

I wondered what it was thinking, before it went splat

It wouldn't be thinking, "Oh no! It's the end for me"

Because animals and humans, think differently

But how do I really know, for I'm not a cat

It could have been thinking, of this or of that

How will the owners feel, maybe they'll weep

For their special pet, finding it hard to sleep

I know how I'd feel, if I were in their shoes

I'd be feeling the sorrow, for the friend I did lose

For although we are different, we're similar too

And I know animals have souls, with all I've been through

I'm sure confusion, ran through its mind

When it entered Heaven, and left its body behind

It's probably getting together, with its feline family

And all other relatives, who are in its family tree

I know one thing for sure, as I saw the dead cat

It made me think more, of this and of that

We should appreciate all creatures, those who are like us or not

And be thankful we're alive, and for all that we've got

Dead Resident

When the newspapers start piling up by the door

And there's an odor that is too hard to ignore

Someone could have passed away

Possibly last week, or the other day

Who would know, if someone passed away

They could be in their apartment, in a state of decay

It might be someone that you know

That you haven't seen in a day or so

What happened in their place

For them not to have shown their face

Who would know what happened there

There must be someone who would care

Let's check in on Lou today

Maybe he has gone away

Mary might be home tonight

It's 10 PM and there's no light

It's hard to know where everyone might be

Some sort of “Buddy Check” might be the key

There will always be those that we don't know

Who they are, and where they go

I wonder how their last days were spent

When someone turns up as a Dead Resident

In an apartment place, there will always be people

passing away. It was their time to go, most likely.

But when you haven't seen anyone in awhile, it might

be a good idea to bring it to someone's attention. So

they can easily check on that person just to be sure

they are okay. Everybody needs someone to check on

them. I have two people I know who would be calling

everywhere to check on me if I wasn't seen in awhile.

Everyone should have someone checking on them. If

not, they need to have someone do that. A “Buddy Check”

is in need for those who don't have one.

Disappointment And Surprise

Disappointment and surprise

From everyday life they do arise

Expecting something that isn't there

Can break you down and cause despair

A pleasant surprise to something great

It happens suddenly, don't have to wait

So many times we've built a wall

Only to watch and see it fall

Expectations are built too high

With hopeless outcomes we wonder why

Just let things happen as they will be

Don't confuse life with fantasy

Only we control what we make

We can give or we can take

If you give freely, then you are wise

Each day will bring a pleasant surprise

If you take a little every day

Disappointments will always come your way

Do The Best You Can

Do The best you can, with what you've got

That's all anyone can do, give it their best shot

Seek to always try your best, never cease to try

Remember the caterpillar travels far, to become the butterfly

Life can bring on pressure, let there be no stress

Flow with the current, breathe and get your needed rest

Live your life, one day at a time

Little steps if needed, step across the line

No matter what your situation, no matter what your role

Let courage be your companion, guided by your soul

Learn to know your path, learn to know it well

Listen to your inner thoughts, and know when to tell

Share kindness with a stranger, complete it with a smile

Calm yourself with meditation, be patient for awhile

Understand the losses, that occur each year

Gain knowledge from their wisdom, discard excess fear

Explore the taste of life, in everything you do

Mold it to a pattern, that is right for you

Do The best you can, with what you've got

That's all anyone can do, give it their best shot

Don't Be So Paranoid

I'm not taking a picture of your house, why would you think that

There's a squirrel in a tree nearby, that's where I am aiming at

Why are people so paranoid, in this world today

You may understand just why, to me it's not okay

I took a picture of a sunset one night, and a woman that I knew

Was nearby where I was, she wrote me a nasty letter too

She wanted to see the pictures I took of her, she had some gall

I wrote her back saying, I don't have any of her at all

Someone taking pictures at a cemetery, was told to quit

By an observer who was watching, who didn't like it one bit

She said it was a private place, don't take a picture here

I think there are too many people, who are so insecure

One lady asked me, “Are you taking a picture of me?”

I replied, “How could I be, I was aiming at a butterfly, so free”

Everything that is done these days, is not pointed at you

Don't be so paranoid, this is something that I always do

I was stopped by security guards one time, they were told to check me out

It was reported that some weird guy was taking pictures, what was that all about

What's going on inside people's minds, I'd really like to know

No matter what, I'll keep taking pictures everywhere I go

These are all true stories. I've been taking pictures for over 20 years.

I've come across many paranoid people, who think because I am

carrying a camera, they think I am taking a picture of them. In an

event like The U.P. State Fair, and Rock The Dock, etc., I am most

likely capturing people at the event they are attending. But mostly

I enjoy nature and scenery even more.

Don't Call Us

Solicitors keep ringing me at home

Why don't they, just leave me alone

Trying to sell me, something I don't need

Wondering where, this conversation will lead

Blabber on, right into my ear

I'm not listening, so I don't hear

You act like a friend, but I don't know you

How long will it take, before our chat is through

Now you talk, as if you have a deal for me

Why don't you just be quiet, and let me be

I guess it's time for me to say

I don't want any, so just go away

Sorry we're not interested, in anything at all

In fact I feel my time, was wasted on this call

I don't want to listen, I have better things to do

Than to spend my time, listening to you

Don't Drink And Drive

Don't drink and drive

Keep other people alive

Stay sober behind the wheel

So they can have their next meal

Before you even start to drink

Use your brain, use it to think

Your reaction time will be too slow

The normal things, you won't know

You think you can handle anything, sure

But alcohol will slow you, so much can occur

In an instant, everything can go wrong

You'll end up in a place you don't belong

A life is gone, and you can't reverse

From there, the situation gets worse

Anger and sadness becomes a reality

People mourn the loss of their family

So please use your brain and think

If you're going to drive, don't drink

Do your best to keep others alive

When you drink, please don't drive

You've heard it many times. But you

never listen. You're out there driving

drunk again. Each year more people

are killed by drunk drivers. Still they

go out and do it again. Here's what I

do know. For every life you take while

driving drunk, you will feel that loss

while on the journey of your soul.

You will feel everything that family

had to deal with. Stop it before it

happens. You'll be happy you listened

to me.

Don't Get Caught Up In The Fog

Don't get caught up in the fog passing by

There's so much more, beyond your eye

You'll see it all, as you move ahead

Move your feet forward, and you'll be lead

I know you're discouraged, by what you don't see

Just flow with your life, let all things come to be

The greater good, the greater things are yet to come

You'll find, in your heart and soul, where it is from

Reach out, dance and smile in the fog

Can you hear the barking of the dog?

He comes up and licks your face

You knew all along, this is your place

Just like the fog, you can't always see

Where life will take you, in your destiny

Your soul knows, and it will guide you

When the fog gets too thick, it'll help you through

We all sometimes feel that way

As time passes by every day

There's so much, you have yet to do before you die

So, please don't get caught up in the fog, passing by

Sometimes we can't always see what is to be, or why

we are where we are in life. But it always works out.

We get beyond the fog, and we get through it all. We

have fog lights, and fog horns, and use our souls as

our guides. Knowing what feels right to us, is the way

we get from one place to the next.

Don't Hold A Grudge!

Don't hold a grudge, and not talk to me

We can work it out, I'm sure you'll agree

Nothing is so bad, where it'll tear us apart

I love you, and always have you in my heart

It was an accident, if you only knew

It could have happened, even to you

I wasn't thinking, I'm sorry sorry I did

Made you upset, and you blew your lid

We're both adults, so let's talk it out

Let's not leave, aside any doubt

You know I wouldn't hurt you, on any day

So don't go silent, don't stay away

Life is too short, with less time together

Our time. Should always be a pleasure

We're missing out on so much, of each other's life

This grudge you're holding, causes so much strife

Words can not say, how sorry I am

I wasn't thinking, but I do give a damn

So please call me, the sooner would be great

I prefer us to chat, please let's not wait

Accidents do happen, especially very easily

and very quickly. Nobody should be cut off

completely from a friend or relative, just

because something shouldn't have happened.

Hear them out, let it pass over and be gone.

Carry on, and remember, nobody is perfect.

Forgive and make up, and enjoy the time together.

Don't Laugh At Them

Don't laugh at those who have less

You think you know better, but you don't know best

Who truly knows where their life had lead

Before you laugh at anyone, search the common sense in your head

Now tell me, if you were in their place

Would you like people laughing in your face

Remember, there are those with less and those with more

You learn to respect the rich, do the same for the poor

I've heard it told, when you get to Heaven's Gate

You will experience others pain, and all those who appreciate

Those you treated poorly, you will feel it all

You will feel how they felt, when you laughed at them in the Hall

Because your spirit needs to grow, and you didn't do it here

You'll have to guide your victim, by whispering in their ear

You'll need their forgiveness, to set things straight

So your soul can ascend, to its rightful state

Remember, before you laugh at anyone, you've not been in their shoes

You don't know their story, be compassionate when you choose

All actions you take, will come back to you

Use the love God gave, you'll know the right thing to do

When you laugh at those with less, you are not seeing the whole

picture. You are not realizing that it could have been you in

their place. Being unkind to those with less, also makes you

look really bad to others as well. You don't know their life's

story, nor do you know the struggles they faced along their

journey to where they are now. Use compassion and be kind.

You will feel it in your heart and soul, because that is the better

choice to make. You will feel much better inside as well.

Don't Live With Regret

Don't Live With Regret

In a tangled up net

Of things you didn't do

You had to be you

Don't feel bad, of choices you took

You traveled the pages, to make your own book

You had to experience, you had to explore

The journey of life, so you could become more

When you chisel a sculpture, it turns out alright

A lifetime traveler, is embraced by the light

The finished product, looks pretty good

Sometimes we ponder on the “If We Could”

The role that you played

Was how you were made

Chiseled, with every moment passing by

Turning out, as beauty to the eye

You are who you are, be proud to be you

The trials of time, is what you went through

You've learned about life, love, and much more

Became much wiser, with the burdens you bore

Never look back, to what could have been

You've mastered you, and that was then

You can look back on your past and think of

things you could have done and didn't, or

things you did do, but shouldn't have. But

take a good look at yourself and who you've

become. Without those trials and experiences

you wouldn't be the YOU, that you are today.

From exploring life, you have had experiences.

From your experiences, you have learned so

much. You need not regret, be proud of YOU.

Don't Take For Granted

Every moment is precious, no matter what the case

Learning about life and love, among the human race

Some people, have their lives cut short

Through illnesses or actions, or something of the sort

Think of every moment spent, as something very rare

Take time to try new things, go ahead if you dare

No matter how little, or small that it may seem

It could be the beginning, of a small part of a dream

Don’t reach too high, without enjoying things that are nearby

Touch upon the simple things, it sure is worth a try

Can you imagine life, if simple things weren’t there

There would be a lot more stress, and life would be unfair

Take time to feel, with your heart beating strong

Keep your priorities, right where they belong

Show your smile to others, keep those you love near

Don’t Take For Granted, the time that you are here

Don't Talk Down To Me

Don't talk down to me

You don't know everything, you see

You think you're better than everyone

You're really not, when the day is done

So I can't spell, my grammar needs work

Step down from your soap box, you jerk

If you were smart, you'd certainly know

To not correct everyone, wherever you go

It's a good way, to get friends mad at you

They're friends, it's something you shouldn't do

I know, you feel you are doing something right

Leading them, into a more knowledgeable light

Maybe their light, shines elsewhere

A place unknown, and it's there

They may shine, at something else they do

It may be something, that you never knew

So hold yourself back

Please don't attack

There are things you can not see

So, please, don't talk down to me

For the people who feel others are stupid

because of their grammar or spelling or

something else. Maybe there is another

reason for why they spelled it that way.

Whatever the case, trying to correct them

only makes them feel more animosity towards

you. Let it go! Be a better person, and ignore.

Dream Revival

I traveled so far in my dreams

At least that is how it seemed

Where my spirit goes

God only knows

Seems like, I slept a little longer

Healing my body, now I am stronger

My energy's revived

Now I feel alive

I'm ready to meet another day

I wonder how long I was away

It couldn't have been too long

Or maybe the clock is wrong

I guess sleep is like recharging our body

While we sleep our soul can roam freely

While our souls take to the air

That's when our bodies make repairs

That's why we all need our rest

So our bodies will heal the best

Rest easy, relax and have a dream

Sometimes life, is much more than it seems

Drink To Your Health

We live in a world where everyone loves to drink

I know that for me, it makes it hard to think

Someone pours a drink on so many shows on TV

You hardly see them pour a Root Beer or a cup of tea

At a social gathering, they serve beer or wine

I bring a bottle of water, I think it is divine

Drinking causes problems, making it hard to think

Yet still you see those people, holding onto a drink

I drink to my health, with home brewed green tea

What you choose to drink, will decide how your health will be

A little wine won't hurt, some say it's good for the heart

But drinking too much, has a very unhealthy part

I'd love to see them serving tea or water on TV

Instead of Brandy, Whiskey, or beer for us to see

Maybe it's the buzz you get, so you drink to that

To me drinking that stuff, is not where it is at

If I want something stronger, it's Vernor's Ginger Ale or an A&W Root Beer

To me these drinks are Heavenly, and my mind is still so clear

Relax and have a drink, if that is what you wish

I'll have a glass of tea, with my Friday meal of fish

Everything you see, and everywhere you go, someone

has a drink in their hand. I personally don't even care

for those drinks. I prefer A&W Root Beer, Vernor's Ginger Ale,

Tea, or water. They're much better for you. And you can think

much easier. I raise my bottle of water, Cheers!

Each Moment

Live life for each moment, before your time is gone

Glide through each day, like water to a swan

Spread your wings and fly, like the birds up in the sky

Take in what is seen, beyond the human eye

Strive to be your best, at everything you do

Don't look down on others, who look up to you

Smile and let the feeling, spread within yourself

Share it with others, unlike an old book on a shelf

Breathe the air, fresh and feels so great

Appreciate each moment, because time doesn't wait

Gaze at all the colors, with nature all around

Don't wander about, with your feet stuck in the ground

Let the sunshine, fill your very soul

Carry on life's journey, as you play your role

Butterflies flying all around, they are Heaven sent

As you feel the love, of living Each Moment

Earth Song

We’re moving in a world, so cosmic and so vast

Our destiny’s the future, in the present, from the past

Time has no boundaries, with each step we take

It’s our own life in this world, that it is we make

The seconds and the minutes, tick into hours along the way

We wake up in the morning, to meet another day

If we’re aware of our surroundings, and everything we see

Then we know about life, and how it’s really suppose to be

Appreciate the flow of all, in this reality

Feel all living things, let your soul roam free

The tree so strong and mighty, with branches held so high

The wind that rustles its leaves, as it goes blowing by

People will complain, no matter where they’re from

The love of life must be felt, from within is where it comes

The soul in harmony, with everything around

The earth waves being felt, with our feet upon the ground

As we walk through the universe, value everything

Dance around with happiness, let your spirit sing

We’re moving in a world, so cosmic and so vast

Our destiny’s the future, in the present, from the past

Eat It Your Way

What makes people eat the way they do

Sometimes I really wish I knew

There's so many ways to eat food

Some even eat theirs in the nude

Some will eat one item at one time

Don't want the food crossing over the line

Because if the foods should touch

That would be just too much

Don't want the gravy touching my bread

It'll be too soggy, it's something I dread

When you eat pork

Better use a fork

Mix my food all together as one

So it'll be so much more fun

Let me taste the combination

United foods causing a good sensation

It doesn't matter what's on your food tray

You're still going to Eat It Your Way

Emotional Roller Coaster

Do you feel, you're on an Emotional Roller Coaster

Sadness to happiness, popping up like a toaster

What makes a person, change emotions so quick

Some might say that, they're mentally sick

Super sensitive, is what I say

For you see, I am the same way

When the energies we feel

Are so very much real

They flow in and out

Leaving so much doubt

Do we feel what we don't understand

Will it be a soft place when we land

Let it pass through, but don't take it too hard

Cry out and release the pain, and play another card

Get off that Roller Coaster, and get on another ride

And calm all the feelings, that you're feeling inside

Empty Out Your Pockets

Remember when you pass, to empty out your pockets here

Of all the disappointment, jealousy, prejudice, and the fear

For it's not needed, on the other side

When your spirit passes, and your human body dies

Shed the limitations, so that you can do more

In the spirit world, where your spirit will soar

Your mind-set has to change upon death

As you set forth in spirit with a fresh new breath

Our negative issues soften, while the positive grows brighter

We wake up from a dream, that was an all-nighter

We're wearing a coat, with invisible pockets of many

Emptying them out of emotions, so our spirits can see

Our pocket issues, become part of our soul

When they're released, then you will know

We leave our judgments and issues behind

When we're in the kingdom of the divine

Enjoy And Have Fun

When I was younger, I had fun, that's what I did

Because when you're young, that's what you do, I was a kid

Now I am older, I still have fun, because I can

It doesn't matter if you're a kid, because now I'm a man

Having fun is what everyone needs to do

A little enjoyment in each day, until it is through

Have fun, bring out the little girl or little boy

By having fun, doing the things that you enjoy

Some people tell me I'm like a little boy

I think it must be because I do things I enjoy

In your life, you need to have a little fun

So you experience it, before each day is done

Listen to nature, hear the music and song

While the birds sing, as you walk along

Smile when a butterfly happens to fly by

For me, the world of nature makes me high

Get out of the house, and have a great time

Socialize a little and you'll notice each sign

Release the little girl and the little boy

Have the best of fun, and just really enjoy

To get the most out of your life, you need to have

fun. Enjoying the little things as well as the

larger things that come along. When you can

enjoy the little things, they become much larger.

When you see things that you never seen before,

you are appreciating the greater things in life.

Life is a fun experience. Laugh a little, smile

a little, and have fun. In fact, have a great time.

Every Now And Then

Every now and then a light shines through

To let you know someone's thinking of you

Every now and then someone's thinking of you

To let you know someone's touching you

Every now and then it rains down on you

To let you know that you'll get through

Every now and then there's dark clouds overhead

Better days are coming, go where you are lead

Every now and then you're reminded of your value

By family and friends, and it helps to get you through

Every now and then a love comes along

To let you know there's somewhere you belong

Every now and then two people drift apart

To let you know just how strong is your heart

For with the strength backed up by your soul

You'll overcome life's obstacles, wherever you will go

Every now and then changes happen to you

To let you know that you'll know what to do

Every now and then someone writes a poem

To let you know you're loved and aren't alone

Everybody Has A Story

Everybody that you see, has a story that should be told

It doesn't matter if you're young, or if you are old

The story of your life, and your journey here

Your happy times, your sorrows and your fear

What you did in your life, and how you got to be

the person that we know, the person that we see

It all depends, on what you wish to share

In your life, there's many things, if you even dare

A side of you, that not everyone knows

The many choices you had, and the one you chose

A story of your Heaven, a story of your Hell

In your life, it's one that only you can tell

A story about you, that you could leave behind

Someone in the future, might be interested in what they find

Your story would fascinate others, so it should be told

Don't wait too long, your memory may not hold

Share it with the world, share it with family and friends

Otherwise it'll be forgotten, when your life ends

Everybody has a story, of their life lived here

A journey in this world, of everything that they hold dear

Everybody has a story that should be told. And think how

wonderful it would be to read about someone you know and

get the inside story of who they were and how they became

who they are as you knew them. Even if you had known them

all your life, there will be things you never knew about them.

Everybody Is A Star

Everyone is special, everybody is a star

No matter who you are, no matter where you are

There's a light, that shines inside of you

It shines quite brightly, in everything you do

It's your soul, that shines so very bright

That other people notice, it is your soul light

It's what makes you special, and makes you unique

This is the quality, that other people seek

It's that star personality, that's found in everyone

That makes each life, so much more fun

We don't think alike, our beliefs are different too

Stars are very special, because they make up You

They are your present, your future and your past

The star that shines inside, will forever last

It's that sparkle in your eye

It's what keeps you asking why

The star you are, guides you everywhere

The love inside of you, and just how much you care

No matter who you are, no matter where you are

Everyone is special, Everybody Is A Star

Everybody is a star, because we are each unique

and special in our own way. The soul inside of us

shines brightly and makes us who we are.

Everyone Has Baggage

Everyone has baggage, coming from their past

Issues that reappear, in a sudden blast

It's how we handle it, how we get along

How we help to carry it, that makes our love strong

Long ago something happened, that caused this to be

Fastened to your life, and caused you misery

It's part of who you are now, and forever too

Those who are close, know this side of you

If they really love you, then they will know

They will understand your worries when they show

They will treat you gently, and ease your worried mind

Because the love you share, isn't easy to find

They know you aren't at fault, for what happened before

That stuck inside your mind, and did so much more

Love is the greatest healer, for the worried soul

Where past issues come along, and everyone should know

If you have a child, treat them kindly please

Show them love and respect, not like they have a disease

For every little thing that you have done wrong

Will make it harder in their lives for them to move along

Remember in your life, treat those who look up to you better.

For they love you, and what you say and how you treat them will

be taught to them and make them who they are.

Use caution, and have respect, and give a lot of love.

Everyone We Meet

Everyone we meet in life, has a role to play

Sometimes we're their teacher, sometimes it is they

There is always a lesson we can learn

From the people we meet at every turn

The journey of the soul, takes in everything

Gently as it moves ahead, never hovering

Touching others gently, with your light

So their wings open, and they can take flight

Traveling life's path, helping those in need

Wherever we end up, wherever it may lead

Those souls that are lead before our eyes

Stand before us truly, naked of disguise

Sometimes our advice, is what they need to hear

To calm them of their obstacles, and rid them of their fear

It may be something, we never experienced before

Somehow we knew the right words, to help them through the door

There's always some reason, why people come and go

Even if there's no answers, and we never truly know

Their touch and influence, touches us so deep

When our lives cross with, Everyone We Meet

Our life touches others who come into our lives.

At the same time, they touch our lives as well.

They learn from us, we learn from them. In the

end we both grow as we travel along in life.

Expressions

Expressions are worded in so many ways

It's all in the way that we use the phrase

We can explain it on one day

The next time it could be a different way

I do believe expressions come from our soul

From our experiences and all that we know

To voice what we need to, of it all it can be

Expressing the words and setting them free

Once we get the words ready and then let them out

The way that you wanted to, there can be no doubt

The order they came out, was the right one

Now that they're released, then it is done

Everyone has their own way to express

Each is unique in individualness

Just like each soul is unique

Each one expressing, must reach their peak

Speak the words, say what you want to

Do it the way that is the best way for you

Use your thoughts, not anything less

And then let it out, go ahead and express

Expressions are for us to express what we know

So others can hear what comes from your soul

Expressing is our own unique way of letting others

know how we feel. The way we word them depends

on what we wish to get across to those listening. It's

a good form of release as well.

Fear Is Just A Word

Fear is just a word, you shouldn't give it power

Never should you let it make you shake or cower

Don't let it get too big, keep it very small

Then you'll be able to conquer it all

Everything is new, it's normal as can be

You have the strength, to overcome all you see

Transitions happen in your life anew

Molding and shaping into a better you

Every move you make

Every step you take

Is the right move for you

In everything you do

For there is no wrong

Just you carry on

Move with the flow

Listen to your soul

Everything you do is a lesson learned

Of a right choice that you have earned

Spread your wings, and fly like a bird

Never give it power, Fear is just a word

Special thanks to the spirits of my brother Terry, my Grandmother Alma,

and my friend Bob for their inspiration in making this poem.

Filled With Lies

In a world that's filled with lies

Where the truth is in disguise

It's not easy finding someone to trust

But when you do, it is a plus

It is easy to rely

Upon the words within a lie

But it's honesty, that's needed here

So that all things will be clear

If your life is based on lies

You take part in things unwise

And one lie leads to more

Than you ever thought before

You'll be covering up more things

And whatever else it brings

Do you really want to lie

On your lips, as they pass by

Or to do what will be right

And be embraced by truthful light

There's full use of your heart

When you let all the lies depart

You'll be cleaned, not to deceive

And open for love to receive

In a world that's filled with lies

Where the truth is for the wise

Lies only lead to bigger problems.

So tell the truth, and you'll feel

much better inside.

Food Spoils

If you're eating some food that doesn't taste right

Don't you even think of taking another bite

If it's kept for too long, it may have gone bad

Nothing lasts forever, which is kind of sad

The food spoils after awhile

If eaten, causes some poisonous bile

Did someone give you this food to eat?

How will you know how long it's been in the heat

If the first bite doesn't taste right, use common sense

Don't eat any more, don't be so dense

Watching what you eat is the healthy thing to do

Use caution when food is given to you

Also remember there's an expiration date you can see

It's there for a reason, it's there for you and me

When unsure of the food you are eating

Then it's better if you were retreating

Be careful of all foods you consume

It could be as bad as a poisonous mushroom

How long to keep food is a fact you should know

And knowing when it's time to let those foods go

Don't you even think of taking another bite

If you're eating some food that doesn't taste right

Remember it's your body, and use common sense.

You were given your senses so you would know.

Be very careful of what you put into your body.

If it's outdated or gone stale, it can do some really

bad damage to your insides. Learn the facts of

how to store food, and when to throw it away.

Your life is important. Proceed with caution.

Free To Choose

Remember to always, let others make their own choice

Honor their decisions, let unconditional love be your voice

Don't force the issues, let love guide the way

Remove the anger, from words you would say

Points of view and opinions, are different for each

A lifetime of learning, that's within our reach

Experiences from our journey, is how we were taught

The way we do things, depends on our thoughts

When you give your all, you receive so much in return

Treasured moments, with each lesson you learn

When you're holding back, you are not free

To be everything, that you're meant to be

Open up yourself, to all things around

Answers you searched for, all can be found

Don't let the past, burden you with bad news

Clear your mind, so you're Free To Choose

Friends

The pressures of our journey, are lessened while we’re here

By the presence of good friends, whom are special and are dear

They’re here to help us through

In everything we do

They keep us standing tall

When sometimes we think we’ll fall

They keep our spirit strong

Whether we are right or wrong

Earth Angels who will guide us

They’re someone we can trust

On this journey of our soul

These friends are good to know

Friends come many shapes and sizes, even when they aren’t near

Afar or in person, they calm our spirit of our fears

I couldn’t ask for better companions, as the future comes to be

Than the ones that I call friends, who have always believed in me

Friends And Family

Anyone can be a brother, a sister, or a cousin too

But what makes them special, is what they share with you

There's always new relatives, being born every day

But they never get to know you, in the same way

Sometimes you'll find a friend, who's as close as a sister or a brother

They live so far away, and they had a different Father and Mother

It feels like you've known them, for so many years

Because you shared so much, the smiles and the tears

There is no difference, between your family and a good friend

When the love that you have within, is the love that you send

For the love shared with them, means everything

It's like joining in a happy song, that you each sing

It's the way you treat them, and how they treat you

That makes a family your friend, and makes your friends your family too

It is always good to know, they are not far away

And you can keep in touch with them, every day

They care for you, and your best interests are at heart

In their life, they accept you for playing your part

They don't judge you, for mistakes that you made in your past

They love you for the present, for the stone had already been cast

In life, nobody understands it all

They are there, to catch you if you fall

This is the love within the friends and family

And why they mean the world to me

Good friends and good family are truly the

best to have. I have some really great ones.

Garage Sale
© by Bud Lemire on June 20, 2009

I went to a Garage Sale to see what I could see
I found someone there who was looking back at me
She asked me if there was anything I found
I told her, “Not yet, I’m still looking around”

If you look around, the prices are marked down low
On many different things that normally wouldn’t be so
Maybe there’s a book that I’d like to read
You just never know where a sale could lead

I see a box of Cds, so I look to see what’s there
I find a CD for 25 cents, that can’t be ordered anywhere
She tells me there’s three more boxes of books she just put out
So I find myself doing some more wandering about

Maybe there’s something I can get for someone
I’ll just keep on looking, until I am done
Maybe a knickknack will fit someone I know
I look on the tables and in the boxes down below
Maybe an elephant, a cow, or possibly a bear
Something I can find, so that I can share

I guess I’ll take the CD and I’ll go
I wish her luck, hoping more people will show
I walked out the door and was on my way
So happy I found a bargain at the Garage Sale today

Whether it be a Garage Sale, Yard Sale, Rummage Sale, or Estate Sale, it’s always nice to find bargains at these sales. To find something that costs less, yet means so much . And you just never know what you’ll find, a treasure, an antique, a keepsake for many years to come. Whatever it is you find, you’ll be glad you stopped to look.

Good Day

Sometimes it’s a phone call, from someone far away

Calling just to say, they thought of you today

Sometimes it’s a song, that touches you in a way

All the musical notes, and what the lyrics have to say

It could be a stranger, who smiled down the street

Or someone who told you, “you are so sweet”

It could be a letter, you received from a friend

Or the one you wrote, that you wish to send

It could be the feeling, when someone you love is near

Because inside your heart, they are very dear

It could be the sun, shining on you very bright

Making you feel good inside, with the love of light

Sometimes it’s a good day, because of what you eat

It gives us the strength, with everyday challenges that we meet

Food keeps our blood flowing, and makes us feel complete

Giving us the greatest feeling, and helps our heart to beat

When you look upon each day, as time is passing by

You can find the good in every day, if you’d only try

For it is there for each of us, to help us on our way

Sometimes it is how we see things, that makes it a Good Day

Wishing everyone a Good Day!

Good In Every Day

I look for something good in every day

And cherish what I find in every way

For there is good, before the day is done

Sometimes in each moment, sometimes in the sun

Sometimes we must make it good

Because nobody else would or could

It's all inside, search your mind

Be positive with all you find

The state you're in, is the key

Of what kind of day, it will be

Sometimes it can be almost anything

Maybe a song, and the way they sing

It could be a compliment said to you

Or something you've waited for, that came through

Whatever it is, you will know

And it makes for a happy soul

Change your mind, think positive

Find the good in each day you live

I cherish what I find in every way

Because I look for good in every day

If you look, you can find good in every

day. The sun, the birds, a friend, a song,

a book, events, a letter, a comment, TV,

and so much more.

Growing Old

Growing old isn't the easiest thing

We worry about health and what it will bring

As our bodies age, our health starts to fail

The pain we endure, is like a hammer on nail

It's harder to endure what we once did

Let's face it, we're no longer a kid

Muscles are aching, arthritis sets in

It's a fighting battle, that we'll never win

We must cherish each moment, without the pain

Smile when the sun shines, get through the rain

Walk a little slower, look all around

Be careful we don't find ourselves, on the ground

We must see the Doctor more often, for check ups each year

Wait for the results, to see what will appear

It's always better, when the results are okay

It's like an apple a day, keeps the Doctor away

Sometimes our health, has to do with our heart

It just doesn't beat right, and we're falling apart

Our heart is important, it helps us to live

With the heart of our soul, we learn to give

So much can hurt us as we're growing old

But love will keep us, from getting so cold

Everyone we know, at sometime will grow older too

It's something us humans, always have to go through

Every day we get older. It's just something that happens.

But it is just a number, for inside, our soul, remains so very

young. For it's our body that withers in time.

Guide Me On My Journey

Guide me on my journey

To who knows where

Protect and keep me safe

Let me know you are there

Let me feel your love

At every road I take

Help me understand

The choices that I make

Help me to understand

Everything I see

So I can understand

And be a better me

Guide me on my journey

Wherever it may go

Teach me every day

So that I will know

Half Elsewhere

I’ve struggled with this illness, for so many years

And through the painful journey, I’ve hidden many tears

I’ve held a brave face, although I’ve known fear

And feel as I’m half elsewhere, while half of me is here

When the day begins, my energy’s already spent

I wasn’t working while I slept, so I wonder where it went

My appetite is gone, and I keep losing weight

An empty shell I am, but maybe it’s my fate

What keeps me going, is the apple of my eye

It’s my darling daughter, who smiles as she walks by

Without her in my life, I would surely die

I hide the pain I’m feeling, or it would make her cry

I’m tired of being someone, people think I am

It’s gotten to a point, where I just don’t give a damn

I know my time is coming, and soon it’ll be the end

I wear a mask proudly, but it’s only pretend

I feel if I’m half elsewhere, and I’m half here

I better prepare for the crossing, for my time is near

I requested no viewing of my body, because I’ll not be there

When my spirit leaves, I’ll be more than Half Elsewhere

I can't remember who I wrote this about

Here On Earth

We live our life until it's our time to go

When that time is, only God knows

Make every moment count just because

What is now, might become what was

Precious is the time here on Earth

Every second must be valued for its worth

Treasure the good times, ignore the bad

Embrace the happy, don't dwell on the sad

Soak up the sun, appreciate the rain

Try to live your life with very little pain

Value the other creatures that you see

Never underestimate all you can be

Take pleasure whenever you can

Be spontaneous at times without any plan

Honesty and trust are the best qualities

Many times it's what's inside that nobody sees

Everyone is unique and special in their own way

Cherish their presence each and every day

Be true to yourself and everything you need

And listen to your spirit and where it'll lead

While we're on Earth, we must learn so much on our journey here. While we learn, it'll help us grow to be better. We can learn from others, as they learn from us. But this journey here is just part of a bigger journey our soul has yet to be on. We take what we learn here along with us and add it to what we've learned all through time on our spiritual journey. Soul Growth!

Higher Expectations

Don't place your hopes in higher expectations

Believe in yourself for your inner revelations

Don't let yourself get upset, when things go wrong

Meditate awhile, become part of the song

Don't look to others, for answers you already know

Just follow your instincts, you'll know where to go

Don't expect others, to feel like you do

Everyone is different, so you must be you

Don't place your hopes in higher expectations

Bask in the feelings of your spiritual sensations

How can they judge you, for all you've been through

You are not them, and they are not you

Don't place your hopes in higher expectations

You'll be placing yourself in falsely inflations

Make your everydays count for all they can give

Let love and peace surround you, and then you will live

Don't look to others for your own expectations

Happiness comes from your own inner elations

Touch others with love, don't take on their frustrations

Don't build your walls too high for Higher Expectations

Sometimes we expect things to be a certain way, and when

they aren't we felt let down. Accept things and flow with

things as they come along. Be one with the Universe, and

flow with it. Don't seek answers within others who have

their own path to take. Their path leads them somewhere

else. Seek within, and listen to your soul, your inner spirit.

The answers are all there for you. Then you will know.

I Don't Use Make Up

I don't use make up, I use compassion

I try to stick with, the latest fashion

I try to understand, what others are going through

I'm sure you'd want the same, if it happened to you

Understanding, is needed here

Until it is, it'll be unclear

It's like battling an invisible enemy

A force, that nobody else can see

Just because, we can not see

It is still there, causing misery

You can “suck it up,” and try to be tough

You can ignore, but enough is enough

Acting tough, is being untrue

I know, that isn't really you

Using compassion, shows that you care

That your mind is working, and is well aware

Your friend, is going through a hard time

Being an ear of comfort, wouldn't be a crime

I don't use make up, I use compassion

I try to stick with, the latest fashion

When you truly care about someone, you will

make an effort to understand what they are

going through. Try seeing it from where they

are at. You may handle things differently, but

you aren't in their shoes. You can easily say,

“If I was them I would do this, or be like this.”

But, you haven't been where they are, and you

are not them. Everyone handles things a bit

differently than the other. Some are more sensitive

than others. Use some compassion. It's the wise

thing to do.

I Remember You

It's nice to be remembered, by people that I know

As my life takes me, to where I'm going to go

They let me know, that they know me

In my heart and soul, it's easy to see

I returned to my homeland, after being away

"I remember you" is what people would say

It's a feeling of love, to be remembered and be known

It's the feeling of a soul connection, which is shown

We all carry memories, of people we have met

They've touched you in a special way, you'll never forget

Some have moved away, and some have passed

But the memories are cherished, for they'll always last

"I remember you" means you've made an impression

You've helped someone along, with life's lesson

Your presence has touched, and has been returned

Life is a process of give and take, from what you have learned

You give - they take, they give - you take

Back and forth, with every move you make

There's so much in those words, "I remember You"

To be known and remembered, by someone that you knew

Ideas, Truths, & Experiences

Don't put ideas in my head

I heard exactly what you said

Your thoughts are not for me

My truth is my way to be

Maybe that is what you believe

It's what and how you receive

It's not what I have learned

I prefer not to get ripped or burned

What I have come to know

Is what has enriched my soul

What I have come to know isn't the same for you

It's my truth and what has helped me through

I'm not telling you what to believe, it's what I do

And my way of thinking, may not be for you

You can't put me down for something that you don't know

Because of a place where it had taken my soul

Respect for each other is a two way street

Possibly halfway is where we could meet

Just know that my experiences are what I know

And that they have helped me to grow

Yours most likely did the same for you

In your lifetime, it has helped you through

Your ideas may not be what I want in my head

Yet I can still acknowledge what you said

Remember what I know is not what you do

Your experiences in your life are true for you

The ideas we have may not be for someone else,

our truths are what we alone have experienced.

Not everyone will have the same truths, for we do

not think like one another. Isn't that what makes us

so unique from one another. Just think if we were the

same, we'd be clones and would know all about each

other. Our experiences are all different from one

another, and it makes for a wonderful time of sharing,

whether we believe what the other is saying or not. I

only know the truth is what I experienced. That's the

idea of this poem.

If I Were In Your Shoes
© by Bud Lemire on Jan 16, 2011

If I were in your shoes, I wouldn’t know what to do
Some decisions aren’t easy, with what life puts upon you
I know somehow, you will find a way
To carry on and make it through each day

Inner strength and intuition will guide you to the end
Faith in what you believe in, will be your greatest friend
Give it all you got, do all that you can do
Always remember to remain true to you

Your journey will take you down every road
You’ll find a way to lighten your load
Friends will support you with their pressence near
Relieving you of your worries, calming you of fear

Being in your shoes isn’t an easy thing
I think of all the joy that you bring
Your caring ways, and all that you’ve done
It’s no wonder you’re loved by everyone

If I were in your shoes, I wouldn’t know what to do
It’s not easy with all the pressure that’s put upon you
Faith and hope will help you win over the blues
And you’ll win with every choice you choose

Life isn’t easy, and being in your shoes is hard.

Life brings us lessons to learn and a journey that takes us many places.

All we can do is fasten our seatbelts and enjoy the people

we meet along the way, and the places it takes us to.

Individual Spirit

Everyone's unique, because no one else is like you

What makes us each this way, is what we say and do

Nobody else has exactly, had the life you did

Extraordinary happenings, as an adult and as a kid

No one thinks, exactly as you do

Because their life is different, and they aren't you

Even had you grown, together and at the same time

As an individual, you are not of the same mind

Sure they understand you, but do they really know

Everything inside you, when nothing seems to show

They only know you, from what is seen and heard

And what you have told them, in the spoken word

Have they ever felt you, for what is deep inside

And ever touched your spirit, or ever even tried

For what is on the surface, isn't always what's complete

You'll find that this is true, with everyone you meet

So you knew them all your life, you knew them really well

Or barely even gotten past, their epidermis shell

We are all who we are, no matter who we may be

An Individual Spirit, on a soulful journey

Inner Self

The inner voice

Will lay your choice

As you go on your way

Each and every day

So where you go

Always know

The inner voice

For every choice

The inner strength within you

Will always guide you through

To where you wish to be

Your spirit flowing free

Vanished doubts, courage found

The feel of love, is all around

The inner vision, well in sight

Seeing in darkness, with inner light

To see beyond the ordinary things

Letting your journey, take off on wings

Pass around obstacles, that come into your life

Everyday worries, disappear with the strife

Your inner self, will show you the way

To guide and protect you, on every day

To hear, to see, and feel what is there

So your ability to sense, will be well aware

Look on the inside, to learn and to grow

Then, only then, can you let your love flow

Many times we have to listen to both our body

and soul, to know exactly where we are going

and where we should be. When we do listen to

our Inner Self, we know exactly how to get there

and where we need to be.

Inside Their Soul

You don't know anyone until you've seen their soul

The people you thought you did, you really do not know

Impressions at first aren't always right

Until you get a glimpse inside of their light

Too many people judge others from their own past

Not realizing we are all different and impressions last

We must be open to the story that is there

Beyond the cover, and to be aware

Yet so many just take what they first see

I should know because it happened to me

They were convinced that they really knew

But what they thought wasn't really true

They didn't take the time to look inside their soul

So the outcome was they really didn't know

Take time to look with an open mind

You just never know who it is you'll find

Each one of us is made up from our past

Baggage that stays with us until the very last

If you're unsure of someone you might know

Then it's time to take a look, inside Their Soul

First impressions aren't always right

Soul impressions see inside their light

Interchanging Spirits

A dying person, regrets one of these two things

Doing more and seeing more, before they're on Angel's wings

The person remaining, wishes to have done more for the deceased

Searching for the peace of spirit, to have the pain released

People must live life, the only way they know

Exploring every corner, learning as we grow

There are no mistakes, only lessons that we learn

Opening new doorways, as we move in turn

There will always be things not liked, in everything you do

It's been a part of your past, and comes with something new

There will always be some things, that you'll never see

But you can see so much, when your spirits flowing free

For those reborn in spirit, they need closure too

Their guidance from beyond, helps in all we do

Filling in the void, that they left behind

Leaving all good memories, keeping them in mind

Interchanging Spirits, always come and go

In the here and after, of all things we should know

Intersections

At the intersections that crosses you with me

We can stop for conversation or pass by graciously

We can smile with a presence that is kind

Or we can ignore the other, leaving it behind

I choose to stop or say hello if I should pass

Because I find myself to be in the friendly class

I choose to honor whom I shall meet

So I smile with pleasure of all that I greet

At the intersections, where our paths shall cross

I feel I am rewarded, and never at a loss

The pleasure of knowing someone like you

Inside is a feeling that always comes through

It's like a hug filled with love, or something more

As we stop for conversation, before going out the door

No rush to be anywhere, just a pleasant meeting there

A little time for friends, with something they can share

It's always a great feeling, every single time

When your soul reaches out and touches mine

So next time I hope that you will know

At the intersections, it's a mingling of our soul

I enjoy meeting you at the intersections

It's The Right Move

If your Mother's alive, do you visit her much?

If you live away, do you stay in touch?

She raised you, and did her very best

With her care and guidance, you are blessed

If you haven't been to see her in awhile

Because you're too busy, or because of the mile

Life is too short to neglect the good things

Soon she'll be riding upon Angel's wings

If you're holding some sort of grudge

That happened long ago and you won't budge

Think of how you'd feel when you get old

And your children won't visit because they are cold

Only you can bring out the sun

After all that is said and done

Only you can do the thing that is right

Shed some love and some Heavenly light

For once she is gone, you can't turn back time

You can't change a thing, you've crossed over that line

Do what you know to be right, and you'll be smart

You'll know it's the right move, feel it in your heart

Visit the one who was always there by your side

Do it soon, before it's too late and they've died

So many people hold grudges against some family

member. And the grudges are so little and stupid,

and are held for too long. Forgive and move on,

and remember the good times you had before the

grudge even started. Don't hold onto that grudge.

Let it go, and set yourself free to be a better person.

Be there for the person who needs you there. Make

their last years happier and more pleasant. You

know it's the right thing to do. Look inside your

soul, and know, for the truth is there.

Journey Of A Lifetime

The journey of a lifetime, is to experience who you'll be

All the things you go through, all the things you'll see

Everyone will experience life, in a different way

We'll see things differently, but that will be okay

For some of us, the challenges will make us fall

Others will find no problem, climbing a wall

Still, no matter what they are, we shall survive

This is a part of life, we call it staying alive

We'll have many people, pass through our lives each day

They will come and go, and touch us in a special way

We'll learn so much from each

It'll help our lives to reach

Some will realize, our bodies make us whole

Others will know, it's nothing without the soul

Some will claim the physical, only what they can see

Others will venture beyond, where spirits tend to be

Turn the music louder, dance a little bit

Work a crossword puzzle, challenge your wit

What you experience, all you do and see

Is a journey of a lifetime, it's what holds the key

The journey of a lifetime holds so much to experience.

Everyone will experience it differently. Because we all

see things from our own viewpoints. From who we are,

we shall pick up and do things better than others. Yet,

they will do and know things more than we do. That is

their journey in their lifetime. Yes, so many people will

pass through our lives and touch us in a special way.

We can look back and smile at the memories, as we

travel down life's highway.

Joy In Every Day

The wondrous sight of the butterfly as it goes about flying among the flowers

The birds spreading their wings to fly and taking flight

The clouds in the sky and the magnificent shapes you can see in each one

A rainbow at the end of a rainy day

The smile from a stranger or a friend

Words spoken from the heart and soul and shared

Watching a favorite show on TV

Enjoying your favorite meal

Savoring your favorite drink

Love! Yes, sharing time with someone you feel complete with

Soul connections, life connections, love connections

Helping someone and knowing how much it means to them and how good it feels to you

Listening to music and wanting to get up and dance

Sunset, knowing tomorrow holds so many wonderful things

Drifting into a relaxing sleep and having a wonderful dream that’s not forgotten

Writing poetic verse that comes straight from your soul that everyone loves to read and can relate to

A different kind of a poem for me

Judgment Eyes

They say we shouldn't judge others, but still we do

You are judging them, and they are judging you

But really, it is no surprise

For we were born, with the Judgment Eyes

We judge those who win, and those who lose

When we haven't even walked in their shoes

We have no idea, of the life they've lead

Or the many tears, or blood that was shed

In your rush and hurry, to get on with your life

You don't realize, each of us deals with strife

It's much easier to judge others, their lives don't effect you

Your life is far different, so who cares what they went through

Sometimes it's the door not opened, that we should see into

For while you're judging others, someone is judging you

The love we give to others, is the love that will return

It's a step up on the stairway to Heaven, if we all can learn

From now on, before we judge others with our eyes

Below the surface, we should see what lies

We should use common sense, and the wisdom of the wise

Before we judge too quickly, with our Judgment Eyes

Many people say they don't judge others, yet we're doing it

all the time. We look at someone and how they act and who

they are and we judge them from our own point of view. From

all we know, we judge them for their difference, or their lack

of something. Everyone's journey in this life is different, so we

really can't judge them by who we are, and who they are not.

We need to accept them for who they are, without Judgment Eyes.

Just Breathe

Sometimes life just takes a toll on us, and we don't know why

Just how much it effects us, yet we still must try

To live through every moment, in almost every way

Learn to live with ease, without the stress each day

I know it's not easy, but try if you can

For every stressful situation, try to understand

Breathe in, breathe out, calm yourself in love

Fill your mind with positive, with all you're thinking of

Problems come our way, just to let us know

That we can prevail wherever we may go

Rocks on the highway, but it's a clear road ahead

Things will get better, there's nothing you should dread

Have faith in God, and our journey here

Let tranquility be with you, release all the fear

Troubles that arise, are temporary for you

The Spirits that guide, will help you through

Just breathe, let your troubles flow away

Today is almost over, tomorrow is a new day

An ear and a hug wherever friends are found

Your problems seem so small, when they are around

A new day starts, your troubles disappear

You've acknowledged the problem, and banished all the fear

Sometimes when the stress gets so bad, you just have to

know, that some way, some how, you will get through it.

Kismet

When you wonder about life, where you sit

Remember, everything that happens, is Kismet

Kismet, the destiny of your soul, your fate

Your life is happening now, time won't wait

The players, and your path, laid out before you

Now forgotten, but everything you once knew

Those who remember, and always know

Guide you to where, your life should go

Your destiny, your fate, all Kismet

Combined with, your spiritual wit

To know the why, and the where

Helps you along, to get there

You'll have times when you wonder, why me

Tests of your inner strength, or who you'll be

But once you are past this time, you'll know

Life goes much better, when you go with the flow

And you'll know, you've always had it

Your fate, your destiny, your Kismet

Lay Down To Rest

When you are tired lay down to rest

Know only that you've done your best

You'll awake to find your strength renewed

And it will put you in a better mood

When you are dizzy and find it hard to stand

And you reach out for somebody's hand

We understand completely why

You want to scream but only cry

When things go down but then come up

Just when you think that you've had enough

You have friends to help you through

Our healing love will comfort you

When you can't take it any more

And wonder what life has in store

We'll remind you that you have more to do

Before you find that your life is through

In your life it's about you

Doing the things that you love to do

When you have the strength and the time

Do the things that have been on your mind

You've helped so many in your time here

And you cherish those that you hold dear

The spirits know that you've done your best

So when you feel tired, Lay Down To Rest

This is about taking time to rest and renewing your energy.

What you are going through takes so much out of you, and

you need the rest and sleep to renew your energy.

Let Freedom Ring True

In relationships, it's freedom that rings true

There shouldn't be anyone controlling what you do

Respect and trust and having the right attitude

Open conversations without being so rude

You are not a puppet, to be controlled on a string

You should be able to float on an Angel's wing

Feeling so free just like a butterfly

Not have to question any reason why

Love is a freedom, we give from our heart

Each of those involved, have to play their part

Equality is the way it should always be

No one is better, love unconditionally

If you choose to control, the love will then die

Emotions will be stepped on, the soul will cry

The very love you found, then will be lost

To me it seems to be, such a tragic cost

Don't be suspicious, don't put the blame

Love is for giving, life isn't a game

Don't control the one that loves you

Listen to your soul, let freedom ring true

I believe in equality, with both parties having so much to offer.

No one is better than the other. They are two halves of a whole.

When someone becomes controlling, it is like snipping off their wings.

They become depressed, and life and love just isn't what they thought it would be.

When freedom is given, trust is the key. They will give freely without pressure

and of their own free will. The love will be greater, life will be better.

Our souls are meant to be free, flow free, give freely. Not be controlled.

Let Your Will Carry You

Let your will, carry you to where it will

Whether you are moving rapidly or sitting still

Wherever your mind takes you, you'll grow

And heal the pressure and stress in your soul

The will of spirit, is so very strong

It can turn things right from wrong

It can bring you anywhere you desire

You as the driver, is all you require

Your spirit can do so much for you

It's amazing at what the will can do

When you're feeling down

It'll erase the frown

You decide your fate with your will

With all the time that you kill

Will it be worthwhile, or will it not

Will you dance merrily, or do a slow trot

Let your will carry you

There's so much your spirit can do

If only you let it flow

Then it'll help you grow

Your Will is your way,

let it carry you every day

Life And After

Where there is life, there is hope

Making it easier, for you to cope

And after life, there's so much more

Than anything you ever hoped for

You must take time to enjoy them each

For what we learn and what they teach

It is the journey of the soul

All spiritual things that we will know

Life is human, to bleed and cry

To feel the pain, and understand why

To keep on living, and always try

For the years that come, quickly go by

In spirit when we leave this place

We review all things that we had faced

And journey further to be complete

With spirit guides whom we will meet

Life is just another chapter

In the journey of life and after

Turn the pages, and read them slow

It is the story of your soul

Life Comes First

Life comes first, and then the enjoyment of all things in life

You can't enjoy the special moments, battling all the strife

When things get in the way, like rocks on the road

Think about the good times, when everything flowed

When your health is deteriorating, and your only friend is fear

Enjoy every moment, of the precious time that you have here

Don't take things for granted, there's a reason for each

Before the end comes, hold out your hands and reach

Reach for the music, that you love to hear

Let it be the joy, that tantalizes your ear

Reach for the book or DVD, that takes you away

To a far away land, where you can spend every day

Visit a place, beautiful with nature's gift there

You can find it, if you look, almost anywhere

Visit with close friends, the company is great

It can put your mind, into a wondrous state

Don't let your life, slip through each finger

Moments don't last, nor does it linger

Even when you think life is at its worst

Enjoy all the things around you, because Life Comes First

Before you do anything, think about it. Choose your time

wisely. Life goes by in a blink of an eye. Be with the one

you love. Be with the one you enjoy. Enjoy nature, a place

that brings you peace and joy. Find yourself, and know

yourself. Surround yourself with close friends. True friends.

Do the things that make you the happiest. Don't worry about

the little things. Life is the big things. Don't forget to keep in

touch with family. Because that is a big part of life itself. Be

worthy of all you have become. Be proud, be true to yourself.

In time as it passes, Life Comes First. Choose life.

Life Ebbs Away

As life ebbs away, it’s easy to see
He’s not the man he use to be
His condition has left him weak and frail
A boat adrift without a sail

A loud gurgle is heard within his throat
Water is bailed in a slow sinking boat
His mind’s alert, yet his body’s too weak
Without food for strength, it becomes a bigger leak

She refuses to give up on this ship
They’ve traveled a long journey together on this trip
She puts him first in everything she does
Unraveling thoughts of what will be, what is, and what was

A man who was so very generous and so kind
Someone like him is so hard to find
He’s lost in the aftermath of a massive stroke
Leaving him paralyzed, bodily functions broke

What do we do when life ebbs away
Carry on our best, make the most of each day
Remember life is eternal, our souls will always live
The best we can do, is to continue to charitably give

Our souls are forever, yet our time here on Earth isn’t.

Take the time to appreciate the time spent together here,

by always letting that someone know how much they mean to you

Life Experienced Journey

Life shouldn't be judged by right or wrong

But by experiences that help us along

Not by decisions that were mistakenly made

But the growth of our soul, that we've spiritually paid

Accusations shouldn't place anyone to blame

Everyone's different, we're not the same

We shouldn't judge others by what we know

Not knowing their origins, or where they will go

Even knowing their story, won't help judge them too

There's a deeper soul meaning, than you ever knew

On the surface, is one story to tell

Drink from the cup, of the Spiritual Well

Deep is the full story, only one person will know

The soul experience, that helps us to grow

The spiritual path, where each of us are lead

Are based from within, not words that are said

Next time you don't understand what you see

Based on your own Life Experienced Journey

Remember the answers, there's no right or wrong

Just a soul on their own path, as life moves along

Life Is Never Forever

In memory of our Classmates, who have passed away

We bow our heads in silent acknowledgment, on this day

Yes, we remember them, they were in our class

We followed their lives, until it was their turn to pass

Some passed way too soon, others before their time

Others hardly started life, some were in their prime

We've come here as a human, to experience life here

We become close to our Classmates, we hold them dear

Life is never forever, in this mortal form we hold

Some just don't live long enough, to see themselves grow old

If you're looking through a year book, and have a memory of a Classmate

They touched upon your heart and soul, and that is what I call fate

We look back to those days, before we became an adult

We look at each other today, and we see the end result

It's amazing how each person in our class, has really grown

In this journey of a lifetime, in all that we have known

I believe, deep within my soul, that our Classmates who have passed away

Came here to enlighten us with their presence, because they couldn't stay

We honor them with this Memorial, so you can be aware

Their love has touched us each, even though they're over there

I believe every time we remember a Classmate of ours, they know

we are acknowledging their time here with us. They are smiling at

us from the Spirit World. I also believe when we pass, we will see

them again. I also believe they attend each Class Reunion. Especially

when we set up a Memorial to remember them by.

This poem was read out loud at our 45^th Class Reunion.

It touched a lot of people. Too bad I was in the bathroom

at the time.

Life Is Your Classroom

Life Is your class room, even when it's cold

You learn every day, while you're growing old

Even when it's sunny and hot outside your door

You take in what you learn like never before

You attend every day, no matter the weather

A solo class, or one where you're together

No matter how many, no matter the place

You learn from the lessons that you have to face

A lesson hard learned, is a lesson in grief

Until you rise higher in a sigh of relief

You come to believe the possibilities are there

To rise above the pain and go anywhere

Learning new things in every day

Molding your life as if it were clay

Some things you learn don't sink right in

Only when they do, do the lessons begin

You learn from others, they learn from you

Teachers and students, with knowledge anew

You never know who will come along

A lesson you learn may come in a song

Experiences are lessons taught as you go

Especially when it touches your heart and your soul

You think it's school that teaches you it all

But that's just a study place behind the wall

It's after school where your greatest lesson will be

When your life takes you ahead to your destiny

It's what you are learning you never assume

Because in this world, life is your classroom

Life Isn't Easy

Life isn't easy, in the beginning and end

You'll need caring parents, and a good loving friend

When we are old enough, to stand on our own

We learn about the world, in a way that's unknown

We start a family, we get a job

By opening the door, by first turning the knob

In school you're prepared, for a life you'll lead

But first hand experience, teaches you what you'll need

Even though you learned something, in school years ago

There's always some things, that you'll never know

As the years go by, changes will take place

You'll need courage and good friends, with all that you face

You can fall into depression, as easy as that

Keep moving around, or you'll get fat

Activities are what you'll need, and you will find

It'll be so wonderful, for your heart and your mind

I find life is easier, when you flow with each day

Become one with nature, in every way

Listen to the birds, as they fly from tree to tree

Take in each view, of each scenery

Life isn't easy, but it doesn't have to be hard too

You make your life, what it will be to you

Some things are out of our control. But the

things that we do and how we react and what

we can do to make our lives better, is in our

control. We can fight everything, we can

scream and moan, or we can flow with

whatever happens. Learning the best way

to deal with it. Remember to take time to

enjoy everything you love, because that

will help you through as well.

Life’$ Lottery
© by Bud Lemire on Jan 9, 2011

Everybody wishes for more money, to help them get by
Dreams of an easier life, so it’s the lottery they try
It’s so much more money than we’ve ever known
Think of all the things that we could own
Places to go to, so much to see
If only we’d win, in the lottery

If life became too easy, with too much money on hand
We’d hear the music, but wouldn’t see the band
The birds flying overhead, or the creatures nearby
Would all go unnoticed because life would be so high
We’d see the forest, but we wouldn’t see the tree
There’s so much in life we’d miss if we won the lottery

We’d be off somewhere on an ocean cruise
Drinking margaritas and we’d be the news
No more work, all the bills paid
Why we could even hire a maid
We could sleep all day with nowhere to be
Free to do what we wanted with the lottery

Sure it’s great to have money, I have to agree
Especially in this world today, where we tend to be
Not having money teaches us so much more
Appreciating life and what living is for
Enjoying the simple things that come along
Overcoming odds that’ll make us strong

If I won the lottery, what would I do
I’d still be me, that same person you knew
But the odds are that I won’t win
“That’s Okay,” I say with a grin
I’ve already won, because I am free
To enjoy every moment with Life’s Lottery

Life’s Lottery is feeling rich by enjoying the simple things life has to offer

each and every one of us day to day. Giving back to the land

that has given you the best. We are already winners when we notice

nature’s gifts, the birds, the butterflies, the creatures that live here with us.

The trees, the flowers, the things that grow here with us.

Life's A Stage

Life's a stage, and you're the star

You decide, on just how far

You change the world around you, with every step you take

Mold it to your liking, with the choices that you make

Everyone's an actor, we each have our role

A human life drama, lessons for our soul

You choose exactly, where your life will be

It's up to you, to look around and see

Applaud for your performance, you played your part real well

Friends clap in the audience, with good words that they tell

Scenes that keep changing, throughout the life you live

You share the lessons learned, with everything you give

The world's your stage, and you are an actor

Letting your spirit flow, is a key factor

Acting out your role, at every age

You're in the spotlight, when Life's A Stage

I'd like to thank my friends who have clapped for me,

they've been the perfect audience.

Life's Car

It's been many years, since I've driven a car

I've covered a lot of mileage, my life has gone far

The wheels never stopped turning, but do so in a different way

Taking me down life's highway, every day to day

Life is not to fear, trying anything new

Embrace the changes, that keep coming through

Remember on your journey, you control the pace

You're in charge, of everything you will face

Windshield wipers wipe away the rain

Headlights brightly see beyond the pain

Flat tires happen, but they can be repaired

In a special place, where love is shared

Your fuel gauge is full, with many roads yet to travel

Learning the secrets of life, as they all unravel

A dent on the hood, is just a minor scar

Of a greater lesson learned, while driving Life's Car

Life's Celebration

I dedicate this poem to the soul

That makes us stronger, and makes us whole

The spirit that guides our destination

In our journey of life's celebration

Sometimes a piece of cake, sometimes it's hard to chew

Whatever the case, our spirit will help us through

The bumps in the road, will be leveled out

And before our journey's end, we'll know what it's about

It's a party for you, it's a party for me

Spin the bottle, or pin the tail on the donkey

Counting on whether your aim will be true

Whatever the outcome, count on good times for you

Bobbing for apples, will get your face wet

Think of the many people that you've met

Share in a drink from a bowl of punch

A gathering of friends take in a lunch

Celebrate life, for time passes quick

Too many people are getting sick

Appreciate time spent with a friend

In Life's Celebration, before your life ends

Life's Circle

There is a life's circle, connecting me to you

Inward from the outside, happens when you pass through

Everyone touches everyone, within the circle there

Love is the guide, with time enough to share

The inner circle, connects you to your core

Spirits blend together, and there's so much more

Friends enter your life, as they step across

Giving strength from within, when you feel a loss

They come from everywhere, they're found worldwide

Touching you, touching them, as they step inside

They're there within your heart, as you journey on your way

Soul to soul in life's circle, to help you through each day

Each person that you touch, or each one that touches you

Enters your life's circle, and then they pass through

Remaining there, as you make your way back home

Reminding you, within life's circle, you are never alone

This next one is a different one with the same name

Life's Circle

Follow Life's Circle, as you go around

Where will it take you, what will be found

Taking you back, to the place you began

So it can be called, the story of the human

Everything collected, is left behind

Exception of course, is the soul and the mind

What you pick up, and cling to your heart

On your soul journey, will never be apart

The soul goes around, in Life's Circle so fast

In time with the future, the present, the past

While in the time that you know

The life that you live, is moving slow

Like a sticky ball, picking up everything in sight

You keep rolling along, until you reach the light

When you arrive there, you observe all you pick up

And learn from each, as you drink from the cup

In Life's Circle, round and round you'll go

Humans on a Merry-Go-Round of the soul

You'll have ups and downs, on this carousel ride

But you'll gain so much, with spirit as your guide

The human life can take you so many places in

Life's Circle. So much you can experience when

you are fully aware of all you can do, and all you

can see, and all you can experience.

Life's Greater Plan

Do you understand

Life's Greater Plan

It's heard when silence is near

It speaks of our journey here

We feel it when we dispose of all of our fear

We know it before we come here

It's not to just live and to die

Or to dwell on the reasons why

It's to know Life's Greater Plan

So that we all can understand

Each person has a different role

As they get reacquainted with their soul

So they can understand what they once knew

Before your body and spirit joined and became you

Worries to the spirit, aren't as big as they may seem

If you see life as part of a much bigger scheme

Too many people get sick from what they do

And forget their higher selves they once knew

It's the calmness we feel

It's the reason that we heal

Look deep inside you

Let your spirit shine through

Do you now understand

Life's Greater Plan

Life's Hard Choices

Life's choices are sometimes hard to make

Which one will it be, which one will you take

It's like choosing between a rock and a hard place

Which makes life so much harder for you to face

What do you do in a case like this

When it's life threatening and you can't dismiss

It's easier for someone not in your shoes

But when it's you, it's always bad news

Life gives us faith, so we can believe

In the right choices, in all we receive

To know our choices will turn out right

Because God has embraced us in his light

Loved ones guide us on the other side and here

Taking away our doubts, and diminishing our fear

Prayers and thoughts, give us the hope that we need

Then we are guided to where they will lead

Nobody truly knows what you've been through

How could they know, they sure aren't you

Believe in yourself, and call the Angels near

When you're making hard choices, so all will be clear

The hard choices we make in life aren't always easy.

They make us think, and many times we still aren't

sure. Yet, when we believe and have faith that we

will choose the right choice, or learn from the choices

we make. Of course when it is life threatening, it is

much harder. Draw the Angels near, and know that God

and your family and friends here and in his kingdom will help

you through your hard choices. Listen, feel, and know

that your hard choices will soften. Easier coming from me,

eh?

Life's Highway

Behind, in front, on the side, and somewhere up above

The Angels are around, and they bring you love

Many tell me, they come to us when we call

I never called on them, but hope they come when I fall

I try to be steady, balanced every day

Yet every now and then, things get in the way

When this happens, I stay calm and take it slow

Remembering all I've learned, and all that I know

Life doesn't have to be fast, it doesn't require speed

I just listen to my inner guide, and go where it leads

Sometimes I'm unsure, where it will go

But then the “know how” feeling, begins to flow

I know the spirits, are watching over me

They guide me from the Other Side, and they see

All that I am, and all that I can do

Where I will go, and they'll help me through

Guiding me, to where I should be

A place I am going, that's especially for me

Everywhere I have been, all that I learned

The knowledge I gathered, all has been earned

I'll step ahead, down Life's Highway

Knowing they are with me, every day

Even though sometimes you may think you

are alone on Life's Highway, you aren't.

The Angels, spirits, and so many more, are

always around to help you on this journey

of life. If you believe and are open to it,

they will help you and guide you, because

they love you.

Life's Light

All we have is ourselves

There can be nothing more

A few books on the shelves

With the closing of one door

Another door opens, beckoning us in

Where a new adventure, is waiting to begin

Life is a series, of adventures in time

When you understand, all is of the divine

Explore the possibilities, never let yourself down

Smile in the mirror, never wear a frown

Let the tears dry, never should they fall

Don't set yourself up, to run into a wall

Let joy be your friend, let happiness be your guide

Never give up, no matter how many times you've tried

Life is for the taking, take all that you need

Live life to the fullest, go where it will lead

Life's Route

We have traveled very far

To find out just who we are

We may just get there some day

Or we may get lost along the way

We may seem lost, but we need to look

And read our life, like an interesting book

Not to be a book, that doesn't have a plot

But to make it the best, with everything we got

We all seek to find answers, to the life we know

And we ask the questions, wherever our lives go

Sometimes the answer, is right before our eyes

Other times we search, to where the answer lies

We must accept life, just as it will be

And not cling on and on, to a false destiny

To walk down every path, and let our spirit roam free

And look in all directions, to see all we can see

Sometimes the answers, are not in what we seek

But a spiritual warm kiss, placed upon your cheek

We must look deep within, and sometimes do without

To learn the lessons placed here, upon our Life's Route

Life's Walk

Through our losses, and through the pain

It's love we learn, it's strength we gain

To carry on, to the roads end

Through every twist, and every bend

The cold wind may blow on you

But the sun will shine and help you through

Your feet will be sore, and they will tire

Yet there are many people, who'll you'll inspire

Take my hand, and we'll walk there

It'll make your life, easier to bear

Friends walk together, on the journey here

Conquering the obstacles, that cause fear

Sit and rest, and have a cup of tea

Heal your soul, let your mind flow free

You have traveled far, a life you made

The special moments, you'd never trade

Senses reeling, awareness of this

Soul is feeling, this life's kiss

A light with so much worth

Walks in human form upon this Earth

Lifetime Guarantee

We are all given, a lifetime guarantee

To carry on a life, exactly as it should be

It doesn't mean our life, will last forever more

Only that we must try, to understand what's behind each door

To let our journey take us, exactly where it will

Whether it be in a black hole, or on top of a hill

Sometimes our lives are long, sometimes they are short

But the soul's journey, continues even after Mort

Our soul reason for living, is to learn all we can

From our human years, to make up our lifespan

Following our instincts, for they are ours alone

Letting them guide us, to understand all things unknown

To familiarize ourselves, with things unseen yet felt

Knowing what cards to play, when a bad hand is dealt

Enjoying what surrounds us, taking it to heart

Knowing when to join together, or to be apart

Nothing in our time, can be counted as free

Everything is paid for, in our Lifetime Guarantee

Light In My Soul

There's a light in my soul

It always lets me know

That love will always be mine

As long as I look, I will find

In everything I see

The love will effect me

Because of what I see and know

It'll be much brighter, the light in my soul

Feel it in your hands and feet

Show it with the people you meet

Share your love you've come to know

Everyone has a light in their soul

Touch the love of spirit, your inner core

Once you do, you'll find so much more

Everything is energy, and know one from the other

Treat your friends, like a sister and a brother

The light in my soul, makes my day

As it grows brighter, in a spiritual way

Shine on, energy flowing through me

Always be my light, to help me see

The light in my soul guides me on this

journey. Helping me to see, helping me

to know, helping me to love

Light In The Window

. Can you imagine a house, looking in from the dark

And knowing within, there lies a life's spark

To know each house, has a spiritual ember

A fire burning, to keep them warm in December

To know each dwelling, there's a family there

With a shared history, with a lot of care

They may be reading, or watching TV

Eating popcorn, or an Oreo cookie

With a cat on the couch, or a dog on the floor

Who would ask for less, who could ask for more

The fireplace burning, or the heater up high

Out on the sidewalk, I am walking by

The light in the window, makes me think

Each of us have, a common link

We all come together, for a love that we share

A tie that is bound, by all that is there

Like a star twinkling, up in the night's sky

The sparkle of life, goes on until we die

Then our spirit leaves. the place that we know

To continue our journey, so we can grow

I wrote this poem after I walked up to the Latter Day Saints

Church Family Library going down South 14^th Street.

It made me think about the people with their lights on

as I passed them by in the dark.

Lighten Up With Laughter

Lighten up your life with laughter

It's needed in this life and after

Lighten their stress, and their mood

Joking around without being rude

Laughter truly is the best thing

A touch of humor is something good to bring

A funny event to share

Will clear the air

It's the best thing for your soul

Gigglers are the ones who know

Giggle and laugh, and smile too

Depression won't want to be with you

Don't take life too serious each day

Lighten the situation, with laughter on display

Laugh at how funny people can be

Then you can laugh along with me

What could make you laugh out loud, you say

Something so funny, it happened in a humorous way

Lighten up your life with laughter

It's needed in this world and after

Laughter really is the best medicine.

I'm all for it. Because I am not one

to be serious all the time.

Like A Candle

Like a candle, flickering with a flame

Some go out, and life isn't the same

But with each flame, that grows much stronger

There are those, that live much longer

A new flame, is brought to be

Burning bright, for all to see

Carrying on, the torch of light

To guide us through, in the dark night

Burning embers, inside us each

Love of life, is what we teach

Values treasured, lessons learned

Light the candle, which was earned

Burn on candle, burn on flame

As you journey, in life's game

Like A Snowflake

Like a snowflake that falls, each of us are unique

For it’s different things, that each of us will seek

Some seek knowledge and all they can learn

Others seek to be richer with what they earn

Some drive cars or trucks, some may pedal their bike

Individuality is doing what we each like

Turn the channel, it’s something I don’t want to see

Switch it back, it means everything to me

You’ll have the steak, I’ll have the Fish

Whatever you desire, can be your wish

I think red looks really good on you

You say it clashes with your shoes of blue

You don’t like your appearance, yet I do

A part of your soul is seen as it breaks through

So alive with personality, is what I see

That’s how you come across to me

We all must be who we’re going to be

Letting our spirits take us wherever, roaming free

Each of us are unique, different as each snowflake

Appreciating one another, on this journey that we take

Listen To Your Body

Listen to your body, what is it telling you?

If it's telling you to rest, then it's probably true

I never use to listen, but now it's loud and clear

As your body ages, it's always good to hear

When you are young, you have energy to spare

But when you are older, you have none to share

As you age, you need to stop and rest

Your body will tell you, it's really for the best

You can't do everything, like you use to do

Your body has aged, into an older you

Nothing to be ashamed of, it happens to us each

It's something we can learn from, it's something we can teach

Listen to your body, if it's tired and it aches

It's time to take a rest, use your body's brakes

Stop and sit down, take some much needed time out

Your body is shouting STOP! And there's no time for doubt

Sometimes we forget, we aren't young any more

We keep trying to do, all the things we did before

If it's telling you to rest, then it's probably true

Listen to your body, what is it telling you?

Know your limitations at every age. As you get older,

your limitations are more. Know what you can handle.

Listen to your body. If it's putting a strain on you, then

you need to stop and rest from what you are doing. It's

safe and healthy to be aware, and Listen to your body.

Little Things

It's the little things that you do

That will always come back to you

For all the love, that you do share

Is the greatest gift, that shows you care

It's the little things, that we say

That add up, and mean the most each day

For all the words, that come to our ear

Are the things that help us, while we are here

It's the little things we feel, that mean so much

Such as prayers of thanks, and keeping in touch

It's the love that we give, and love we get back

That makes us feel complete, of the love we lack

It's the little things we see in others, that they ignore

That makes them appreciate themselves, so much more

For they are caught up, in their own fears and don't see

And they then see themselves, for all they can be

It's the little things, that make us all what we are

And makes us much stronger, so we can travel far

On this journey of life, these things are quite treasured

For the little things are big, and not to be measured

All those little things mean so much more. In the story

of your life, all those little things add up to be something big.

Living In A Box

So many people, are living in a box these days

Limited understanding, closed to the many ways

Only to believe, what they can understand

Dismissing others, as not part of God's plans

Everyone everywhere has a place

In the world that they face

No matter what they believe

If they're open enough to receive

But many are mentally set

On only one channel they get

How can others be wrong

Only God knows where we belong

God guides us, and loves us each

On our journey, until we meet

The physical and spiritual think differently

Within the box, some things you can not see

True, the mind has to be set just right

For you to feel, the Heavenly light

And the heart and soul also must feel

Beyond the physical, where the spiritual is real

So many others judge people by their own beliefs,

and I think that is so wrong

Make It Your Own

Everything you've done, everything that's shown

Wherever life takes you, make it your own

Make everything a part of you

With everything that you do

Everyone's personality is unique

When you find what you will seek

Everyone has their own certain way

Of doing something, and it's okay

It's what they do, it's their own style

That always seems to bring on a smile

Everyone's different, nobody's the same

Being who you are, is your only aim

How can you do it the way only you can do

Is the bigger part of making you, you

I can say for sure, I love being me

There's nobody else that I'd rather be

Take pride in exactly who you are

On life's journey, it's taken you so far

Everything you've done, everything that's shown

Wherever life takes you, make it your own

Everyone has their own unique touch with

everything they do. Because they are unique

at just being who they are. Their personality

shines in just being themselves. Their take on

everything, is who they are and how they see

things. How they want us to see things. It's

how we see them. They did it their way and

made it their own.

Make No Apologies For Who You Are

Make no apologies for who you are
On your journey of life, you are the star
Go to your destiny
Wherever it is, wherever it be

You own the gift, the power is you
Giving others a lift, is what you can do
Ideas are nice, but what good are they
When in your mind, they’re locked away

Open your mind, open your soul
Activate an action, of all things you know
Never let a thought, ever go unheard
Let it take flight, like a high flying bird

Listen and watch, of all things around
Let your senses beware, of all that surrounds
Intuitive thoughts may seem like you’re guessing
But you’re at that place, when the spirits are blessing

Make no apologies for who you are
Your journey in life, will take you far
Onward you go to your destiny
Knowing yourself, for who you can be

Makes Us Feel Alive

Sometimes you'll hear a child ask, "are we there?"

Or have someone wonder, does anyone really care

It's hard for us to realize, as we pass through each day

What will fill our journey, as we go along our way

Life is not about, our destination, and when we will arrive

It's the scenes we visit along the way, that makes us feel alive

If we could arrive at our destination, in a blink of an eye

We would cease to grow, we would cease to try

It's who we become along the way, that we make

The trials and the trails in life, that we always take

It's the love we feel, that inside us grows

And The spirit of our human selves, that flows

It's the wonder and the love, in everything we see

Nature and the elements, and everything that will be

Life isn't about, the place we will arrive

It's about the journey, that Makes Us Feel Alive

Making The Difference

How many times have you awakened on your bed

Wondering what difference you made, if you were dead

What would they say

If they found you this way

Would you make a difference, to people you know

Would the presence you made, help others to grow

The kindness you gave, would it be passed around

While your body would lay buried, in the underground

Would the time you shared, be in their memory

To give them strength, upon their life's journey

Or would it be forgotten, as time moved along

Like an out of print record, no more on that song

I'd like to think each life, is valued by those

Whose spirits intermingle, while the soul grows

Whether happiness found, or lost in pain

So much from life, is what we gain

Sharing a life, brief as it may be

Teaches us more, than any eye can see

We learn about life, and the roles we play

When we should go, or when we should stay

The difference you make, could change someone you know

Making someone feel better, by words you let flow

The next time you wonder

Let there be thunder

Let the rain pour

Yet never ignore

What your life is for

Touch the many, and touching more

Your life touches us so much more than

you'll ever realize. You do make a difference

every day of your life, as it touches others in

an amazing way. Remember this always.

Making The Right Choice

Are people even listening, do people even know

By making the right choice, you need to understand it so

If someone is so rude, and always telling lies

And hurts the people so much, that is is so unwise

Let's go a little further, because I need to say

He even wanted, to take Social Security away

It would hurt the disabled, the unemployed, and the retired

He shouldn't be running for President, he really should be Fired

Take away Meals on Wheels, and the Senior Companion Program too

The elderly depend on these programs, without it what would they do

When I saw the headlines, in the newspaper one day

A President that says that, will never be okay

Everything I know about him, is just so very wrong

He should have been in jail long ago, where crooks all belong

We thought Nixon was bad, this one is much worse

Throw him in a pile of manure, toss him in headfirst

Anyone who knows right from wrong, and they have a brain

Won't choose someone like him, who's easily lead to feign

I'm not political, but even I know and have a voice

Use your brain wisely, by Making The Right Choice

I recall when he became President and I saw the headlines, that

he wanted to get rid of Meals On Wheels. I thought nope! He is

not a man at all. Too much power, too much money. He is not

for the people, only for himself. More power he wants. He

wanted to get rid of Social Security. That is something we all

paid into throughout our lives. A President should reflect the

people, and believe me, he does not stand for the America I

grew up to love. Not sure why anyone would vote for him,

unless they're not thinking right.

Many Changes

You can't go through an experience, without any change

Even though you'll confront, things that may seem strange

Changes are good, they can bring you so much

Think of all the changes, of the people that you touch

You'll experience things that seem so bizarre

It'll keep you wondering, just who you really are

If you look deep inside your soul

You'll find that answers and you'll know

Climb the spiritual ladder, to the highest place

You'll find yourself, in a very special space

Do not become scared, do not be afraid

Relax and enjoy, have a glass of lemonade

There's always someone with you, closely and so near

Who will guide you carefully, on our journey here

Experience the pleasures, that are given you

Enjoy the many changes, that you're going through

Many Pass Our Way

In our lifetime, many pass our way

Teaching us lessons, almost every day

Some come to stay awhile

Others leave us with a smile

We can't go back to that time and place

Life keeps on changing and we must embrace

just like the clouds outside my window

We must move along everywhere we go

Cherish all the memories you've collected through the years

All the happy times, and all of the tears

All that was shared will be inside

Memories don't end even after we've died

Memories are connected to the soul

They are always there, this I know

They can be relived anytime at all

All you need to do is to recall

Think of all the people you've met in your time

I know so many who have touched this heart of mine

Thank you dear friends who have passed my way

Bless my many friends who have come here to stay

Thank you all of my friends who have passed through

my life and taught me so very much.

Thank you for all my friends who have decided to stay

and teach me some more

Thank you all for the memories.

May the journey ahead be a wonderful experience

Map Of Life

Do you see the Map Of Life, right before your eyes?

It's a recounting, of your path and all your ties

Of all the people, you've touched, and places you've been to

And of the many challenges, and pain that you've been through

It shows all your accomplishments, that you have made

Your spiritual journey, and the role that you had played

As well as a Map Of Life, it is also a life chart

Showing the journey taken, according to your heart

It shows the many choices, that you didn't make

And outcome of decisions, of the ones that you did take

In each path taken, there in front of your eyes

Decisions are made, in where the future lies

There are no right decisions, or are there any wrong

Only that you get through life, and keep your heart strong

Keep your spirit flowing, and carry on your best

And know that you're loved, and that you are blessed

The trail you have made, effects those left behind

Opening up their eyes, bringing sight to the blind

It helps them on their journey, and is proven as a great deed

To help console a friend or family member, when they are in need

Each person follows their own path. We meet others on the

crossroads. Our journey is our own. Nobody else can have

the same journey as us. Some may share the journey.

But even then, their journey will be different than ours.

Each of us carries our own Map Of Life.

Masturbation

There's no greater sensation

Than when it's masturbation

When you're ready to release

It brings you inner peace

I know some were taught

“Be careful, don't get caught”

It's evil and not good to do

But I've got great news for you

Here's something that you should know

When you release, it's good for your soul

Forget everything that you've been told

That's how they taught in the days of old

The truth is it's great to feel good

I believe that everyone should

Release and take pleasure in letting yourself come

It's the human experience, and it's quite awesome

With our bodies, we feel pleasure and pain

The greater the pleasure, the greater love will remain

When it comes to having so much stress

Masturbate, go ahead and undress

In the privacy of your own home

Nobody is watching, you are alone

Go ahead and release all that tension

After all, our needs are God's invention

Masturbation and releasing is indeed our needs.

God gave us these needs so we could feel everything

within our bodies. He wants us to experience everything

while we are inside our bodies. Learn from them and grow

from them, and enjoy the “Human” experience” of being

human. This means enjoying every part of our body.

There are many things in the past that were taught poorly,

and so many were brainwashed into believing it was wrong

to do certain things. This is a poor excuse to not opening up

to the truth. The truth is - Pleasure is what we all need. And

release brings us pleasure and peace. God wants us all to

feel the pleasure of being human.

Meant To Be

There’s no such person, as a nobody

Everyone who’s here, is meant to be

No you’re not a failure, think positively

Everything you’ve done, was meant to be

Everywhere you’ve been, you were suppose to see

And experience it, as was meant to be

Every sensation felt, from pleasure to pain

Was knowledge and wisdom, for you to gain

Sometimes our lives, seem like a mystery

It’s what’s hidden, is where we find the key

Deep within, when you let your soul flow free

Are the answers that you seek, of all that will be

Feel with your soul, probe with your mind

Gather all you know, store all you find

There’s no such person, as a nobody

Everyone who’s here, is meant to be

Just remember, you were “Meant To Be”

Memories

Memories that seem to flow

Touch upon our very soul

From the past, it's played for you

Thoughts of a time that you once knew

Etched in your mind forever more

Return in time where you were before

Sometimes something will trigger it

And you'll recall a time that fit

There you'll be, there once again

A memory you had with a good friend

That time at the beach that one day

Played out again in the same very same way

The water felt so good to you

On a hot day, and it helped you through

The sandcastle was so very big

That sure was a lot for you to dig

Where did those times go

The years went fast is all you know

But a smile comes across your face

When memories take you to that special place

Within our minds are so many memories of past events that happened in our lives.

Just a thought will bring us back to them at any given moment.

Although I live in the Present, I love going back to those memories from

the Past and it always makes me smile.

Mind Your Own Business

Mind your own business, is what I say

Whatever they're doing, for them it's okay

As long as you are doing right, by what you know

That's all that matters, just let it go

You say they're just sitting there?

I'm sure the bosses are well aware

Leave it to them, leave it alone

It does no good, to complain and moan

You know your job, so do it and see

Let things pass by, just let it be

The business at hand, is yours to do

Don't worry about them, just think of you

Keep your nose away, from where it doesn't belong

You're wasting your time on someone, and that is so wrong

Do the thing, that you were put here for

Keep your mind, on your own front door

You just can't seem to understand, but you seem pretty smart

Some people are different, yet they have a big part

All have their own part to play, in the scheme of things

The people here know, all the happiness that he brings

By putting your nose in someone else's business, you are taking

away a part of yourself. Let them do what they are doing, for that

is their way. The bosses are aware and have accepted him. Why

can't you? The mind is a very complex structure, and his mind works

on a different level than yours. Not accepting someone who is different

than you, is a form of prejudice. Everyone can't be like you. It is what

makes us individuals. So please, accept him, and mind your own business.

This was written about my friend Jim Newhouse, and people telling him what he should be doing. What they didn't know was, so many people appreciated him for who he was.

Minding The Store

Are you Minding The Store?

Like you never did before

Are you minding your P's and Q's?

Do you keep up on the news?

Are you guarding your bird?

Do you truly know the word?

Do you know how to rock?

At the school of hard knocks

Are you keeping the faith?

As a member of the human race

Are you climbing the mountain?

Do you drink from every fountain?

Are you Minding The Store?

Do you look behind each door?

Are you walking in the snow?

Do you know which way to go?

Do you touch those you meet?

Are you steady on your feet?

Are you kind to all around?

For that's where your spirit's found

Mold Your Life

Mold your life, as though it were a piece of clay

Shape it to fit you, in each and every way

Use your hands, and let your imagination run free

Let the artist out, of all things that will be

Create yourself a routine, but learn the new things too

Appreciate your surroundings, take in every view

Fit in all the pieces, you find along the way

Share your spoken knowledge, with everything you say

With your written thoughts, teaching others as you learn

It all comes back to you, with each new day's turn

Everything can't be learned all at once, to learn every lesson

The time on Earth moves slowly, give thanks and a blessing

Some things are like sculptures, beauty so divine

Others crack to the touch, crossing a thin line

The perfect life, varies for everyone who seeks

Our highest point in life, has several different peaks

Each path you take, is all molded by you

You can change the outcome, if you feel it through

Touch and mold your life, as if it were a piece of clay

And shape it into a masterpiece, as life takes you on your way

More To Everybody's Story

When I say nobody is perfect, this is what I mean

Everyone has their faults, making them less than a King or Queen

You think that you know them, but you don't have a clue

There's more below the surface, than you ever knew

A story behind each person, could be good or bad

News about someone, might even make you sad

Many times we just know a little, about the people that we know

Just what's on the surface, but there is much more below

The story their life tells, is so much more

To know their whole life's story, better to not ignore

Get all the facts right, get your story straight

Then you'll know them better, and that will be great

Sometimes you have to ask around, just to get it right

And do a lot of research, to put things in the light

Yet, there is always the hidden and the unknown

A childhood friend, may have changed when they had grown

Some of us grow, with all that we learn

Others tend to, take the wrong turn

Life's the greatest teacher, it teaches us well

The story of one's life, is not always easy to tell

Each person we know has some part of their life's

story we may not know anything about. Something

that is hidden and unknown to us. Some trials they

have been through in life's journey. Maybe some

abuse of some kind. Somehow they survived and

have come to be the people we know and love. And

through each, they have grown and learned to be

who they are today.

Moving On

When the past becomes the present, it is time to move on

Move into the future, where dreams are built upon

Standing in one place, nothing moves anyway

It isn't the way life should be, living day to day

Take a shower or a bath, and cleanse you of your past

And breathe the future plans, of a love that's going to last

For love is to be shared, with someone who loves you

You owe it to your well-being, to do what you must do

We spend our lives waiting, for things that never come true

And get caught up in a vision, that makes us sad and blue

Patience is the key, but very hard to do

Waiting for a better dream, now that one is through

Life is too short to settle, for anything less

You deserve to simply have, all the very best

With each step we take, we grow to learn much more

That makes out spirit stronger, within our inner core

We open up our hearts, and take on all the pain

That wears upon our souls, and puts on such a strain

To know where and when to move, is something we must do

To make a life worth living, in a better life for you

When the past becomes the present, it is time to move on

Move into the future, where dreams are built upon

I'm pretty sure this was right after my Mom passed,

and just before Wanda came into my life. I was just

thinking about the future, and wondering where I was

going to be moving to, to make my dreams come true

My Party, Alone

I had invited them to a party with me

What happened to them, why did they flee

They left me alone in the lurch

A lone bird sitting on the perch

A kind gesture, I invited them for fun

I sit alone, because they didn't come

I'm by myself as I eat some cake

Maybe I am asleep, I can't be awake

I had snacks all out for them to try

Many of them I had to go out and buy

Especially for this occasion with friends

Where are they now, the misery never ends

I'll survive to live another day

I've learned a lesson on this very day

So they didn't come, that is alright

I'll enjoy each moment, and sleep good tonight

Sometimes the plans may go wrong

But I am okay, I was born to be strong

Maybe the next time I plan one, here's what I'll do

I'll invite only the friends, that I know are true

This was written for someone I heard about. She had a party

and nobody showed up. I can imagine how disappointed she was.

Cousin Karen Berg-Pelky told me about it.

Nothing Lasts Forever

Nobody knows what to expect when they are close to death

Only that the time has come after their final breath

Whether they just die and they cease to be

Or if they go to Heaven, remains a mystery

These are the questions that many seem to ask

Because our human life never seems to last

Everyday we live, and everyday we age

Chapters of a lifetime, until the final page

Nothing lasts forever, everything must end

Like our mortal bodies, in our life we spend

Wrinkles on our faces, wrinkles lost in time

Until we find time passed, with some other sign

Precious are the moments, that you walk this earth

Ending with our final breath, that started with our birth

Send your loving spirit, touching everyone you meet

Share a friendly voice, with tender words you speak

Make a difference, by touching someone near

Smile and spread your warmth, wipe away someone's tears

Nothing Lasts Forever, as you travel the time stream

Peaceful sleep will come, then you'll start another dream

Many people are unsure of what to expect when death comes.

Many of us hope for an easy death, without pain.

Once you pass, there is no more pain.

But the journey continues. The journey of the soul.

Obituary

When a person passes, everyone should know

Their life's story, in which an obituary will show

Not just their birth date, or the day that they died

But the person they were, on the inside

The parents, and the Mother's maiden name

I loved it when the Obituaries, listed those who came

The number of children, and their names listed too

All of their siblings, in the family that they knew

It should tell a story, of the deceased person to see

So we can all read, about their life's fulfilled destiny

Their interests and life's work, and all that they have done

Because life is too short, not to include some sort of fun

I want to see more people, responding with how they knew

That person who passed, from their point of view

Write something good, so we all can read

About that special person, it's what we all need

An obituary shouldn't be too short, like some can be

It should be well written, to keep in our memory

We may just know part, of the story that is told

With other's input, their whole story will unfold

I love a well written obituary. One that tells you a

story about the person. Sometimes it is so well done

that even when you don't know them, you wish you had.

Some are way too short and not informative, and I don't

believe anyone deserves that. There may be someone

in years to come who wants to know more about that

person. Without the proper information, they won't know.

Even if the big cities can't post a full obituary. One should

be made and posted online somewhere. For those of us who

want to know. Unless of course you are a private person, and

even then, you can decide what to put in it, or not. I feel that

nobody should be forgotten.

Old Timer's Song

I know you're disappointed, in what your body has become

There's a time limit of their usage, until our life is done

They are open to many things, such as a disease

Until our souls take flight, into a life of ease

Sagging skin, with wrinkles there

Graying and the loss of hair

Losing sight, or hearing's gone

Just another Old Timer's Song

Use a cane, so you can walk

Had a stroke, and can not talk

Now it's hard to tie your shoe

Wonder what you're going to do

Don't lose hope through all your pain

Our souls will leave, our bodies remain

No more hurting when the time has come

Back to the place where you came from

Don't give up, there's always hope

To help you through, to help you cope

And when your time is finally here

You'll leave this world, no pain, no fear

I know it's not easy growing old. But we

all must face it sooner or later. When we

do, we must do the best we can to get by.

On The Fence

When you sit on the fence, you could fall either way

It might be tomorrow, or even today

Whichever way you fall, you'll do your best

Because inside of you, you have been blessed

With the experience you have, and all that was taught

Stored in your mind, made aware with a thought

Using the gift, that has made this you

You'll know exactly, what you should do

Look all around, what will this side of the fence bring

Greener grass, beautiful flowers, or almost anything

Sitting on a fence forever, won't bring you anywhere

Only when you know what to do, will you be aware

While you sit on the fence, take time to see

Look all around, and find out who you will be

Review each side of the fence, which side will you choose

No matter your choice, there is nothing to lose

The side that you pick, you'll make the best of

You'll do even better, if you do it with love

When you sit on the fence, you could fall either way

But it's up to you, what you'll do with each day

Some people waste their days away wondering what to do. The

choices we make while sitting there can bring us far. There are

no wrong choices, just experiences that will help us grow. Through

those experiences, we learn and we grow to be who we want to be.

But we shouldn't stay too long on that fence. For our time here is

limited, and we must make the most of each moment.

One Another's Song

There's more to life than sex and lust

Love and honesty, in this world is a must

When two people give the best they can

The love is more special, between a woman and a man

Some people can only give what they know

Until their knowledge and feelings grow

Others never knew the right way to give

Based on how their lives were lived

These days everyone's built up their own fantasy

Of what a life together is suppose to be

It's become too easy, to say he or she isn't the one

Before you know it, the union is over and done

Some say it's par for the course

They end so often in a divorce

People searching for the perfect mate

Those who want to change their fate

Sometimes the person you seek, is closer than you know

You planted the seed, never giving it a chance to grow

In this world, tell me what's wrong

Not enough listening to One Another's Song

One Day At A Time

I take life one day at a time

Whatever will be, will be fine

I take what comes and flow with it

I become stronger and will not quit

Whatever life throws at me

I learn to just let it be

Knowing when it is time to duck

Just so I won't get stuck

Each day is different than the one before

Time passing by, too hard to ignore

Every moment must count for something more

Because you never know what is in store

The day should hold a meaning to be treasured

Find something in it that can not be measured

A part of the day that you value at heart

Then you will know each day plays a part

Precious is each moment of every day

Tomorrow comes quickly, the moment flies away

In this life, in this heart of mine

I find life is much easier, one day at a time

I try my best to make each day count, and I treasure

each day for what is in it. The people in it, the enjoyment,

the love, the sunlight, the clouds, the birds, the animals,

the trees, and so much more.

One Foot

One foot in the future, one foot in the past

We think about the present, never knowing it won't last

We daydream about the past, and what the future will be

Changes come along, that we just couldn't see

We end up in places, we never thought we'd be

In a time we traveled, to fulfill our destiny

“How did this happen?” is what you say

With the Universe, it always finds a way

What a journey, that life brings us through

Never knowing, just where we're going to

You get on at the start, with hopes of what you'll find

Ending up somewhere else, it just blows your mind

Sometimes you kind of know, where you're going to

Yet, you never know, what you will go through

In time, it's all about the journey you make

And all the chances, that you're going to take

I was caught in a place, time held me there

Then it set me free, and I went everywhere

We think about the present, never knowing it won't last

With one foot in the future, and one foot in the past

Life is amazing when time is involved. Our lives take on a

completely different meaning than what we ever thought it

would be from the beginning. We see things differently. We

become totally different people. We can't see the future, and

when it gets here, it's not always what we expected. And yet,

there are many wonderful surprises along the way.

One Piece
© by Bud Lemire on May 15, 2009

With one piece of the puzzle, what more can you do
Find a place it’ll fit in, to make a bigger picture for you
A piece of puzzle is like life, there’s so much to know
But once the pieces start fitting, everything will show

With one piece, all points connect
Making more sense, with each one you select
It’s just a matter of finding the right place
For everything and everyone has their own space

Sometimes you feel one piece is what you need
To solve life’s problem and take the lead
But like the pieces, laid out on the table
When searching with an open mind, all things are able

Patience to prevail will help you see
Where you fit in, one piece is the key
Life is learning gradually, as we move along
The values of knowing what’s right and what’s wrong

You will find several similar pieces, will seem to fit
But you’ll notice they don’t, not all of it
So with one piece, what more can you do
But fit them together, so it makes a picture for you

I find that the pieces of a jigsaw puzzle are like life, you’re always searching for that one piece that will make the bigger picture. Sometimes you need to realize, what if that piece is missing and may never be found. Then you accept what you have and are content to see and have what you do. Sometimes the piece might be under the table, and someone points it out to you and you realize it was so much closer than you ever knew. Life is about knowing that you have all the pieces and all you have to do is put them together.

Our Beliefs Mold Us

What do you know, what do you believe
What do you do, what do you need
Opinions drawn from our life journey, are what makes us
With a whole bunch of faith, hope, and trust

Our experiences are different, because we are
We bare life’s journey, each of us carrying a scar
Our opinions are different, on what we believe
Our soul striving for everything we’ll need

Who makes us who we are, we do
I make me, and you make you
Yet who else can we be
You must be you, I must be me

Sometimes our beliefs are carried down
Other times our life’s journey brings them around
Something somewhere seen or read that clicked
Of how you wish to be, and it’s the one you picked

Our beliefs mold us
Until once more we’re dust
Our spirits flying once more
As we sit upon Heaven’s Door

Our Journey Has Many Paths

In another lifetime you will know

What it is that makes me glow

For now is not the time for you

To understand the things I do

Just accept me for what I say

Even though you don't believe the same way

Our journey and experiences aren't the same

We need to realize there's nobody to blame

Our life's path are different in many a way

But neither of us are wrong in what we say

Just because one speaks the truth as they know it

Doesn't mean the other has to believe it one bit

But show respect for what you've never known

With the experiences on their path that was shown

Open your mind to know there are other ways too

To travel life's path, than the way that you do

It is their truth, when they speak it so

Their journey is all that they really know

There are many experiences in life that we make

Just as our journey has many paths, which one will you take?

The path that is right for you. It resonates with your soul.

It feels right to you. There are many paths, and they all

lead to the same place (Heaven, the Other Side, the Afterlife,

The World of Souls). Your path is not the only way. As in life,

there are many roads to take to get to where you are going.

Your experiences though, are your own. Not everyone is

going to have the same experiences. But it is your Soul's

Journey to have them and be who you are.

Passing

Passing is the way of life, for everyone you know

Everyone is touched by someone, who's time it was to go

Sometimes it happens suddenly, without a goodbye kiss

Each time it happens, it's their presence that you miss

It's so hard for you, to believe they are really gone

Because they've always been there, for you to rely upon

Sometimes you think, they're still alive and living somewhere new

In a sense, your thoughts couldn't be more true

It's the place where we all must go, when our time has come

It's the place where our spirits, first had started from

Some call it the Spirit World, some call it the Heaven in the sky

Our spirits within travel there, when our human bodies die

So in a sense, we do go on living in a new place

And we lose all the problems, that our human bodies did face

But there is still much more to learn, in this new transition

For we find ourselves suddenly, in quite a different position

For the lessons, that we learned here on Earth

Continues to be learned, in our Heavenly Rebirth

It is the way of our spirit, to do this as we do

So that the light of love, can always be surrounding you

We're learning new things, every moment of every day

And that doesn't stop, even after we pass away

Sometimes we return to the same class, until we get the lesson right

When we learn our lesson, then we move closer to the light

When you think of all the people, who have passed before you

Think of it as a doorway, that we all must pass through

When you dwell too much, and it's all that you can think of

Then remember it brings you closer, to the Light Of Love

Path Of Life

As I walk this path of life

I will give some sound advice

Learn along the way and teach

Always have a place to reach

I will let my spirit grow strong

Explore each feeling as I go along

I will share each lesson I learn

With each person I meet at every turn

I will do my very best

I won't settle for anything less

I'll help to guide those in need

To a better place is where I'll lead

I'll spread hope to those without

Where new seeds will start to sprout

And those who wish to understand

Will feel my love within my hand

As I walk this path of life

I'll always do what I feel is right

For it's upon my journey here

The veil will lift, all will be come clear

Pay It Forward

Pay It Forward, do a good deed

There might be someone, who is in need

They might not be able to afford food, in the marketplace line

The kindness that you give them, now would be the perfect time

They might feel embarrassed, you tell them to Pay It Forward too

Then sometime in their future, that is what they will do

Let me buy you a coffee, and a breakfast for you

It just feels so good, it's the right thing to do

A homeless person in a box on the street

Give her your jacket, and some socks for her feet

That guy's tire, has gotten pretty low

I'll use my pump, air his tires for this Joe

The little things we do, will help those who are in need

Which is just what was needed, you planted a seed

From what you started, they'll pay it forward too

The seed will grow, and the deed will renew

Many times it's the little things we make an effort

to do, turn out to be the big things for someone else.

So remember to pay it forward, do a good deed.

Just think how wonderful you feel after doing it.

Peace Of Mind

Remain calm without tension, and you will find

Love flows more easily, and there is a peace of mind

You'll find you feel much better, with everything you do

And the things you thought so hard, are easier to get through

Why waste your energy, with all of life's stress

Just ease back in relaxation, and you will do your best

Too much time is wasted, on things we love the least

Setting off a madness, unleashing our inner beast

The beast can cause so many problems, so let it sleep awhile

Turn the negative into positive, starting with a smile

People tend to worry too much, don't let it be this way

Wake up with the sunshine, make it a beautiful day

Do things that give you pleasure, enjoy each moment you live

Spread your love to others, and learn how to forgive

Play a song to dance to, any song you like

Take a ride in the country, pedaling on your bike

Don't bite your fingernails, because it's not good for you

They don't taste good anyway, find something better to do

Put your feet up, and sit back awhile and unwind

To the loving warm feeling, of a Peace Of Mind

So many of us need to find a Peace Of Mind. For

some of us, it isn't easy to find. But once we do

find it, it really helps.

Peaceful And Serene

Peaceful and serene, is the time before we go

Passages in time, within the afterglow

Caring of your bodies, when our mind drifts away

A temporary dwelling, a place for us to stay

Age has taken its toll, but our spirits are still strong

The final stages of Earthly life, continuing our song

Our voice carries on, in many various ways

Nods and different motions, in these later days

Sun shining in the window, ceiling light above

Take away the dark days, and fill it all with love

Food to complete the emptiness, for all strength that I need

Flowers in this kingdom, growing from the seed

Angels all around me, at my beckon call

Watching over and guiding me, giving me their all

Time is moving slowly, take care of me please

With your special caring ways, and a gentle squeeze

Shortly it is coming, my spirit to be free

Ascending into the Angelic light, of everything that's me

Peaceful and serene, transforming all we know

Taking us back home again, to a place where all souls go

This is for all those who are on the last stage of their life.

May the love that is given you, help carry you through to the light.

People

People can be nasty, they can be so mean

They can so rude, and totally obscene

There are great people, who are very kind

Some are just like you, with a similar mind

Some share all the love, that they can

Others are confused, in their entire life span

There are those, that look good to the eye

Some are aggressive, some are too shy

So many people, in this world today

Some know, just the right words to say

All different shapes, and every size

Some are misunderstood, others so wise

Some see things, that no one else can see

Others know the secrets, of the universal key

They unlock and explore every road

These people, have been bestowed

People all over the world, everywhere

All unique, in what they have to share

It's amazing, at the many people here

Special in their own way, each so very dear

Why some people have to be so rude, I'll never

understand. Some can be downright nasty. There's

no reason for it. There are those who are so giving.

They give with all their heart and soul. Some are

just plain amazing in their personality. I also value

those who have their own unique beauty and way of

doing things that are amazing. There are those who

know things that hardly anyone else does. Meeting all

these people is an amazing experience.

Perception Changes

Have you ever noticed, how your perception changes over time

While the things remain the same, they seem different to your mind

Something that you had read in a book

Now seems to have a different outlook

Something you watched on TV, years ago

Seems so different, than what you use to know

The book and the TV show didn't change, it's true

Your perception in life, changed all that you knew

You may meet up sometime in life, with a childhood friend

They aren't quite the same, as you remembered them then

Maybe you changed, maybe they did

Yet you know they were different, when you were a kid

Life and our journey, changes us through the years

Experiences and time, and the many tears

We tend to view things, in a different way

It happens little by little, almost every day

I think of it as a learning experience, that we go through

We grow to be better, with everything we do

You may have noticed, your perception changes over time

You're not imagining it, it's the growth of your mind

As you move in time with the Universe, your views will

see things differently than they once did. If you wrote

down your views and feelings in a journal or diary as a kid, you

would see as an adult, your views and feelings have changed.

Now you look at that same thing as an older adult, and your

views on it have changed again. It's true, Perception Changes.

Perception Of The Soul

As I get older, the way I see things change

The way I once saw them, seem kind of strange

I know it's my perception, and who I am today

When I was younger, I saw them a different way

Things that I valued, through the many years

Can be gotten rid of, without causing any tears

I also realize, how short life can be

You can always look, but you can't always see

Take a closer look, see it with your soul

Understand what's there, let it make you whole

You live your life, and you need to make a living

With your soul, you share what you are giving

It's how I feel, with nature all around

That's why the Island, is a place I'm usually found

Birds singing in the trees, boats going by

The beauty in each day, is the reason why

It use to be, my younger self's way of seeing

As an older man, I've learned how it is just being

I see things this way, now it is all that I know

It must be that I'm seeing, through the Perception Of The Soul

It's life that changes us. Life is changing all around us.

As we grow older we see things differently. Example: You

can read a book 40 years ago, and read it again today, and

see it in a totally different way. Yet, it is the same book. Or

you might not even want to read that book, because it doesn't

interest you. You may be reading something totally different,

that you never thought you'd ever read. Life is full of changes.

The life around us changes, we change, and people we know change.

In return, through these changes, our perceptions change as well.

Unanswered Questions

Unanswered Questions, are the ones you never ask

The ones you should have, but weren't up to the task

Not the most important ones, but the ones in which you dwell

The ones that make you wonder, but nobody would share or tell

Why did that happen, to that woman that you know?

What happened to that man, why did they let him go?

Why are they doing this, why are they doing that?

Why did she get a dog, when she should have had a cat?

Why did the manager, tell her what he did?

Someone said he yelled, and really blew his lid

It's these kind of questions, that make you wonder

Too afraid to intrude, in case it brings on thunder

The one who it's about, will answer the correct one

Then you know it's true, your wondering is done

Questioning things in your life, is the way to be

Sometimes you get the answers, much more easily

We all have unanswered questions going through our heads.

Sometimes we find out the answers, and other times we never

do in our lifetime.

Personality

It's the Personality

That makes you and me

What we like, what we wear

And how we like our hair

What we like on TV

Everything we came to be

What we talk about

Our choices and doubt

The music we listen to

And everything we do

The books we enjoy reading

The life that we're leading

What we believe

How we grieve

What we go through each day

And our own special way

How we love

All of the above

Personality is our soul

It's what makes us whole

It's so very interesting to interact

with others and to know their

personality. How they dress,

their hair style, the way they do

things, and so much more. It sure

would be a pretty dull world if we

all were exactly the same.

Thank God for Personality!

Picturing The Spirit

Looking over photos, something came to mind

Captured in a picture, it's what we leave behind

The human body, with its faults and its age

Taken with a camera, through each of life's stage

But there is something, only memories can see

The spirit of that person, of what they use to be

Their physical body ends, but the spirit carries on

In the spirit world, across the great beyond

As you relive their memory, they know and are near

To hold upon the special bond, of all that you hold dear

There's no restrictions to the spirit, their love is real

In the calmness of your soul, it's them that you can feel

Photos mixed with memories, come alive for you

Two souls join together again, in a bond that's true

Captured by a camera, to help your memory

Of the ones you love, in your photo history

Your soul feels the picture, memories to hold

When the time passes, and they are like gold

Memories to cherish, some can make you laugh

Spirits of a time gone, within a photograph

When you look at a photograph, you see and feel

their spiritual personality in their lifetime here.

They come alive and can almost jump out of the picture.

Piecemeal
© by Bud Lemire on Jan 25, 2011

Every day that goes by, in this life for you
Is taken gradually, with everything you do
Given in installments, part of life’s deal
Working hard to get it, so it is Piecemeal

With only limited money, can’t afford everything
So take it day by day, to see what life will bring
We only see part of the picture at a time
It’s all we can take into our mind

We can only get bit by bit
And later get the rest of it
It helps us to understand all that is real
Something that is earned gradually is called Piecemeal

Appreciation comes with earning what we do
Hard work and sweat with pressure too
Day by day, over and over once more
To a place we’ve never been to before

Little by little, we make it through
With everything we say and do
It’s all we can do, it’s what we feel
When we finally get there, it was Piecemeal

We have to work hard for what we get, and we get paid gradually.

Sometimes it seems like forever before we get what we fully deserve.

But once we do, it feels great. We earned it, even though

we got it by Piecemeal.

Precious Is The Time

The time here on Earth goes so very fast

Moments that we cherish never seem to last

A serious illness or a heart attack

Without a warning and there's no going back

Precious is the time that we spend here

With all the people that we each hold dear

Family and friends and the joy they bring

Winter, Summer, Autumn, and into Spring

Times keeps on ticking and quickly passing by

Counting down the days until it's time to die

Within your lifespan, do the things you need to do

What I mean is, do what means the most to you

If you have something left unfinished, or somewhere you wish to go

Someone you need to be with, then you must listen to your soul

Don't waste time, make it a happening event

Each day is worthy of the time that is spent

Don't just sit there and wait

It might just be too late

Do it now, be where you need to be

Get it done, happiness is your destiny

Don't waste time, the end is drawing near

Precious is the time, make it count while you are here

Don't just sit there wishing and hoping for the most

meaningful things in your life to happen, do them!

If you have someone you know you are suppose to be

with, go be with them. If there is something you've always

wanted to do, do it. Is there somewhere you want to be,

be there. Don't wait, because time keeps moving on and

you need to make the move soon, before it's too late.

Because here on Earth, happiness is what you deserve.

Precious Is This Life

Precious is this life, that grows inside me

Touched with my love, of all that will be

Child of mine, I'll watch you grow

And guide you in my life, wherever you go

Your journey's begun, you have lessons to learn

But I'll be there with you, at every turn

On this road, you'll find rocks in the way

But there's sun in the distance, when your days are gray

Be honest and true, and never stray from the light

Help others to make it, in their darkest night

Work hard at what you do, and you'll do your best

The rewards in your life, is inner happiness

As you grow old, I won't be there

But I'll still be guiding you, so know that I care

I'll be waiting, until your spirit is free

When your journey of life, reunites you with me

I wrote this from a Mother's point of view.

Seeing the look on a Mother's face and all

the love she feels for her baby inspired me to write this poem.

Promises

Promises come in many different situations, presented here on earth

Some are those made before, and some after our birth

Many are choices, that are within our own hands

Others are daily changes, like time upon the sands

One is to be faithful, and never lie or cheat

So many fail this, and end up with words they eat

The trust there is broken, the bond is torn apart

And the pain touches deeply, upon our very heart

Some are lighter promises, like ripples near the shore

You make them at a moment, never knowing what’s in store

We have no control over these, they pass with every change

Because we find our lives, we need to rearrange

There’s a promise to yourself, to do your very best

To conquer every problem, never giving it a rest

And if you’re doing that, there’s nothing to regret

You took on every problem, faced everything you met

But, before you make a promise, be sure it’s one you keep

Never climb that mountain, if you think that it’s too steep

Remember this, promises that are not spoken

Are the promises, that are never broken

Pulling Out Each Weed

Learning to let go

Comes in many ways I know

Items that you kept, that you no longer need

Takes up space in life's garden, pull it like a weed

Time to get rid of things, that have been put away

Never to be used again, it doesn't need to stay

It's not easy, to say goodbye to something in your home

I valued it more than I should have, I know I'm not alone

As the years go by, each item that is here

I look over carefully, some need to disappear

Hold it up, and bring it close to your heart

If it doesn't call out to it, then it must depart

Little by little, I rid myself of things

Each day I wake up, a little less it clings

Maybe someone else will value it, my time is done

So I'll pass it on, so they can have some of that fun

I'll keep what means the most, to my very heart

I know for me, that this is just a start

Every week, that I get rid of stuff that I don't need

Will be like life's garden, pulling out each weed

Letting go of things you no longer need is like pulling

out weeds. It leaves the flowers alone, and they can

shine so much brighter. There are other things that

mean so much more. These weeds can be let go. Let

someone else cherish the weed as a flower. It became

a weed in your life. It's served its purpose, and now

must carry on in a new home. I shall continue to pull

out weeds, for the rest of my life. But what the heck,

it'll give me something to do during the winter and

rainy days.

Pure Spirit

No one should have to suffer, but everybody should know

The pain that we all go through, helps us all to grow

We can't go around it, but we shouldn't get stuck in the middle

But so many of us get confused, on how to solve life's riddle

Everybody holds the key, to open up that door

Walk beyond that barrier, and learn to be much more

Learn to release the pain, that you hold inside

Don't let all those feelings, get caught in a riptide

There's a part of you, that expresses it all

Inner feelings, beyond your human wall

Spirits calling out, letting you know they're here

To guide and help you, through your deepest fear

Learn to trust your instincts, follow with your soul

Be aware of the Pure Spirit, and then you will know

Time will be a healer, but don't wait too long

Sing along with others, inspire your life's song

Learn to walk freely, giving others their space

For each of us individually, walk this human race

No one should judge others, not with what we've been through

Separately or together, we learn what in life is true

Learning about life is what makes our spirit grow.

When you tap into your Pure Spirit, you can conquer

anything that comes your way.

Put Yourself In My Position

Put Yourself In My Position

Use your mind for intuition

Until you do you'll never know

What makes me high, what makes me low

You look at me from your own place

To understand where I am, here's the case

For just one day, try being me

You'd understand all I feel and see

You think you can decide, what is the right thing to do

You are not me, so you don't even have a clue

Your choices are made from where you are

To me your advice is from a distant star

To truly understand me, you've got to put yourself in my shoes

Then and only then, will you have the right to choose

It's a choice to live or to die

To be me is to understand why

It's gotten much easier when choosing to pass

Because our human lives never do last

Until you are me

Which will never be

The choices are mine to make

The outcomes are ones I'll take

Put yourself in my position, you'll know the right thing to do

Then you will understand every day, how hard it is to get through

It's not easy putting yourself in someone else's place

But only then can we ever understand where they are coming from

We always see things from where we are, not where they are

It's time to change our way of thinking

and think with a more open mind

Quotes

There are quotes that speak to your heart

These are felt as a work of art

There are quotes that don't ring true

They don't make sense and won't do

There's a quote for everything

What's important is what it will bring

There's a quote that fits everyone's day

From people who have something to say

Famous people, sharing life's lessons

Touching you as special blessings

It doesn't mean they're right or wrong

It was things they learned as life went along

Sometimes a quote will resonate within

It will give you strength to always try to win

Yet nobody loses the power if they don't try

If they listen to their soul until the day they die

The greatest quote that can ever be

Is a quote I believe, that came from me

So I say to you, “listen to your soul”

And in life, you'll always know where to go

Reading over quotes that are posted and

things people said. You can always find one

that fits and resonates with you. No matter

what you are feeling or going through. These

are the ones that call out to us, and which gets

us to post them so others will know what we believe

or what we are going through. These are quotes

that others have learned from life's lessons.

Reach For It

© by Bud Lemire on November 8, 2007

Never settle for less
When you can have the best
And you know it's for you
There's only one thing to do

Reach for it, nothing is too far
Remember God made you, exactly who you are
There's no limitations, except those that you made
You can accomplish anything, with your soul as your aide

Don't sit there, watching the world turn
Grab for what is yours, the prize is what you earn
Once you have the treasure, it will always be
The light that guides you, to your destiny

Inside, you have all you need
You don't need a heart, that will make you bleed
You can change your future, by changing your mind
And you'll be impressed, by what you will find

So when you see something out there, that you may desire
You should never give up, on all things you aspire
Reach for it, the reward is yours for the taking
Embrace the future, you'll find your soul is waking

Read Me

Read me, read me like a book

Just go ahead, just take a look

Chapter by chapter, turn the page

You're the audience, and I'm on stage

What does my body say to you?

With every movement that I go through

What do you see in my eyes

With my body there are no lies

The way I hold my head

My response when words are said

How I move my hand around

Read me, and I won't make a sound

The way I dress may speak to you

Some thoughts on this, might come through

My reactions in a special activity

May be what you are reading from me

I'd like to know just what you see

When you are looking at me

Read me, just like a book

What do you see, when you look

Many people can look at people and read

the person. Know exactly their personality

and what they are like. Many who have lost

their hearing can do that as well. People who

are in tune, and are aware of everything pay

close attention and understand so much.

Your eyes, posture, hands, legs, position,

voice, clothes you wear, and so much more.

They know how to read you like a book.

Rely On Your Soul

In every life there are mysteries

Unexpected events that no one sees

When it seems everything's out of control

It's at this time we rely on our soul

How can we ever get through

What is it I can do

Why did this turn out this way

Who is responsible for life gone astray

No one understands everything

Or what their life will bring

We must walk down that road and see

What is there, and what it will be

Sometimes I feel so very weak

And hopeless as it seems so bleak

I feel so cold and so alone

And it frightens me to the bone

You are not alone, you're surrounded by love

Unseen yet felt, with thoughts you're thinking of

Let it in, reaching deep to your core

If you want, you can do so much more

Reach out, you have the control

When you Rely On Your Soul

Remember The Times

I remember the times, when there was no aching

And it wouldn't be me, that you'd be waking

Life was so easy, we each gave so much

Those were the days, when we loved to touch

We raised a beautiful family, you and I

Seems like those times, quickly passed by

All of my free time, is taken on you

Doing the best, it's the best I can do

You're not at fault, for it's the human destiny

The body is frail, in all life that you see

I've given you, the best years of my life

And tried my best, to be a good wife

I'd give anything, to take some of your pain

At the cost of it, driving us each insane

As my body ages, it's harder for me

To be a wife and caregiver, and do it properly

It sure would be nice, to turn back the clock

And go hand in hand, with you for a walk

I remember the walk of life, we took together

Two people so giving, living without this pressure

This is the other part of the other poem YEARS THAT PASSED.

This is from the Wife & Caregiver's point of view.

Reminisce

As you get older, you reminisce more

Back to the place, that you've been before

You could have been thinking, of someone you knew

Wondering how they are, and if they think of you

Maybe it's a song, that'll bring you on back

A trip in your memory, and you don't have to pack

Songs mean so much, and they can be treasured

Taking you anywhere in time, they can't be measured

Remembering loved ones, who have passed away

They're alive again in memory, on any such day

They may be gone for now, but they remain a part

Of who you are, in your soul, and in your heart

You traveled one time, to a special place

You remember that feeling, along with a face

The time spent there, the waves on the shore

The memories of being there, can mean so much more

When you are older, you have more memories stored

Because there are many more places, that you explored

I look forward to the future, I love the present and past

I enjoy reminiscing, because my memories are so vast

Reminiscing is one thing we all do. As we get older, we

have many more places we can go to in our memories.

It's like a film being played within your mind, and you

are watching a rerun of something you enjoyed so very

much. Many times when we reminisce of someone who

has passed, we get emotional at the loss. Yet, we must

remember all the joy they gave us while they were here,

and smile and take that feeling with us as we travel to

the future.

Repercussions

Just like ripples on the water, across from shore to shore

Repercussions happen, touching something more

Don't start something, that you can not end

Watch your words carefully, when you're ready to send

Damage can be caused, resulting in so much pain

Sunshine hides behind the clouds, downpour is the rain

Words are like a sword, its cut is deep and fast

Think before you speak, in the present, not the past

Carefully with every word you choose

The words that come out, only good news

Send love with every word you speak

Be the strength of those that are too weak

Otherwise the domino effect, will come right back to you

Use your Karma wisely, with everything you do

What you put out there, must be taken in

Listen to your soul, that lies beneath your skin

The path you are on, are decisions wisely made

Spoken or taken, before your life will fade

Just like ripples on the water, across from shore to shore

Repercussions happen, touching something more

That's right. Those repercussions can really hurt.

So be careful always with what you say to someone.

Responsibility And Respect

Responsibility and respect

Keep your life in check

Do what needs to be done

Then have your share of fun

Watch the words on your tongue

For they can't be undone

When spoken they are rude

Use caution with your mood

You may be very smart

But yours is just a start

You have a long way to go

To learn and to grow

The people who surround you

Share love with all they do

And you must give it back

Or you will feel the slack

When you give your all

Then you are standing tall

And you have kept your life in check

With Responsibility And Respect

Respect is your responsibility. It

also gives you a good image.

Revolving Door

As we slowly go through life, our world does revolve

Taking time to understand, as we each absolve

Freeing us of pain, we held onto for so long

Changing into right, all that once was wrong

For guilty, are we each, of doing wrongful deeds

We know, and we grow, and follow where it leads

Hoping not to do it, once one mistake was made

And in the sands of time, those memories will fade

We hold onto those feelings, never releasing the pain

When we should take in love, and let that feeling remain

To be our full potential, we must not restrain

And not to treat ourselves, with so much disdain

Everyone and everything, should be in the state of equation

Take part in worldly things, and cause a good sensation

Let the world turn, as you move in time

Never let your path, stray from that straight line

Let the Revolving World, move in time with you

Never let the doldrums, do what it will do

Let peace overcome, everything that you know

And you'll find life's journey, is easier on the soul

Sail Ahead
© 2004 by Bud Lemire

Let the music play and calm your soul
Carry on the path where you will go
Heal the cobwebs of your past
For nothing ever seems to last

Know that forever is the final key
Of what has been and what will be
Give it your best and know you tried
Let the love that surrounds you be your guide

You haven't failed, no matter what you think
It's a puzzle of life, and you hold the link
Some things can only be solved in time
By the individual who committed the crime

Sail ahead, into the future on course
Read the directions, and remember the source
You hold the power, to be the very best
You owe it to yourself, to not be any less

Seeing What Is There

So many people rely on others to make their day
Meeting, seeing, or passing them on our way
It’s like an uplift, whenever our souls meet
Making us whole, making us complete

I think that life is great
To recognize and to appreciate
Those that pass by, and touch our soul
Making life worthwhile, wherever we go

Just think if someone passing us, effects us like this
The little things in life then take on a different twist
Sun shining in the window, makes the day bright
The beauty seen in watching, a butterfly’s flight

It’s seeing what is there, that makes life worthwhile
Like someone passing by, wearing a happy smile
I often realize, each day is so unique
Treasures to behold, every day of the week

I say hello in passing, and I smile too
Because I know I effect others, every time I do
I believe life for us, is to be aware
Of things that are around us, and Seeing What Is There

Seize This Moment

Seize this moment, to let someone know

How much you care, with the feelings you show

Let them know, that their presence effects you

Color their world, instead of shades of blue

Thoughts never reach them, when they are not spoken

Surround them with love, so their heart's not broken

Take a little time, to show them that you care

By reaching out, and making them aware

Too much pain, has been caused by words unsaid

When the people involved, are gone and dead

Don't let it pass, don't make them wait

Follow your heart, don't be too late

Seize this moment, open your heart

Lower the shields, that keep you apart

Don't let the differences, keep you away

Let your soul's message, make a good day

Don't waste a moment, time goes too fast

Lives aren't forever, their bodies won't last

Seize this moment, to show them face to face

That they're in your heart, in a special place

Life is very short, and we should always let those we love and

care for know, exactly how we feel about them.

Honor them with words of appreciation.

Let them know how much they mean to

you to have them in your life.

She Talks To Trees

She talks to trees, she knows what they say

“Do you need anything, let me know each day”

She's been known to hug them, long into dark

Gently they whisper, never do they bark

She isn't crazy, she knows what's on their mind

This is with every tree, each one that she'll find

“They tell me of a story, of the future and the past”

“They know that in the present, that lives aren't meant to last”

“We've seen so many, waste their time away”

“When there is so much, they can do every day”

“When the other trees are sick, they cut them down”

“Is there not a cure, the thought just brings a frown”

“I've seen babies born, and seen them grow old”

“Some that have been bitter, hearts having grown cold”

“I've seen some so dedicated, their love intertwined forever”

“I've seen some stupid actions, that weren't very clever”

“Life must have more meaning, every moment that you live”

“Like the cycle of the tree, life is a gift that you must give”

The tree told her this, this is what was heard

I share these messages with you, I share every word

Many times we are so caught up in our lives, we forget

to listen to Nature's cry for help. Just a moment to spend

time with Natures wonderful creatures that live in the same

world we do. To listen, and understand what they are going

through in their lives. Do you cry for a tree that has a disease

and is going to be cut down? Many do cry for them.

Be wise like the trees, and listen.

Snowflakes And Fingerprints

Like snowflakes and fingerprints, everyone is unique

Like every day is different, in each day of the week

Personalities vary, in each individual we see

Appearances change, in all things that will be

No one is the same, and we like it that way

Just like the difference, between night and day

The house you live in, is set to fit each family

No room is the same, in each home that you see

The story of our journey here, is written in our soul

Imprinting who we are, and all that we will know

Each life print, is set before we start

On the path we take, that sets us apart

Like snowflakes and fingerprints, everyone is unique

Like every day is different, in each day of the week

Personalities vary, in each individual we see

Appearances change, in all things that will be

Song Of Hope

Here I write, this song of hope

For all my friends, who find it hard to cope

With life as they know it, wherever they live

These are encouraging words, I'd like to give

To those who carry, so much doubt

Who can't even smile, but only to shout

Don't cry and pout, and keep it all in

It's time to move ahead, this is where you begin

I'll throw you a rope, climb out of that hole

Mend the pain in your heart, replenish your soul

There is so much out there, waiting for you

You'll be glad that you did it, I know it is true

Don't let your company, be your only friend

Socialize with others, with good feelings to send

Go out in the world, be proud of your name

Don't wallow and weep, in the black hole game

You were given the power, to be all you can be

Stand up and be counted, set yourself free

So what will you do, sleep all day and all night

Or wake up and smile, and put up a fight

Your spirit was placed here, so that it could fly

So let it on out, and just give it a try

I know you can do it, so here is your rope

Climb out of the darkness, with this Song Of Hope

Soul Personality

Who knows what touches the soul and what touches the mind

In everything that you seek and all that you find

All we know is how it makes us feel

Sensations deeply connect us to all that is real

We can't all like the same thing

We take away something different than what we bring

Touching others in ways we may never know

Deep inside it is recognized by the soul

What makes us laugh, what makes us cry

Some of us will choose to walk, some will fly

Sometimes we think we haven't left the ground

Others will look skyward to where we are found

What interests us in music, or what we like on TV

Makes up our characteristics of our personality

What we believe and enjoy, keeps us moving ahead

Just following the path to which we are lead

The walk of life and the journey of the soul

Brings us lessons that we come to know

All the places where we come to be

Are the results of our Soul Personality

Our Soul Personality is what makes up all that we are.

Our likes, our beliefs, what we know, what we do, what

makes us smile, or makes us angry. But we are so much

more than what is on the surface. Inside, is our Soul

Personality, and as we journey this lifetime, it comes to

the surface. What we may have forgotten, is once again

remembered.

Soul Purpose
© by Bud Lemire on Nov 20, 2010

There’s a reason for all you go through
The journey of life and all that you do
Your Soul Purpose is to learn as you go
So that you’ll receive all that you’ll know

The soul as a human experiencing life
Overcoming odds, overcoming strife
Each soul has a purpose on where it should be
To share with others what it will see

What will it see, what will it feel
Is it imagined, or is it real
Only the soul can percieve what is true
What might be right for one, might not be right for you

Where will it take you as you go along
Will you take the time to hear every song
The song of the bird way up in the tree
It’s your Soul Purpose to experience on this journey

As a human your limitations are there
But there is so much more than you are aware
In the stillness, quiet and whole
There’s a purpose and a meaning to your soul

While you take this journey on Earth, let your soul experience everything

so you can be everything you can be. For experiencing is knowing,

and knowing is the greatest thing a human can experience for their soul.

Soul Success

In this world today, we rely so much on success

While many just get by, by barely passing each test

Teachers do their best, hoping their students reach their goal

While some of us are content, to listen to our soul

Success will get you money, but happiness may not happen to you

Unless you find deeper meaning, in a life that is true

Some may have a castle, a fancy car, or a pot of gold

Me, I cherish little things, and good friends while I grow old

You may live at the top of the tallest building in town

And still not see everything, until you look around

Success will give you much, but it may not be what you need

The truth found in your spirit, is better in the lead

I know there will be some, who'll disagree

All I know is, what is right for me

Rich I am, for I have much

I'm being guided by God's touch

People judge success by how much wealth

While the soul is judged beyond good health

It's sad to think that money is power

And those with less feel the need to cower

I am proud of being me

What I am is what you see

To always do my very best

As spirits guide me to a Soul Success

Soul Success is being content with what

you have, and never striving to have the

most, but appreciating all you have now.

Soul Survivor

I will do my very best

And if it should turn out less

Then I know I gave my all

And it'll keep me from the fall

I have my inner self and free will

To climb over any mountain or any hill

Strength within, the power of love

Spiritual guidance, will be enough

I've already conquered, and I'll never lose

When I awakened, from an earlier snooze

Felt so alive, than ever before

Found out that life, could be so much more

Feet of the soul, sole of the feet

Energy flowing, where the spirits meet

Life can be felt, through your inner core

The heart of the spirit, a Soul Survivor

We are Soul Survivors, because our souls

give us strength to get through every day

Soul's Eyes

So many, hide behind a disguise

We must see beyond, with our Soul's Eyes

To know what is there, before us

What it can be, that we can trust

We must dig deep

For the truth to keep

Let the lies fall away

To reveal the real play

As we intermingle, on the Net

We can't let it be, our heart's outlet

We shouldn't let the words, control our mood

Leaving us defenseless, as though we are nude

We must be alert, we must be aware

When others decide, what they will share

Know when to give, and when to be still

Know how it is, to use your free will

Some people only travel, through life as a game

But to me, it's not quite the same

I'm here to share, the truth of what I know

With others, as I touch, as we both grow

And as I travel, through my Soul's Eyes

I'll see the truth, through their disguise

Sometimes feeling beyond the words that are lies,

helps to see beyond the disguise.

Souls In Disguise

Beneath the exterior, there lies

Many souls, who are in disguise

They live within, bodies and clothes

Living life, and touching other souls

They come in many a shape and size

To help us to open our eyes

Sometimes their touch, will be felt strong

Other times a brief touch, guides us to where we belong

They come in many colors and appearances

To give us opportunities and chances

To learn and to grow

Into a better soul

They walk this Earth, and some even fly

To guide us in our efforts to always try

Furry or bare skinned, they're all around

In the air, or walking on solid ground

Each one of us, is a soul in disguise

Walking this journey, to where our destiny lies

Helping others to see beyond the disguise

To the soul within, to where the spirit lies

I'm sure you've met some souls in disguise in your life as well

Spirit At Play

Sometimes our lives will be lead astray

Experiments of our soul, our spirit at play

At this time, we'll do things not too proud

Some things we may feel, are not allowed

We may hurt others, or ourselves when we do

Sometimes it'll guide us, to what will be true

We'll know by how it effects us

When the pieces that fall, are broken trust

We must decide, is it what we want it to be

Careless of others, treating them so poorly

Some will continue on the path that they lead

While others seek forgiveness, it's what they need

Those choosing to change, surely will grow

For they learned a lesson, and it'll show

You can't change the damage, after it was done

But you can give so much back, be part of the one

Surely they'll know, the right way to be

And yet still remain, playful and free

They'll find their spirit, and they'll surely know

A kind of love, that will make them grow

So many of us have done things we are not proud of

but to learn we must explore and find out what is right for us.

Spiritual Beauty

What makes someone beautiful, is it seen upon their face?

Is it having the proper body parts, looking especially good in place?

Oh sure, they're good to look at, I'm always looking too

But there's a beauty that's much deeper, if you didn't have a clue

It's the beauty on the inside, that makes us who we are

The characteristics of the heart and soul, that are the best by far

When you connect to this inner beauty, upon meeting a new friend

Your souls begin connecting, and stay together until the end

You feel the warmth inside, and the tugging of your heart

And you feel their spiritual beauty, and you have taken part

Is this a healing gift, or is it something you just somehow know

That warms the deepest part of you, and makes you feel aglow

It doesn't matter, what their skin color, or their shape or size

Or what their hair color is, or the color of their eyes

And it really doesn't matter, if their nose is short or if it's long

When recognizing another's spiritual beauty, you simply can't go wrong

When seeking out your life mate, just do what feels right

Don't look too closely on the outside, but look for the inner light

For it is our Spiritual Beauty, that stays with us, even after we've died

It is the deepest kind of love we share, that comes from deep inside

Spiritual Crossroad

As we travel on this journey, and in a certain mode

In our life, we all must come to the Spiritual Crossroad

This is where we meet others, who are traveling too

On their own journey of life, and they meet up with you

You each share the stories, of where you have been

And you know the words, are heard by this new friend

You share the spiritual knowledge, with all you share

And find the spirit of love, is soon to be aware

Sometimes they will travel, down the road for awhile

Other times they are lead away, and leave you with a smile

You take the experiences shared, and add them to your own

As you travel forward, your spirit having grown

Sometimes the journey down the road, is so lonely and long

Other times we take comfort, in listening to our inner song

We watch as people come and go

As we learn about life, so that we will know

To open our eyes, so that we can see

Everything, and for all that life can be

Our soul grows, and it lightens our load

As our journey of life, brings us to the Spiritual Crossroad

Spiritual Flow

Your journey here, brings you many things

So many hopes, promises with strings

Just when you think, that everything is clear

Reality for us changes, old values disappear

Many things, that you couldn't see before

Are right before your eyes, and there's so much more

It's not always seeing, what is all there

But the feeling of their presence, and what it is they share

For everything, is part of everything else you see

Connected to each other, of all things that will be

All things that happen, have a purpose and a reason

Yet sometimes at that moment, it isn't very pleasing

Understanding that the answers, will come when it's the right time

Being patient and calm, learning to read each and every sign

There is reality, beyond the life that we know

Upon our journey here, that has a Spiritual Flow

Star Gazers

I sit up here on the clouds

Far below are gathered crowds

They gaze in wonder at the sky

And always wonder how and why

They come from far, they come from near

Every time, this time of year

To stare up in the night

And pick out the star lights

They wonder just how far

How far away is each star

Some are shooting, some are falling

But each of them seem to be calling

They form so many shapes up there

Looking around, they're everywhere

Oh the beauty on a starlit night

To gaze at them while moonlight's bright

I think there's beauty everywhere

Something good, when we're aware

Stranger Than Fiction

People say that life is stranger than fiction

Well I believe it’s true

When people don’t hold back on their restrictions

With all they say and do

Some times it’s hard to know what to believe

All of the things, in the news that we read

It’s believing and knowing all that is there

And some unknown facts, they’re not willing to share

It’s knowing when and what to believe

When it comes to our minds, on what we receive

Open your minds, is it too far fetched to be true

Can you accept it, or is it unbelievable to you

Some think the world is simple and free

Others find it complex in their own misery

Sometimes we’re born into a life that is bizarre

And it takes our whole life to journey so far

Think of how far we’ve come, in this life that you know

The computers, technology, and yet so far to go

Would you have believed all, if you lived in the past

Of all the strange things, in this world so vast

Success Of The Soul

We live upon this world with two journeys to take

We must choose the one that we wish to make

One is the journey of the physical, one is of the soul

One will bring success, one will make us whole

As I traveled down life's road, I truly must confess

I felt like I had failed, because I never had success

In a man made world, success is a great key

I had never striven for it, I just kept being me

I let the universe guide me, with every turn I took

It became my life's adventure, like pages from a book

My idea of a good life was to just let it flow

Take life easy, that's all I would ever know

I never wanted more money than I would ever need

I followed along life's road to see where it would lead

I found pleasure in the little things each day

My perception of life was in a different way

I saw the beauty all across the land

My reward was to give people a helping hand

I'd look around, and with my camera, capture everything

That beauty that surrounds, and colors it would bring

I followed wherever I was lead

Words and ideas forming in my head

I always took note on whatever I would see

My life's journey would turn up in my poetry

There is an inner part of you that we call the soul

When you follow it, it will make you whole

Listen to it, feel the calm it brings

Let it lift you higher, use your Heavenly wings

Look deep inside, then you too will know

Success isn't money, when it's success of the soul

Although we need a certain amount of money in this

world to survive, we don't need to strive on it.

Pure and Simple, love is what we need. Love of

our self and others. Completeness in our being who

we are being. Honoring our soul for all it can be.

Listening to the universe as it guides us to where we

truly should be. In your soul, it will feel like the right place.

Suck It Up

Suck it up, don't be a baby

There's nothing to it, don't be crazy

Don't be a wimp, you aren't weak

Be strong like me, I'm at my peak

Suck it up, don't you whine

Stand up to it, you've got a spine

Don't walk away, you better not cry

It's no big deal, you aren't going to die

Suck it up, go with the grind

Don't be daft, don't be blind

You know you can handle it okay

Like a breeze, just another day

Suck it up, you spineless jerk

If you were smart, you'd make it work

But I guess, you don't have a clue

To be as strong, because you are you

Suck it up, and suck it in

Don't be a loser, when you can win

Suck it in, and take it all

If you don't, then you will fall

I wrote this poem from the position

of someone who is telling another to be strong. In my opinion a rude

way of saying it, because how can we truly know what another is going

through. And I'm sure the person who is telling the other person to “Suck It Up”

has never been in the same situation of the other person. To understand one must be

the person who is going through it. So how can one say “Suck It Up?” No brains, no

heart. No consideration. The point I am making here is, most times we never know

what the other person is going through. I'm sure the person who said these things

would never be able to “Suck It Up” if they were in that position.

Suicide Lament

When someone wants to cut their wrist

Or something which is similar to this

When life seems too hard to cope

And they think of hanging from a rope

What they need is all our love

To banish thoughts they're thinking of

So they can have back all their pride

And they can once again feel good inside

What makes them feel the way they do

How can our love reach on through

To let them know we really care

And that our love is always there

Sometimes it's the people they're around

Wherever slashed wrists will be found

A tragic way for a life to end

When all they needed was a friend

But no one listened and no one heard

The sadness expressed in every word

If only we would take the time

To help them when they send a sign

Let's take away their pain and cries

Enlighten their darkness with beautiful skies

For somehow there must be a way

To let them know, there are better days

Let's send our thoughts and prayers, so they will know

So all of our love, will help them grow

And all the love, that has been sent

Will put an end, to their Suicide Lament

I have read some poetry by people about cutting and slashing wrists,

ending life, giving up, and all the pain they've gone through.

I wrote this poem for them. For they need hope, they need to feel loved,

they need to live again. Let's send them our love and prayers. ~Bud~

Sweat

On a hot and humid day I just seem to sweat

Underneath my hat, it's so very wet

Feeling so tired, energy is not there

All I want is to walk around in underwear

Ice in my glass, keeping liquid cold

Tastes so good to drink, and cool to hold

The fan is on, blowing air my way

Cooling down the place, on this summer day

Sweat on my back, sweat on my head

Into the shower, is where I am lead

I'm out again, and maybe I'll dry

Or boil in the heat, as the day goes by

A popsicle tastes good on this kind of day

Even ice cream or a rootbeer float is okay

So as I sit here, sweat runs down on me

I'll have me another glass of homemade ice tea

Oh that tastes so good on this day so hot

Soothing cool, and seems to hit the spot

I guess I'll sit back and enjoy it anyway

As the sweat on my body trickles down on this summer day

When it's hot, it's hot, but when it's humid, it's a wet day for all.

I keep cold liquids and ice around so I don't get dehydrated. It

feels good to keep me cool on a hot day. Also lotion is good so

your skin doesn't dry out. Lotion is good for that. Keep those

fans going, or the Air Conditioners going, and keep yourself cool.

Take Time

In life, don't let so many things pass you by

Take time with people you love, to say more than hi

Time goes fast, and before you know

You missed your chance, it was their time to go

Take time to enjoy nature, and see what is there

Don't rush through the day, let your senses be aware

The butterflies, that are flying right by your head

Dragonflies that dance, as you dream in your bed

Look at the clouds, the shapes that you can see

The wonderful shapes, of almost every tree

Listen to music, that lifts your spirit high

Take time to dance, no need to ask why

It's okay to miss yesterday, but live for today

The future keeps coming, it's the only way

Step ahead fully aware, and look around

Up at the sky, or all over the ground

Don't let a day go by, and not do a thing

You just never know, what each day will bring

These words in this poem, are absolutely a sign

For you to to think carefully, and for you to Take Time

Time doesn't wait for you, so you need to Take Time.

Make every moment count. Don't live with regrets

of things you should have done, but didn't. You had

time, but didn't take it. You always said you had

something more important to do. Don't make

excuses! Take the time NOW!

Tattered Wings

I saw a butterfly, that was tattered

I thought of all things that mattered

In our lives, we all must try

Through our problems, to always fly

With tattered wings it flew quite well

But it must have gone through some hell

It landed on a leaf, and I took a look

The wind blew gently, and the wings shook

I thought of those with tattered wings

Those with problems that life brings

It never stopped them from always trying

Though wings be tattered, they kept on flying

No matter what our life might bring

We should learn to value everything

Through our experiences, trials and errors

We learn to fly with what is there

With tattered wings like the butterfly

Our life is built on things we try

To carry on and never give up hope

With Tattered Wings, we learn to cope

Teach Your Children

Teach your children, all the many things

So their lives will take off, on the golden wings

Teach them to be, their very best

So they will make it, through every test

Teach them to know, what's in each day

And always know, just what to say

Know when to work, and when to play

Handle their love, in a special way

Know when to say yes, and when to say no

With your love, always let them know

Watch them closely, as they grow

Until it is, their time to go

Learning about life and love, they learned from you

They'll cherish the lessons, that helped them through

With what they learned, they'll know what to do

It will hold them for a lifetime, this love is so true

Teach your children, all the spiritual things

And their journey in life, will float on the Angel's wings

Teach them to love others, and to always share

Then you've taught them well, about the human flare

Teach your children well, and they will grow into

wonderful human beings

Telephone Is Ringing

Telephone is ringing, will you answer the call

Love in the bringing, carried to us all

When you receive, what do you hear

What is it, that comes to your ear

Time so precious, time well spent

Words of choice, that are sent

Quality and quantity, minutes tick away

Memories for you to remember this special day

Who's at the other end

Is it family, or a friend

Are they close, or far away

Did your call, make their day

Oh what a great feeling, after a telephone call

Happiness of touching, with spirit standing tall

Telephone is ringing, someone answered me

Love of life exchanged, of all meant to be

Temporary Vessels

Temporary Vessels, until our bodies die

Releasing of our spirit, it'll once again fly

Impressions of a lifetime, touching within our souls

Reclaiming all our memories, we knew long ago

Pages from an old book, a story being told

Of a human's journey, until the body grew old

The meetings with the strangers, who became the friends

Connections of the soul, where the bond never ends

The passages taken, that lead to a place

To learn about the people, they call the human race

The twists that come about, and at every turn

The lessons being taught, and the lessons we learn

From our experiences shared, others will learn too

And on this road of life, it'll help them to get through

For who is right or what is right, doesn't matter here

Live in peace and harmony, and let go of the fear

Non Judgmental is the one, who guides us each

Giving love and showing love, and teaching us to reach

Temporary Vessels, until our bodies die

Releasing of our spirit, it'll once again fly

Thank You God

I thank you God, for giving me

Two good eyes so I can see

A heart that feels so very much

And hands that never cease to touch

Thank you for the mouth to feed

So I can eat the food I need

Thank you for the nose as well

So I can take the time to smell

Thank you for the toes on my feet

And your guidance with each day I meet

Thank you for the ears to hear

The music that is heard through my ear

Thank you for the tongue to taste

To cherish flavors before going to waste

Thank you for the lips to kiss

To experience the state of bliss

Thank you God, for giving me

Such a wonderful human body

Thank you God, for all you give

So I can enjoy, each day I live

The Ageless Spirit

Age is just a number, that is given to us all

We use it on our bodies, until the day we fall

Age is universal and timeless, and it never ends

It's given to the spirit, and shared with many friends

The spirit has no boundaries, when it comes to age

It just keeps on growing, as it goes through every stage

The human years in ages, moves so very fast

While the spirit within, is one that will always last

We live our life in a world, as if within a dome

Until this life is over, until we're taken home

We learn from every lesson, while our spirits grow

And we choose our paths, as it takes us where it goes

Sometimes on our path, we find an obstacle there

And we get caught up feeling, that life is so unfair

But there's a reason, for every path we take

And there is a lesson, for every time we ache

Sometimes we misunderstand, all that comes our way

And lose sight of the messages, sent to us each day

Life for us is ageless and timeless, while our bodies age

As our spirit keeps growing, throughout each human stage

The Bed

There's nothing quite as wonderful, as the comfort of the bed

Peaceful and relaxing, with pillows beneath your head

Below you is the mattress, above you the sheets feel so great

And before long, you find, you're drifting into the dream state

Whether you wear pajamas, or you sleep in the nude

There's not a better place, when you're in the sleepy mood

Darkness all around you, you pass into a dream

Where the people and the places, aren't always what they seem

Sometimes they seem so real, it makes you realize

Were they closed or opened, the position of your eyes

Many times they take you, to where life is so surreal

They stay vivid in your mind, as well as your last meal

Close your eyes, and drift off into sleep

Precious are the visions, that you wish to keep

Peaceful and relaxing, with pillows beneath your head

There's nothing quite as wonderful, as the comfort of The Bed

The Calendar

So many numbers, that come along the way

Placed upon the calendar, passing day by day

From January first, to the last day in December

Tugging at the memories, of all that you remember

Dates always remembered, stick within our mind

Special events in, everything that we find

Birthdays celebrated, wishing them a good year

And those passed away, wishing they were here

Or the wedding anniversary, of the day we married

Maybe the struggle, with a child you had carried

Possibly the day, that you graduated from school

Or a day you'd like to forget, when you had been a fool

A day you moved, from one place to another

Or the day you were, the Best Man for your brother

The day when everything, took on a big change

Some certain day you had, that was very strange

Those days come and go, some go very fast

Numbers on the calendar, connect us to the past

Some forever touch us, leaving behind a scar

Days within a month and year, on The Calendar

The Candle Of Life

Life is like a candle, its flame is all ablaze

Blowing each of us, in many different ways

Some of us burn light, and some burn even lighter

Most of us try our best, to be a little brighter

Like a soft breeze, that flickers to a sway

We draw upon the strength of friends, to help from day to day

Some of us are warmed, wherever we may go

Some of us never feel the heat, being buried in the snow

Sometimes we get burned, as we try our very best

As we travel down life's road, taking every test

Some of us hardly move, waiting to be snuffed

Those who move the wrong way, are always being cuffed

Some of us touch others with our flame

And their lives will never be the same

Some of us trying to move ahead, end up moving back

Spirited individuals, burning with knowledge that they lack

Although the wax melts away, like our bodies as we age

The burning embers of life glow, as we travel each stage

Short wick, long wick, wide wick, thin wick

Good times, bad times, feeling our heart tick

Whether we get caught up in our joys, or maybe in our strife

The flames, they keep on burning, in The Candle Of Life

The Challenges Of The Soul

We go through life never knowing when

The exact time our life will end

Or what will come to challenge us

We put our lives in those we trust

You may say that long ago

That it would challenge your soul

There would be hard times and quite a fight

But you’d find your way to the light

If you think deeply, you’re already there

The light surrounds you, in all you share

The love you give, is always found

Life’s journey carries you, you’re always Heaven bound

Heaven is a place for our souls to find

To guide us forward with an open mind

It’s the place we find with open eyes

When our spirit sees through Earth’s disguise

It’s always felt when it’s love we give

And guides us in the life we live

We walk through time, gathering all we know

As we learn The Challenges Of The Soul

The Child

A child of innocence, no worries upon you

In your own world, in everything you do

So much to learn, in the worldly ways

Use your strategy well, in this life size maze

You are a child, with so much yet to learn

To reach adulthood, is something you must earn

So much energy, as you dance in front of the fireplace

And the out loud laughter, with the smile upon your face

Depending on others, to make your life more complete

Filled with curiosity, with each new day you meet

They're also your teacher, for we listen and we see

Things that you bring up, on all that life will be

Life is about changes, to change is to grow

To use this knowledge, to learn with what we know

As you learn to be better, I am learning too

To understand the child in me, for I was once like you

Look into the eyes of a child, and give a great big smile

For their bond is of the heart, for that is their style

They look up to their elders, to be the very best

To become an adult, a child must pass life's test

This one was inspired by Aunja

The Circle Drive

People come and go, in the Circle Drive

You just never know, who’s next to arrive

Through the lobby window, you can see them go

Maybe it is someone that you know

Someone’s always coming, someone’s always leaving

In this life we’re living, we all take part in grieving

Like the Circle Drive, that forms an arc

For us to keep living, there must be a spark

There must be a destination, of where we wish to be

Something we can work towards, to complete our destiny

Never standing still, moving forward in time

How you get there, depends on how you use your mind

Mind over matter, around or straight

Make it happen, or learn to wait

Only you can decide

To walk or to ride

On the walk, you can see so much more

But your feet can become weary and sore

The ride may be faster, with less stress

Yet the easy way, isn’t always the best

As you take in, arrivals and departures at The Circle Drive

Remember to use your best judgment, while you’re alive

Learn and appreciate everything you can, so when you depart

You’ll know the true meaning, of love from the heart

The Circle Drive here at The Harbor Tower. Taxis, DATA bus, and

many other vehicles stop to pick up and drop off people

The Clock

Time goes by as we wait, tick tock tick tock

The seconds, the minutes, the hours on the clock

As we sit in front of time, always face to face

The hands go around, waiting to find our place

Time waits for no one, it keeps passing by

Searching for comfort, to ease our inner cry

The journey of life, the heartbeat of our clock

As our spirits evolve, tick tock tick tock tick tock

Where does the time go, when it leaves us here

People lost in the past and the future is unclear

Hold true to your worth, take pride in your value

For you are someone special, with everything you do

You are guided by the forces that be

Even when many things you can not see

Take the steps, in the direction you wish to go

And you will find answers, to what you do not know

Everything takes time, so take it very slow

Try not to rush it, just to make it so

Time is precious, so use the key to unlock

The life beyond, the tick tock of The Clock

Take the time to be the You, that you want to be

The Color Of Life's Music

Music is to your ears, what color is to your eyes

It can be your lows, it can be your highs

It can make you happy, it can make you sad

It can turn you off, or even make you mad

Colors have different meanings, to those who take in the view

Sometimes it's the combination, the brightness, or the hue

It can be the sun, shining down on the Earth

Or it can be a miracle, of a woman giving birth

It can be a smile, a stranger gives to you

Making you feel in your heart, so brand new

It can be a friend, taking time to find out how you are

Or it can be a twinkling, of the brightest shining star

Music can be a calming cool, or a burning fire

Bringing you to a relaxing state, or sets off your deepest desire

Music can be, a rainbow of all colors there

It can the greatest love, in everything we share

Music can be any color, that you wish it to be

I know for one thing, it sure is beautiful to me

It is the brightest colors, that I've ever seen

Taking in the music and colors, as I walk in between

Music can touch your heart just like the beauty of the

colors that we see on a beautiful sunny day. All the

colors just flying past you as you feel each and every

one of them. A Rainbow of colors in the greats of all

Symphonies. So very magical to take it all in.

The Comfort Zone

There is a place, that is so easy to be every day

Where we are in control, of the worries that come our way

Within these boundaries, that we know so well

Is a human spirit, that lives within a shell

Afraid of what is, on the outside

Always living in fear, of taking life's ride

Staying within their circle, so they won't feel pain

Not to step out of the Comfort Zone, there they remain

Everyone has something to share, they have something to give

To remain within, is to be without a full life to live

Step outside, and see all that the world can be

Feel the love all around, set your soul free

Set out on a journey, in a new life to explore

And you will feel, that you can be so much more

You cracked the shell, that you lived within so tight

And now your spirit, can follow the love of light

Take pride and honor, in each new step you take

Look forward to each day when you are awake

Step outside of The Comfort Zone, where you were for so long

So your human spirit can grow, and you can sing your song

It's not easy to step outside of your comfort zone, until

your comfort zone becomes uncomfortable, and you

need to find another one

The Common Thread

The common thread of life, that flows between us each

With people on this journey, that we all must reach

Their lives interact, with the one we live

With our heart and soul, we learn how to give

You see it in the faces, of the people everywhere

We become more complete, when we learn to share

For becoming whole, we must understand others too

This makes for, becoming a better you

You learn, you grow, you see, you know

You try your best, and there you go

The effort you make, is well worth it in the end

A reward to the spirit, of the time that you lend

The common thread, that weaves through our life

May cut some people, like a butcher's knife

We must learn to use it, as a gift of light

To right the wrongs, that cause endless night

Before we move ahead, we must see it all

And listen closely. Until we hear the call

For life is like a common thread

From the break of dawn, until it's time for bed

We each have a common thread between us

The Dandelion's Song

The dandelion's life, short as it seems

Compared to ours, cut short our dreams

We start so new, so young, so strong

To listen to the dandelion's song

Bright and yellow, its petals be

The lion's Tooth, for all to see

The beauty seen, with flowers shown

Surrounded where, the grass is grown

Just like the humans, that tread their ground

Within the right season, they can be found

Wherever there's grass, the dandelion's there

For us to enjoy the beauty, if we're aware

But like our lives, here upon the Earth

We welcome death, as our rebirth

When dandelions turn from yellow to white

The wind carries its petals to another site

And where it lands, it starts anew

Just like the human soul will do

A part of us, where our children go

Carried on the wind, it's the human soul

The Dark Hole

© by Bud Lemire on Feb 19, 2009

Dearest friend, I’ve seen several changes in you
Things that you say, and things that you do
Your attitude has changed, your personality isn’t the same
You only have YOU, because you are to blame
You’ve turned away from the man I once knew
It’s hard to be close, like I once use to
Yes, people can say rude things, but not all the time
The spirits have told me, that that’s a bad sign

Your attitude is pushing your true friends away
The ones who care, won’t want to stay
I may not understand all you say and do
But the spirits know your thoughts, and all you go through
They know the wall you’ve built, and see what is there
And the spirits they know, you are being unfair
Don’t blame the ones who have cared for you here
We all know that you’re covering some hidden fear

You can spend all your money, sell all you own
But in the end, you will just be alone
Those who once loved you, and stood by your side
Have walked away, when part of you died
You know what’s the cause of this to be
The truth of the matter, has been shown to me
Those who care about me, have shown me the way
And if you keep this up, I can not stay

I loved you dearly, for the man I once knew
But lately you just haven’t been you
What I know or don’t know, doesn’t matter to me
The spirits are watching you, they know what they see

“What has become of my son?”
“He thinks he’s turned to having fun”
“But he’s just hurting everyone”
“Oh dear God, what can be done?”

When you left his world, he didn’t know how to deal
When he lost his hope, he lost his sense to feel
This habit he has, is out of control
Which has driven him into, a very dark hole

I can't remember who I wrote this about

The Divine Truth

When liars surround me, I am the light

The seeker of truth, I'm all that is right

With honesty and trust, I am the divine truth

Banishing the lies, is like pulling a tooth

So many people, hide themselves behind lies

But the truth, finds a way behind the disguise

What will you do, when the lie is found out

You'll leave them, filled up with feelings of doubt

What lies before you, what lies behind

False words take over, with no truth in mind

When you start with a lie, you end with one too

But when the end comes, the truth will get you

Lies are like dirt, they soil the soul

And dirty the places, wherever you go

Those bound to the truth, will feel their worth

And then reveal, what lies are upon this Earth

Choose wisely, what lies within your soul

For if you choose false words, God will know

I choose the Divine Truth, it is the right choice for me

And bathe within the honesty, for all my friends to see

I've always believed in the truth. Lies lead to other lies.

Telling it like it is, is always the best, when coming from

your mouth. The Divine Truth for me, is always the right

course in my life.

The Dream Of Life

Is it real or fantasy

The future that's ahead of me

Sometimes it feels just like a dream

My life an endless flowing stream

While other times it seems so real

Of everything I touch and feel

My senses come alive, and so do I

Emotions so strong, they make me cry

I must be thankful for all I've got

Not ashamed of what I have not

Sometimes I wonder if it is me

That effects all things that will be

Material things mean a lot to me

But there are things that you can not see

And there are things you'll never know

That guide me on the journey of my soul

I can't be like you or them

I can only be just who I am

As I travel the road to meet the end

I'll make it there because I have good friends

Just thinking about my journey in life and this came out.

It is not sad, nor happy, just flowing thoughts.

The Earthly Plane

As I walk this Earthly plane

I think of all that I have gained

Through my life, loss of life and loss of love

I felt God's hand, guiding me from above

I felt what's true, in having friends

I found out how far, the heart can bend

So many friends, have helped me through

While others I've known, didn't have a clue

I think of all, I've called a friend

And all the places, where I have been

The traveling, of my physical and mental states

I came out stronger and better, and accepted my fate

I've learned so much about the soul

So much more than most people know

But I only share it with those willing to grow

Of the many places where spiritual people go

As I walk this Earthly plane

I think of all that I have gained

As time goes by, we learn and we grow

The Elevator Of Life

While living on the fifteenth floor

I often ride the elevator

Picking up people, on the way down

Some wear smiles, some wear a frown

Life is like the elevator

So often we do hope for more

It brings us down, it brings us up

And sometimes it's just not enough

We must think of life, as an elevator ride

We can experience it, or we can hide

Can we avoid it, when it comes to our floor

Taking the stairs, so that we can ignore

I think of the elevator, as life on each level

We make the water ripple, when we throw a pebble

Time changes us, and we change in time

We follow the path, trying to read every sign

If the elevator brings us down, we must understand why

If we need to release, not to be afraid to cry

And if it takes us, to the very top floor

We must appreciate it, because there's so much more

Let the elevator of life, take you where it will

Push all the buttons, don't let it stand still

Experience new levels, as you ride and up and down

Life is too short, to always be wearing a frown

The Enemy Within

For some of us, the enemy lives within

We fight them off, but we can never win

Life's battle scars, has left us very sore

We want to relax, but all we do is roar

We bang the drum, we bang the wall

We crash the carts, right in the hall

We scare the people, that we are around

We're out of control, we keep losing ground

I fought for our country, in a mighty war

Now I fight demons, that keep coming through my door

I know you can't see them, yet they're real to me

You would understand, if you knew my history

They gave me medicine, to keep me in control

Yet all I want to do, is crawl out of this hole

Break free, of these enemies within

Part of me knows, I will never win

I never asked for this, I never did

I started off, as a normal kid

Along the way, something happened to me

The things you don't know, are the things that I see

We never know everyone's story. How they came to

be who they are today. What they've been through

in their lifetime. Then one day we know more, and

understand their story a little better. Can we truly

say that under the same circumstances, that it could

have been us. Yes, if we had traveled their journey.

But we didn't and they did, and they have to live with

it. But we can take what we learned, and understand

a little better of where they are coming from, and what

they are going through.

The Gift

Each of us have a gift, that must be tapped

But some of us ignore it, and it's never unwrapped

We must open it up, to see what is there

And our gift, with others, we must share

Sometimes it's a gift, we've known about all along

And we didn't realize, it was part of our life's song

Sometimes it is recognized, by someone you have known

For the gift is for others, to be seen, to be shown

It is to be used, for the good of all mankind

And spread around with love, to all the friends you find

For the gift is not enjoyed, if it is used in greed

It must be used, to help those who are in need

It touches others, like a wave upon the shore

And they find their lives, are worth living for

You didn't realize, just how dark their world may seem

Until your words touched them, changing nightmare into dream

Hope is what we all need, to get through every day

Without a shining future, we want to sleep our life away

We must live in both worlds, the waking and the dream

And do the very best we can, to be part of the team

As we learn more, about the gift inside

We let our journey take us, for a little ride

We'll know when to get off, when the time is right

Until the time is here, we'll use our gift of light

Share your gift of light with everyone, and you will

change their lives for the better

The Gift Of Christmas

It's not always the gifts under the tree

That makes Christmas mean the most to me

It's the gathering of friends and family

And all the love that is shared, freely

It's the gift of fully feeling alive

The Journey taken, now when you arrive

The gift of love that you feel with your Soul Mate

Heartfelt blessings of everything you appreciate

The Angel at the top of the tree, watching over you

All the things in life that you have been through

The beauty in the sky when the sun sets and rises

Through the years, all the pleasant little surprises

All the colored lights all over the Christmas Tree

Reminding me that each soul has their own special beauty

Each of us being unique, each of us shine

Like the lights on the tree, we are the lights of the divine

Each day beholds a gift for each

You learn, experience, and teach

As you open the gifts from under the tree

Think of the greatest gift, The Gift To Be

At Christmas time I always think of the people

who guided me in friendship and helped mold

me to be who I am today. They touched me with

their love, and made me proud to be happy as I

live this life I am living. We are truly miracles

here on Earth. Souls with such a wonderful

personality. When we help each other as we

travel down the journey of life, it makes me

appreciate people even more.

Merry Christmas to one and all.

The Gift Of Giving

As long as you live, in the land of the living

Remember the gift, the gift of the giving

Gifts come in many ways to us each

It all depends on how far we're willing to reach

It doesn't have to be money you give someone on the street

It can be the shoes to put on somebody's bare feet

Sharing what you have with others who are without

Letting them know what giving is all about

Some food for an empty stomach to make them feel alive

Giving them the strength to feel so good inside

A friendly handshake, warmth for you to share

Sharing in conversation, and knowing that you care

Gifts can be given, and accepted in return

Shared with those around us, so that we can learn

Remember the gift, the gift of the giving

Helping those who need it, to continue living

The Glasses Fell

The glasses fell from his face

His vision became out of place

He couldn't see as once before

A life of changes beyond and more

A journey with each twist and turn

With all that's taught, and all he'll learn

Although his vision wasn't the same

He never lost sight of his true aim

He guided others who couldn't see

To the place where they should be

He thought for sure, he was going blind

But a spell was cast, upon his mind

The Angels came, and broke the spell

Several days after, his glasses fell

Everything before became clear

He'd help others, to conquer their fear

With his eyes in focus, and less of a strain

He can guide others easier, to overcome their pain

It's hard to move around, when you carry your shell

Release was what he learned, on the day his glasses fell

My glasses did fall off. I recall I couldn't find them. I

realized I could see well enough without them to help

others. And so I did.

The Greater Universe

Explore your surroundings, be a part of The Greater Universe

Things can only get better, nothing can get worse

Take time to know your senses, so all will be clear

Use your inner spirit, to taste, smell, touch, and hear

Know everything, for what is really there

For each and every one, is special and rare

Take time to be a part of, what is and what will be

Look around, at, inside, and understand what you see

Listen to the music, allow yourself to float

Don't go under, in a slowly sinking boat

Allow yourself to fly, like an eagle in the sky

Know you're not alone, as each day goes by

Dance around happily, smile and be proud

Know you are the center, of a much larger crowd

It is your life's blueprint, and it's all your own

A lifetime and beyond spirit, though your body is on loan

Always know you have the power, if you look within

And feel your true soul, and your life will begin

Be a part of The Greater Universe, explore all that is around

While your journey takes you to, where Angels can be found

I believe we all need to explore the Greater Universe to really know life better

The Greatest Gift Of All

The greatest gift of all

Is giving part of you

For all those who need it

In everything you do

The greatest gift of all

Is the love that you share

Showing all your friends

How deeply that you care

The greatest gift of all

Comes from within your soul

When you teach others

All the things you know

When you give yourself freely

To share everything you learn

The greatest gift of all

Will be found at every turn

The Greatest Trip

The Greatest Trip, that you'll ever take

Is the journey of life, and the friends you make

Touching many others, wherever you will go

Simply with a smile, and a warm hello

As you travel on life's road, paths both high and low

Many are the lessons, and some that you'll just know

To grow to be a better person, as you're on your way

Overcoming life's mysteries, until you're old and gray

Sometimes it's a car, and the engine just won't start

Or something else happens, and you fall apart

Maybe it is great news, and the sun is out

And you feel uplifted, and want to dance and shout

Maybe you feel life's left you, on a fast sinking boat

Or left you in the snow, without a winter coat

Then remember every trip you take, all depends on you

The paths that you have chosen, and what you choose to do

You may choose to be still, and never move around

Never to experience life fully, with your feet stuck in the ground

Or you may choose to soar high, with your spirit in the air

Making new discoveries, as you travel everywhere

The Greatest Trip ever to be taken is to explore life.

Travel the many roads where life takes you.

The Grudge

Life is too short to hold a grudge

When one or the other just won't budge

Maybe something wrong was said or done

Was it an event caused by someone?

Mistakes are made, we're human that way

Tomorrow will be another day

Forgive and forget and let it pass

It's not worth it to harass

It's not worth it to lose a family member or friend

Over something that you won't let end

You are the one who built the wall

It's only you who can make that call

Forgiveness comes straight from the heart

Those walls you built will then fall apart

Isn't it better to be in touch

With those people who mean so much

Nobody has to be right

There's no reason to feel contrite

A different point of view may be

Of what it is that you both see

Breathe in and breathe out, and let it go

Release the grudge that claims your soul

Life is too short to let little things bother you

to the point of not talking to a family member or

friend. When you rise above it and realize it was

nothing compared to the value of family and friend.

Only then can you let go of the grudge that seemed so

big at the time, really was nothing at all. Is being right

really all that matters? Mistakes are made all the time,

not only by the other person, but by you as well. Be a

better person and forgive their mistake, and bring them

back into your life, so your life will be better. Those walls

you built so high and so thick, will then crumble to the ground.

The Gun

My heart is heavy, my heart is like lead

I try not to think about it, before going to bed

When the day is so busy, in the quiet of the night

There's so much that's wrong, when it should be all right

Crazy people with guns, shooting everyone everywhere

The schools, the stores, giving everyone a scare

What's this world coming to, when someone can carry a gun

And go on a shootout in this world, killing everyone

I think people buying guns, before crossing the line

Need a psyche evaluation, it may stop the crime

Yet then again, it could just happen one day

When sane turns to insane, and the psycho got away

Will we ever truly understand, what makes them do

Like having a shootout, did we miss a clue

I keep thinking, of what the relatives go through

Losing a loved one, the grief that's so true

We've been battling this issue, for many a year

What will it take, before we lose someone we hold dear

We need new laws, for the weapons that kill

To cut out these shootings, maybe pass a new bill

We need to crack down, before it kills everyone

Because it's gotten so crazy, when it comes to The Gun

I truly believe the gun issue needs to be reviewed more,

and new action must be taken to insure the safety of our

citizens. We need to find a way to make it safer for us.

So we don't have to worry about being shot when we go

somewhere. There must be a way, let's find it.

The Heart Of These Hands

There's a story in these hands, and it's different for every pair

A heartbeat and a journey, in a lifetime that we share

We use them, in many a different way

We make the most of them, throughout every day

Nothing with our hands, is out of reach

Hand in Hand walking along the Beach

Hands to write, hands to strum

Hands to play piano, or play the drum

Each hand guides us in our part

Because within each, beats a heart

From tiny hands at birth, to bigger hands as we grow

We take our hands with us, wherever we go

Some of us raise a family, some of us live alone

We use them to our best ability, with everything we've known

Gentle hands, that guide us each

Experiencing the touch, from what they teach

The Heart of these hands, can be found everywhere

When your hands are used, and show that they care

Our hands have a story to tell. A story of our journey

in life, and everything that we did with them. All the

things we did as we traveled through time, up to the

present moment. I've got to hand it to you, you used

them well. So put your hands together and applaud

yourself for your hands that were lead by your heart.

The Homeless

I think about the homeless, wondering how they got that way

I'm feeling lucky to have a home, and shelter and clothing each day

When I lived in Washington, I was quite aware

On the underpass, they were sleeping there

We have homeless here, and it's really sad

The churches help them out, for that I am glad

On TV, I saw them living in boxes one time

We need to help them out, cross over that line

Give a helping hand, do our best to help them out

Doing the humane thing, is what life is all about

We have people from the border, finding jobs around here

While there are more homeless, in the USA each year

They don't have a home, food, or a place to live

It's surprising they don't get help, from a living relative

One thing that I wonder is, do they even feel loved

In a world that can be unfair, they've been pushed and shoved

Is it a choice that chooses them, or is it one they make

To be out on the street struggling, for goodness sake

I thank God for low income housing, without it I would be

Out there on the street with them, wondering how to feed me

Being homeless must be a scary thing. To have to think about

each day and wonder if there will be something to eat, a place

to stay. I am sure it is even scarier with the virus going around.

Before we even begin to help other countries, we need to help

those that are down and out right here in the good ole USA.

The Illusion Of Life

© by Bud Lemire on Oct 18, 2007

You live in a place, the illusion of life
Where you’re a Mother, a worker, and a wife
But when you’re asleep, you’re taken away
To another place, where your love can play

You manifest what your future will hold
Where you will be, until you grow old
You are the driver, of your destiny
Which road will you take, where will you be

Which is the illusion, and which one is real
Which one is stronger, and how do you feel
For you weave your life, in all that you do
The art of your soul, is the beauty of you

Decisions are made, in each path we take
Some go on sleeping, while others will awake
Will you stay sleeping and snore
Or do you wish to have more

Only you can distinguish what is real
All you have to do is reach out and feel
To know what is this and what is that
In the Illusion Of Life, you’ll know where it’s at

The Journey Of Self Discovery

Lately I've been on a journey of Self Discovery

Looking at everything, and what it means to me

A soul's view from within

Putting a different light on everything

Find new meaning, every day

How it affects me, and which way

Does it make a better me?

Or is it taking away my energy?

Not taking on anyone else's view as my own

Following a feeling that I have always known

Holding true to who I am inside

Sharing who I am openly, with pride

Walking on the path, I am on today

Releasing the words, that only I can say

Learning all about the person I've become

Traveling life's road, to and from

A new way of thinking, changes happening here

Light shining for me, so my sight is clear

Seeing and feeling the soul, is easy for me

Because I'm on The Journey, of Self Discovery

Self Discovery doesn't change where you are, but changes

how you see everything. Not getting caught up in other

people's views. Staying within your own, and not letting

their emotions override your own. No one is better at

being you, than YOU. It's all about being the “True” you

at this very moment, and knowing what you want in life.

The Key To Life

Always surround yourself with light my friend

Never let the darkness ever be the end

Don't waste your time on negative

Embrace the love every day you live

Don't sit about wearing a frown

Smile and do your best to get around

There's so much that you can be

If you would only look and see

In yourself you must always believe

Be open to what you give and receive

Always think before you speak

So words won't make you a freak

Always do your very best

Be yourself, not like the rest

Know what you like and like not

Learn from everything you're taught

Let life be a blessing for you

Always let everything be true

Take time for yourself awhile

Let happiness be behind your smile

Always remember to be yourself

Enjoy every moment

Explore your surroundings

Take in the magic of life

Let happiness be your friend

Surround yourself with light

Let your smile shine on

The Key To The Universe

The Key To The Universe, is knowing every day

What is needed to fulfill you, in every way

You need to know, what makes you complete

What keeps you going, every day on your feet

Everyone's key will be different, and so are we

From different angles, is how we all see

Each of us, will have a different journey to take

Different paths to go down, different choices to make

Everything will change us, and how we see things

Each choice will evolve us, with what our life brings

As we go through life, we'll learn and we'll grow

And the Universe is what, we'll come to know

What makes you happy, is a good place to start

Knowing what touches, your soul and your heart

Pleasing your body, is a human thing to do

Pleasure of the soul, defines the true you

All through our lives, we seek to fit in

When the true meaning of us, is below the skin

Use your heart as a human, but remember your soul

You are so much more, and it will help you be whole

To be all we can be and feel more complete, we have to

be happy with every choice we make. We have to be

happy with where we are in life, and who we are with.

We have to be happy with who we are. But remember,

you can change anything. You are in control of where

you go, where you will be, and who is in it. When you

are in the right place, and you are with the right person,

you will feel that complete feeling, that Universal harmony.

And you would have found, The Key To The Universe.

The Kitchen Tool

He said it's a war out there, as he handed me a kitchen tool

What was I to do with it, I certainly wasn't a fool

In the kitchen it would be useful, this I know

How can I use it, wherever I should go

Then it dawned on me, the kitchen tool meant much more

A symbol of hope, as I walked through every door

Survival is when, we use every tool that we can

To make it through the years, within our lifespan

Tools can be wisdom, knowing what is right

To help us in the darkness, it can be a flashlight

The knowledge in knowing, exactly the right words to say

And using these words, to make it through each day

In knowing, the right things that I can do

Making each day, a much better you

The tools that surround you, might not be seen

Yet you have the vision, to see what's in between

When he handed me the kitchen tool, it was a lesson

To take every moment, and cherish it as a blessing

The war that we fight, is surviving each day

Using every tool that we can, in every way

A dream I had recently, influenced me to write this poem.

A man, who was my boss in the dream, handed me a kitchen

tool. I walked with it in the dark. As I looked it over, I realized

what it meant. It was a symbol, that with each moment of our

life, we learn to use the tools that we were given at birth. All

that we have learned through the years, are tools to help us

make it through our lives. That kitchen tool wasn't meant just

for the kitchen, but to help me through my life, and it has.

The Life That You Touch

When planning a family, remember what I say
Share all your love, for it’s the only way
A child with love, is like a seed with sunshine
It’ll grow in the light, and be blessed by the divine

Don’t abuse the new life, that’s given to you
Or darkness will prevail, in everything you do
What is learned, and taught at the start
Will leave a scar, that will never part

Wherever this soul, happens to go
It’ll carry the pain, of the memories it knows
The future all depends, on the love that you give
How they are treated, is how they will live

Be someone to look up to, make them so proud
Don’t mess up their lives, for crying out loud
The love that you give, or the love that they lack
Depends upon you, on how it’ll come back

As you sit all alone, in your old age
Wishing you could change some words on the page
The damage you did, was already done
Love was missing, now you have no one

While others are surrounded, by love that’s returned
You get back exactly what you had earned
So while you are out there, making a living
The Life That You Touch, depends on what you’re giving

The Life You Made

The time when your love's not flowing free

Is when it's consumed by anger, fear, or jealousy

It causes emotions to be a mess

When you let inside, emotional stress

The waves of oneness, making you whole

Is like a hurricane, damaging the soul

You must be prepared, when you take your place

Of the danger erupting, that all souls face

The soul is forever, and shall always be

But so many things destroy humanity

We must search within, to find what's there

Into completeness as one, when we learn to share

We must value all creatures in the atmosphere

For their Earthly role, and their presence here

Each creature is unique in their own way

And important in the role they play

Don't let someone else get your goat

Don't let their waves sink your boat

Don't get mad, don't be afraid

Make the best of The Life You Made

The Light At The End Of The Tunnel

The light at the end of the tunnel, is one that you will see

As your life brings you around and closer, to your destiny

Your efforts in these times, are not forsaken

A strong influence remembered, is what you're making

Those you help, will always remember you

For the special things, you say and do

With each breath you take, with each day you live

You offer so much of yourself, so much you give

God's love surrounds you, everywhere you go

People sense your spirit, having a brighter glow

You love to help, it helps you to be

Your soul reaches out, you hold the key

A golden rose for you, to help light your way

Butterflies, dragonflies, guide you through each day

Chipmunks and squirrels, cross the path before you

Clouds passing over, with the sun beaming through

The light at the end of the tunnel, is one that you will see

As your life brings you around and closer, to your destiny

Your efforts in these times, are not forsaken

A strong influence remembered, is what you're making

Sometimes we’re in a situation, and find it hard to cope
Depressing thoughts, without much chance of hope
In every place we find ourselves, there is always some light
To snuff out all the wrongs, and make every thing all right

Still we must experience, and try our best to get through
Knowing that the light will shine, on a better world for you
We were given a spirit, strength of the soul
To help us climb out of any dark hole

We were given friends and family, to be by our side
And a strong belief, to be our truest guide
No matter how dark our path may be
That light will always help ourselves to see

As long as we believe, it’ll make us strong
To endure the long path, to reach where we belong
Only our soul will know exactly where
Our need to be, our need to share

Although at this moment, it’s hard to smile
It’s cold, it’s dark, but it lasts only awhile
The Light From Heaven, will forever shine
For you are a creature blessed of the divine

When life gets you down, remember that life is just a temporary place. Our soul has come here for the human experience. Lessons to learn, so we will grow spiritually. And we do grow as we learn, as we move through life, to reach where we are now, on our way to where we need to be.

The Missing Piece

Remember the missing piece, of the jigsaw puzzle long ago

It's a lot like your life, so much we want to know

In our life, there's more than we can see

Hidden pieces of a puzzle, of all humanity

Pieces of a much bigger puzzle, we try to put in place

As the road of life, brings us new things to face

Trying to understand, all that comes our way

Those that pass through, and those that come to stay

Could the missing piece, be found on the floor

Mysteries of our life, hidden beyond each door

Look around, and behind the door you'll find

Solutions to the puzzles, locked within your mind

Missing pieces, form a picture for you

Giving inspirations, of a life anew

Sometimes we can search a lifetime, for things that are lost

Only to find the answers, when our spirits cross

The Mountain

What was once, a walk down the street

Is now a mountain, I must climb and defeat

Try my best, to reach the top

Even if it means, I might drop

I'll get up again, and keep on trying

I won't give up, until the day I'm dying

I'll not let that mountain, keep me down

As long as I live, I'll be the clown

The mountain, sure looks pretty high

Maybe I'll imagine, that I can fly

It'll help for a moment, but that is all

That mountain, sure makes me feel small

One step at a time, gradually I'll go

Doesn't matter, how fast or how slow

As long as I get to the top, then there I'll be

Another mountain in the distance, is waiting for me

Whatever happened, to the rocks on the road

They turned into mountains, heavier is my load

I will climb the mountain, I will not fail

I'll make it to the top, yes, I will prevail

In life, especially in these trying times. The rocks on

the road have become mountains. They aren't easy.

Yet, with endurance and faith, we can get over them.

We can do it, because we have the willpower and the

strength within. Even when we think it is too much to

handle, we can do it. One step at a time. Take it

apart, and do a little at a time. And soon what you

thought was too much, has been accomplished. Have

faith in you, and know you can do it.

The Power To Be

I shall walk ahead

Not spend my time in bed

Tomorrow will be the sun

Because my time isn't done

I shall dance and sing

I shall fly with a wing

I shall not lay low

I will go with the flow

I shall be nature's best friend

I'll meet each morning until day's end

I shall be kind to each person I meet

I shall stand steady on my feet

With each new day

I shall always find a way

To make every day the best

And do the same for the rest

I won't falter, I won't fail

I will hammer down on each nail

I have the power to be

The very best of me

A poem for those who are struggling with everyday.

You have the strength to move ahead and be the best

you can be. Don't look at anyone else and where

they are. This is your journey, and you can go at

any pace you want to. You can be anyone you

want to be. Do it! I have faith in you.

Does this piece fit over there?
I know it should go somewhere
It looks as though it should go
But it doesn’t fit the way I know

Some pieces look out of place
You see it has a purple trace
It almost fits but doesn’t quite
But that’s how I take in the sight

There’s missing pieces, maybe on the floor
Or someone carried it out the door
There’s always something missing here
It could be close, it could be near

Life and a jigsaw puzzle are similar in ways
Sometimes it seems things are out of place
Only when it’s almost done, do we know
Where the pieces fit in, where each will go

We see the bigger picture, of all that will be
And it all makes sense when we hold the key
We fit in the pieces, where they will go
Once they’re together, then we will know

We never see the bigger picture until all the pieces are in

The Recluse

Too much solitude can cause your eyes not to see
All the beautiful things in this world that surround thee
You are not free to fly, your restrictions limit you
Earthbound with a ball and chain, wrapped around your shoe

Get out of your room, get out of that place
Let the world know your spirit, let us see your face
Dance a little, dance a lot
Show the world what you’ve got

I know you can dance
Just give life a chance
Don’t live your life on the inside
When beauty is found far and wide

The sun is shining, feel the love
See the clouds, passing above
There are birds, up in the tree
The love you feel, will set you free

The squirrel scurrying by your feet
Nature’s creatures are hard to beat
The butterflies dancing around your face
These things in life are hard to replace

Take advantage and grab the day
When the sun shines your way
Don’t sit there in your gloom
Get up and get out of your room

Life is too short to miss out on seeing the beauty,

get outside and enjoy the sunshine, and nature's creatures.

There is more out there, if you are aware.

Open up your senses, and smile.

Timing is everything in everything you do
There’s always “the right time” that’ll happen for you
When that time arrives, you will be aware
There might even be someone, with whom you can share

Sometimes it’s a sight you need to capture right away
That’s only there at a certain time of the day
I use my trusty camera and snap a shot before it’ll disappear
Moments it is gone, but my picture comes out clear

Other times a move somewhere has to be timed just right
Patience is needed, so you have to hold on tight
All will work out if it’s meant to be
Just take the time to feel it out gradually

There are even times when you can plan more than one thing when you do
Such as stopping at several places that works out right for you
Get it all done at once, instead of a little every day
Timing can be perfect, and you chose it the right way

Remember you’ll always know when it’s the right time
By following your heart, your soul, and your mind
If one of those three doesn’t feel right to you
Maybe the timing is all wrong for what you wish to do

It was the right time to write this poem for you to read about the right time.

Always remember if it feels right, and all fits into place, then it is the right time.

But you must remember that even if it is the right time at the right time,

time changes, and all that was once right in time changes into a totally different direction into what might be wrong.

The Ring Bearer

Each of us are Ring Bearers, like Frodo in LORD OF THE RINGS

We must always use the gift of life, with everything it brings

Each of us bear rings, on life's journey, on life's quest

We must always take our time, to always do our best

At a point in time, each of us must leave our home, the Shire

And set forth on an adventure, and seek what we desire

It's our rings we carry, that we must always bear

But on this quest we travel, many friends are there

They will be there for you, when danger is at hand

Battling the dark forces of the Wraiths, together you will stand

The darkness won't prevail, where there is so much light

Within the company of friends, that carries a lot of might

Some will come along, and try to take your ring away

Others will protect and keep you safe, every night and day

Some are in your life, for their own selfish reason

Others will not leave your side, no matter what the season

Your sword is glowing blue, which means the evil Orcs are nearby

With your sword drawn and ready, you hear your friend's battle cry

Sometimes you'll be injured, from the enemies that you face

With the love that protects you, the armor is well in place

Although your ring may help you, it causes darkness to find you too

But once the quest is over, you'll be relieved that it is through

Sometimes it seems so heavy, to carry and bear your ring

It is your weight and destiny, for the returning of the king

We each carry our own ring, to cast into the fires of Mount Doom

An easy road to travel in life, is something we can't always assume

You and your friends, took on the evil, for all that you could take

The dark forces found out, that, you are one hard Hobbit to break

Sometimes in life, we must follow the role of a Hobbit to survive

The Room

What lurks beyond the room

Well, one can only assume

One must take a dare

And walk down every stair

Take another step, quickly right ahead

Follow every move, where your feet are lead

Before you get too nervous, look at where you are

You've made it past the Dining room, doing good so far

Now walk a little further, and you will see

The Living room, is the next place you will be

You're doing better, than you've ever done before

Now take some more steps, there's the front door

Open up the door, and take a step outside

You're on the front porch, with your feet as your guide

You've done this before, so down the stairs you go

I thought you were going, now I don't know

Why are you coming back in, so quickly to your room

As if something was after you, I can only assume

Well, it's none of my business, just do as you like

Wait a minute, did I just see some lightning strike

It's best to stay in this room, just like you did before

There's thunder and lightning, outside the front door

It's enjoyable to watch Lightning and hear the thunder

when you are on the inside. For some of us, it's a bit

scarier when we are out in it. Some say it isn't dangerous,

while others say, it can hit you easily. As a kid it didn't

bother me, being out in it. But these days, I'd rather be

inside looking out at it.

Rumors are like a game
Different versions of the same
It gets passed around to everyone
Some rules are changed when it is done

You roll the dice, you get a score
But the rules include so much more
Not five dice, but six dice instead
It’s on the internet, it’s what I read

Five dice is what I was taught
It’s the only way is what I thought
When I play the game with you
It’s the only way that I knew

Maybe that’s how a new game begins
You throw the dice and everyone wins
You roll the bones to play
And the rules seem to be okay

It’s great to enjoy and have some fun
But changes are made by everyone
Just remember not everyone plays the same
When playing by The Rules Of The Game

Life is like rules, we each have different ways of playing the game

of life, but it takes us to the same destination.

Many times the rumors spread
Not sure what was heard or said
Yet we count it as being true
But then again, we never knew

We need to get the story straight
Before a rumor’s out and it’s too late
Now we’ve all made mistakes before
I’m sure there will be many more

I ask that you don’t believe all they say
Unless the source is checked in every way
Sometimes the story can spread like fire
And changes fast, and you become a liar

I try my best to share what I know
I learn from my mistakes, and I grow
I’m far from perfect, but aren’t we all
We do our best when we hear the call

So as you read my poetry
Remember that it came from me
And as you do, you should also know
Just because it’s written, doesn’t make it so
Only you can choose what to believe
What to take in, and what to leave

The School Of Life

We are here to remember all of those

Who are now in the place where everyone goes

They have journeyed far, but couldn't be here today

But we know their spirits, aren't far away

Known to us, they were in our class

Who would've thought, that we'd outlast

Their lives were cut, and now they're gone

But we remember them, in this song

In the school of life, we are taught and we learn

To do our best, for every way we turn

In hopes that the light, will carry us through

With the end result, making a better you

Study the books, and make a mental note

Of these words here, that the author wrote

Those who have left, continue in school

Beyond this world, under the Heavenly rule

For the spirit is ageless, as time passes by

When the human vessel ceases, causing tears in our eyes

We will remember them, and their mark upon this Earth

And cherish their presence, and honor their worth

The Spoken Word

Watch what you say, when your words are spoken

They can cut others deeply, and hearts will be broken

Don't be so bitter, with such a display

If you don't like them, ignore them I say

Think of yourself, when your words reach the air

That here is a person, who's not thinking fair

You're not like them, they're not like you

Do you really know, just what they've been through

Think for a moment, of this thoughtless deed

That can cut the soul deep, and make their heart bleed

Did you ever have a word spoken, that bothered you

Even though you knew, that it wasn't true

Think! You can't take these words back

And it shows the consideration that you lack

Just when you thought they were the fool

They've been used, as if they were your tool

Don't say anything, if your mind is filled with hate

For senseless words is not a good trait

So remember the words, that might be heard

And use your head wisely, with The Spoken Word

The Swinger

She was just swinging, alone there in the park

I rode my bike by, as it was pretty dark

It made me wonder, as I saw her there

Just how many people, swing from everywhere

I use to swing, when I was just a kid

I'd like to think as children, everybody did

It gives you a good feeling, swinging on the swings

A breeze that hits your body, that each new motion brings

Exhilaration, caught up in the swing

Moving to and fro, loving everything

Such a great feeling, as I swing about

Makes me feel so happy, I just want to shout

As the days went by, I didn't see her there

The days got cooler, so she didn't need that air

I wondered what she did, when she didn't swing

What gave her a good feeling, what made her sing

Then one night it was dark, as I was riding by

There she was in a jacket, and she was swinging high

I'm not sure why, it affected me like it did

Maybe it's because I knew, what it was like to be a kid

The Swing set was over at the new old Franklin School, which is

now a church. This girl would be over there, swinging.

I am guessing she must live across the street somewhere.

She sure enjoyed swinging, and she was there often.

Each of our life’s journey, is like a tapestry
Interwoven by the many threads, that become our destiny
The journey we’ve taken is a picture that’ll show
When we reach the journey’s end, we’ll know

What will be in your tapestry?
Everything in your life, you want it to be!
You weave your tapestry of life every day
And the threads that are woven and what it will say

What best represents you will show
With each thread you weave, it’ll grow
Each tapestry is different than the others that you see
For each of us, our lives follow a different destiny

It’ll show who we are, and what we’ve been through
And through the many people, that we’ve come to know
Some will be bigger, and some will be small
Put on display, among the many pictures in the hall

Follow your path, and weave with the thread
Make all good moves, and watch what is said
Time will show us, the picture that we weave
The Tapestry Of Life, until it’s our turn to leave

The Tapestry Of Life is woven by each of us by everything we do. With the way we treat others, the acts of kindness we do, the smile we give to others, and the appreciation we show for what they do also. It can be very beautiful if we are willing to make the effort to weave it the right way. I’d like to think that my Tapestry would be a beautiful one that I can place upon my wall and admire for the many years to come.

The Tree Of Life

As the Tree Of Life strengthens, and grows upwards to the sky

We grow stronger internally, striving for knowledge until we die

Craving wisdom and new experiences, as we move along

As the branches sway, to a brand new song

Bringing positive energy, and good health to you

A brighter future, in all the things you do

Genealogical relationships, will grow and branch out

Life's evolution is grand, let's celebrate and shout

Be grounded, connect to your inner being

Feel nature's beauty, with everything you're seeing

Let your faith guide you, let its strength be your key

Reach higher with your branches, becoming who you'll be

Your roots go very deep, into the ground

Nourish them well, keeping them Earth bound

Let your bark be strong, let your voice be heard

Keep steady on your feet, speak careful every word

The branches will move, carried by the wind that blows

Your soul will be the captain, of everywhere it goes

Let love be the inspiration, in all that you will do

With The Tree Of Life, let all things remain true

You are the tree, and the life is yours. Be good to

yourself and you will go far.

The Trials Of Love

So many plans were put into play

How could it have turned out this way

A beautiful daughter should have both parents on hand

A new home to move into, to make life more grand

How could she do this to us, or to me

I don't understand, how could this be

How could she go off with another, when I've done my best

God, why did this happen, is this some sort of test?

My son, the trials of humanity is always a test

I've always known that you've done your best

You see, it is not you who have failed

It was her path to stray, it was she who had bailed

She's a lost soul, looking for answers elsewhere

For what she's done, she's quite unaware

Have faith, and take comfort in the daughter you hold near

Be strong, stand tall, and let go of all your fear

All will turn out better in the end

Watch for all the signs I send

Thank you God, I'll surely try

I know with your guidance, I'll get by

I'll not let the darkness, take over me

I'll shine much brighter, if I let it be

I'll pray for her, that she finds her way

Now that I know why, she had to stray

I'll do my best, for the daughter I love

And keep all things positive, with all I think of

Sometimes we find a love that we think will never end.

Yet something comes along and changes it forever.

Even though when these changes come, and we feel we

are in a dark tunnel. There is light at the end, and you

must first finish going through the dark tunnel until you

see the light. The light will eventually come, and your

life will go on. And love will find you again when you

least expect it to. I know, because it also happened to me.

The Ugly Head Of Jealousy

When Jealousy, raises its ugly head

Words should be spoken, but are left unsaid

Don't let the doubts, leave you insecure

Talk it all over, so you can be sure

Don't let it fester, so deep inside

Step away, from your foolish pride

Speak the words, you need to say

Don't let it continue, on the same way

You may be worrying, for no reason at all

And beating your head, against a brick wall

Let all of those green thoughts, be part of a rainbow

With butterflies and birds flying, until you really know

Open up the subject to discover, and surely find out

Don't let your soul, continue to ache and shout

When jealousy raises, its ugly head

Scare it away, with your love instead

The Walk Of Life

Your Walk Of Life will bring you many places

Countless people with so many various faces

Experiences that only you will know

Lessons that will help you grow

The journey of the soul and mind

So many treasures you will find

Some in the open, and some will be hidden

But only you can judge what is forbidden

What feels right for you, only you will know

And it'll guide you where your path will go

If you build your walls up too high

You'll stop the pain from making you cry

All expressions are for you to live through

Releasing emotions will evolve into a better you

Release is important, it's poisons set free

It stops all the damage inside your body

In the Walk Of Life, take care in all you do

And you'll find so many things will come through

In the Walk Of Life, treat your fellow creatures kind

And it's true spiritual love that you will find

The Web Of Love

There's so many more

Than there ever was before

Some too hard to ignore

Many hide their true core

They pretend to be

What they want us to see

The internet are our eyes

The love sought is in disguise

Believe in our love they say

Yet they are so far away

How can two people connect

When the love is not direct

How will you ever find

Love, when your heart is blind

They say love takes time

I say love is a crime

Stolen hearts, shattered souls

Daydreaming, to where no one goes

Everyone wants to believe

All the words they receive

But broken hearts bleed

When they are deceived

Where will it lead

Honesty is what you need

This is about all the people who search for love on the internet,

only to find lies and people pretending to be what they aren't.

The Word

High up in the mountains, there lives a little bird

And if you listen closely, you will hear the word

You wonder what the word is, that had been said

It's to follow where, your heart and soul are lead

Listen to your inner spirit, and know that what you do

Is being watched from above, and they are guiding you

Never stop to ponder, on what could go wrong

Life is never perfect, you are where you belong

Tears and stress will come, no matter where you are

Take pleasure in the happy times, so it won't leave a scar

Breathe the air, that surrounds you every day

Never hold the words, that you need to say

Take part in everything, that happens all around

Let the moment come to you, wherever you are found

Don't search for something, that you'll never find

In the silence that is peaceful, open up your mind

Visions dance around, as the bird takes flight

Messages and guidance, guide you to the light

You are of the universe, a special person in a special place

To always do your very best, with everything you face

The World Has Changed

Over the last few years, the world sure has changed

With politics and viruses, it sure seems so deranged

People against people, you see it here and there

Lies and deception, are happening everywhere

Many people don't even see, what's before their eyes

What keeps on growing, are those terrible lies

When you do something wrong, justice should be paid

Yet it keeps getting worse, it just won't fade

Fighting for their rights, they sing a battle song

All the leader wants, is to right what's been wrong

You may see this differently, but I'll tell you what I see

A world that has gone backwards, into history

We shouldn't be fighting each other, the truth is plain to know

Yet stupidity is found everywhere, how will we ever grow

In years to come, they'll study what has happened here today

And find out what went wrong, someone will have to pay

For now I think we need to get wise, our future is on trial

So once again we'll have peace, and we can all smile

Study all that's happened, facts are all right there

The world has changed, and it should be better everywhere

When something happens that shouldn't have happened, then

something isn't right. Anyone who believes in the riot that hit

Washington DC, needs to think again. The Covid virus should

never have been, and yet it happened. If we had been warned

by our leader, we could have prevented a lot of the many deaths

that it caused and will cause. It's common sense, use it.

Their Gift

There isn't a greater gift

Than to give another soul a lift

Up far off the ground, in the air

Let them know what you see, and that you care

Sometimes we forget, what our good qualities are

And we need someone to look at them from afar

Someone who can see and feel it inside

Someone who knows how hard we tried

They know our faults, but to them are blind

Someone who touches the soul and the mind

Someone we know is always there

So we can spend time and we can share

This person knows just the right words to say

The right time too, to make your day

They know very well, how to use their gift

To reach out, and give your soul a lift

Thank you all my friends for sharing your gift with me!!

Their Life's Story

So many people pass away that I know

Time goes by, where does it go

We often appreciate them way too late

When we should honor them because time won't wait

Oh what a story to be told

Of their life as they grew old

The struggles that they had to endure

The accomplishments when they were sure

The family that they knew so well

Special friends who knew their inner hell

Such an individual was this soul

Someone we would all like to know

While they lived I wish I knew

Their Life's Story to help me through

I hope their Crossing was safe and free

Because their life's story inspired me

Heaven calls them all back home

But when they leave they aren't alone

Spirits of a loved one helps them through

As Angels guide the souls that you knew

I wrote this one this morning before I even heard that

Bill Lancour passed. I'm dedicating this poem to the many

recently who passed. To Bill Lancour and here at the Tower there was Larry,

Marilyn McGuinness, Lon Perry, & Mary Jo.

We shall miss each of you.

There's Always Good Things

Even with the bad things happening today

There's always good things that come our way

If you look all around

The best in life, can be found

For me, it's nature, the birds in the tree

It does something special to me

A butterfly, so beautiful, flying by

Catches my attention, in front of my eye

A bike ride by the water, people having fun

Out on the water, fishing in the sun

On a Paddle Board, or flying a kite

To me, I'll tell you, it's quite a sight

The Song Sparrow, singing his song

A Robin on the ground, walking along

A chipmunk, running through the grass

Someone on their bicycle, just going pass

These are the things, that I like to see

When I spend a nice day, and set my soul free

Even with the bad things, happening today

There's always good things, that come our way

There are always good things, among any bad things.

In fact, these days, the best things mean even more.

Because you are here now, to enjoy them. So please

take advantage of that time, and enjoy them.

These Changes

I've grown to see things differently

They aren't the same as they use to be

As I change, I don't perceive them the same way

It takes years to realize, not just one day

I reread a book that I read before

Yet inside the words said so much more

It was the same book I read long ago

My feelings had changed for this book I know

We mature with each year that goes by

Things that normally wouldn't, now makes us cry

We can laugh at things that we never use to

Everyday things are what helps us through

When I was younger, there were things I'd not seen

Now the sky is so blue, and the grass is so green

They call to me in whispers in my ear

So I take a photo before they disappear

With each day that we see through our eyes

We learn as we grow and that makes us wise

I find that these changes have a message to say

That we grow even better with these changes each day

Changes change us for the better. We look at things we

saw at one time when we were younger, and we see them

differently. As we change, so is the world around us.

Many times we see even more than we once did.

Whatever the changes are, it sure does make life

more interesting. And so changes are good.

They Took Her Away
© by Bud Lemire on April 8, 2010

They took her away
There was nothing we can do or say
They had control over where she went
Far away is where she was sent

She was a very special soul
Yet her mind just wasn’t whole
She was caring, good, and kind
But the disease affected her mind

Why some children are selfish, I’ll never know
Only thinking of themselves, and having more dough
Their Mother raised them to be good and kind
Makes me wonder, maybe it’s them that’s losing their mind

From her home here, they took her far away
To a place she doesn’t know, where’ll she have to stay
We may never see her again, they excluded her friends here
If they did the right thing, they would have kept her near

Her sister never even got a chance to say goodbye
Cleaning up her apartment, she took the time to cry
Not sure why this happened, but it just isn’t right
Morally these values, aren’t seen within the light
I hope a lesson will be learned, somewhere and someday
If perhaps in life you find, someone’s been taken away

This world is getting so money hungry. Everybody wants money. When did money win over doing the right thing morally take second place. The one who took care of you all your life and loved you, should be honored and given the very best of care until their life here is done. This is for you Lois, may the spirits that guide you, keep you safe until you reach the end of your journey here on earth.

Things We Need To Let Go

Get rid of things, that are no longer in style

Update your way of life, and do it with a smile

Changes come along, time to change the show

All through life, there are things we need to let go

The TV doesn't work, there's no picture on the screen

Just a light comes on, and it is just green

Time to get a new one, and they're so much bigger too

It'll be nice to get another one, and it will be brand new

My stereo isn't playing, its gone on the blink

I can't play my music, and boy does that stink

Time I get rid of it, I've had it quite awhile

Maybe I can update it, to a modern style

My bed is way too small, I could use a bigger bed

My feet hang out, and I always bang my head

The pillows are good, they seem to be alright

I tend to get a good sleep, almost every night

My headphones cracked, they don't fit right any more

Ear buds are okay, but they make my ears feel sore

Time to get some new ones, this I really know

In life there's always, things we need to let go

I fixed my stereo, so I am keeping it. I got rid of my

Entertainment Center, and have little tables. I find as

I get older, I prefer dealing with smaller things. I am

happy with the way things look now. Isn't it true though,

we hold onto things way too long, and we must get rid

of the things when they no longer have meaning in our

lives. Changes occur all the time throughout our lifetime.

Think Positive

Every day think positive

Each moment that you live

Don't let negative be your friend

Let all those dark thoughts end

Don't look down, look up high

See the beauty seen in the sky

See the birds as they fly and sing

Don't stop believing in everything

Have a dream, make it real

Know it's true, everything you feel

Don't stop reaching for what you desire

Remember you're the one you should admire

Think of yourself as number one

Always deserving of some fun

You are worthy of what comes your way

All great things from day to day

Depressing thoughts can bring you down

And it's no fun to wear a frown

With each moment that you live

Try your best to Think Positive

Life can bring on depressing thoughts.

Stress and so much more enters our lives.

Ease back, let it pass over and by you.

Thinking positive helps.

The depression is put in your mind,

and can be changed into something good.

In fact something truly wonderful. I believe

you can change it into something that is

much better and greater for you. With just

a thought change, it can become positive.

I believe in you. Believe in yourself.

This next one is a different one

Think Positive

I say, I jump, I dance around

Get your feet back on the ground

Find something you love to do

Find some peace and the inner you.

Don't let life's trials bring you down

You're much better without a frown

Have faith in yourself today

Let angry faults fade away.

Life is a struggle but you'll survive

You're a human, and you're alive

This Life

In this life, we are given love that is the best

To travel down each road, and meet every test

We handle anything, that comes our way

And smile, and let the sun shine every day

But sometimes this life, is on shaky ground

This is when tears come, and when love is all around

For this life is short, and time can go so fast

To appreciate all we have, because it doesn't last

We learn to give love, to the weak and to the strong

We find out the difference, between what's right and what's wrong

And we help others, as they travel down their road

Our loving friendship, to help them carry their load

We are blessed in this life, to have so much love

And to share it with those, who have the cry of the dove

Their wings are broken, and they can no longer fly

They have traveled far in this life, but now they just get by

Their pain is real, and we feel it too

In this life, we give our love to help them to get through

We comfort them, and lessen all their pain

Until the day they fly again, to the Heavenly domain

With a heart so loving, I find it feels so wonderful

in this life to help others who need a hand, or just

some friendly advice, or just a smiling face to talk

to. For we all have those days when life seems to

be harder, and we all need a friend to share our

burdens with. Their presence is so uplifting.

This World Of Madness

Why does it seem, that the world's gone insane

When there are so many people, living in pain

They struggle in their lives, to get by each day

When the love that they need, is so far away

Their past comes to haunt them, a slap in the face

And it seems in this world, there is no safe place

For negative forces, are to be found everywhere

And it feels like life, can be so unkind, so unfair

Not only in the world, but found right in our own backyard

For sometimes it seems, we are holding the Joker card

Its evil laugh, makes us suffer in sadness

And we wonder what happens, to cause such a madness

Can we let justice, be the injustice for all

Do we stand up for ourselves, or do we fall

I think everything in life, should be fair

But there are some people, who don't seem to care

Where is equality, for those who give all their best

They struggled so hard for peace, when can they rest

For those who are guilty, always roam free

In this world of madness, this shouldn't be

On the journey of life, many people pass our way
Adding so much, to each and every day
Some stay for a short time, some for quite awhile
They leave us with an impression, they leave us with a smile

Some leave, never to return
But there’s always so much we can learn
They leave us with a wonderful thought
Of all the things that they had brought

Memories that we can look back upon
Like the words found in a touching song
They play over and over in our mind
Bringing us back to that special time

A vision appears and we can see
When we last saw them, in our memory
Some have passed, some moved away
Some journeys end, some begin anew each day

For us, how can we forget
Those special people that we have met
We can look back and we will always know
Those Who Pass Our Way, wherever we go

I dedicate this poem to Eric Lemire of Charbuy France, a friend and cousin who passed away on January 21, 2009. I also dedicate this to all the other people who have passed through my life, and made a big impression.

Through The Cemetery

As I ride my bike through this Cemetery

It doesn't matter how big our burden is to carry

Sometimes we may think we're alone

We're being guided by our friends back home

They travel in spirit down life's journey with us

All we got to do is have faith and have trust

And know that we'll make it there

With guidance from friends that care

They see every move we make

They feel our pain when we ache

They know the struggle we go through

And they know everything that we do

Life isn't easy, but we need to learn as we go

Picking up things that we need to know

As we travel life's road, a challenge will be

Responding to all the things that we see

I know they aren't humanly near

Yet I believe they whisper in my ear

I know their presence is always close by

Because humans may cease, but spirits don't die

Some words that came to me as I was riding through the cemetery

Time Away

Sometimes we need time away

From the things that happen every day

Time to see things, time to think

Time to breathe, reconnect a link

A bigger picture will form in your head

All the actions, everything that was said

Things that didn't make sense before

Will appear to you like an open door

You'll know exactly where to be

What to do and what you'll see

You'll feel what you needed to feel

The veil will behold all that is real

Inside of you beats a wonderful heart

Everyone and everything plays a special part

Listen closely to your soul

It is what will make you whole

Breathe in, breathe out, feeling free

With eyes wide open to all you see

A bigger part of what will be

The opened door, you hold the key

Sometimes we need the time away

To understand things that happen every day

We need time away from our daily routine,

to think, to breathe, to understand from afar.

To clear out our minds and see the bigger picture.

To know where we need to be and what we need to do.

To get rid of the negative and believe in the positive.

Time Capsule

In two hundred years or more, nobody will know me

I wonder if anyone will ask, “who was she?”

When they look at my grave

Will they rant or will they rave

Will they wonder, about the life I lead

Or ignore me, and walk by my cemetery bed

I wonder if I made a Time Capsule, and buried it somewhere

Would they be interested, or would they even care

I'm sure if a relative, was doing our family tree

And they stumbled upon me, in their genealogy

They might wonder who I could be

And want to know, a little more about me

I'd be living my life, in the spirit world at that time

They'd be living their life, and be in their prime

Do you ever walk through the Cemetery

And wonder who the people are that they bury

Some names are familiar, some are unknown

Dates of their births and deaths, are always shown

Someone put flowers, right by that stone

Even though by now, they are all bone

In Two Hundred years or more, will anyone wonder who I am

Will they look at my grave and think “who were you Ma'am?”

I often wonder, if I am the only one who walks through

the cemetery, wondering about all the people who have

passed and are buried there. Who were they? I remember

not long ago someone posting something and it said

“just think, in 200 years from now, nobody will

know who you are.” I love the feeling that people

do know me. Even if not personally.

Time Is Patience

Time is patience, we wait for so many things

To see what in our life, our destiny brings

Sometimes it's love that we're waiting for

Or the right time to step through a door

The wait can weigh heavily if it's too long

Believe in your soul, your spirit is strong

Don't give up the wait, but do take the time

Making each moment count, while waiting in line

Let your mind wander to things most enjoyed

Sorrow and anger are a must to avoid

Let love fill your soul, and surround you outside

Your life carries on, you're along for the ride

Take on the beauty of each passing scene

And the pleasures you lived through in between

From beginning to end, there's so much to see

While the time draws nearer, of all it can be

Opportunities arrive, we must choose the best one

And do what we can, until our time is done

Time is patience, we wait for so many things

Our thoughts are a key factor, to what our destiny brings

Time Takes A Hold

This is what happens when time takes a hold of you

You find yourself heading somewhere you never knew

Into the future and older with each passing year

Tell me now, does your life become more clear

Is there anything you would change if you could?

If you could, I wonder if you really would

You pick the path that leads you to this place

The roads traveled, like wrinkles upon your face

You've aged, but you've also grown

Wisdom gained with all you've known

Even with the pain you must face each day

The soul inside you will find another way

You're stronger than you know

If you listen to your soul

It will show you the path that's right

When you can't see, it'll be the light

The future becomes the past

And today will never last

Time is moving all around

Where you are is where you'll be found

Each decision is your choice to make

The journey you're on is yours to take

Choose wisely, don't look back with regret

Calm your soul, no need to be upset

Your soul will warm you when you feel cold

You'll understand and accept everything, when Time Takes A Hold

When Time Takes A Hold, which it does every moment that you live. All you can do is just flow with it, and let it take you where it will. Is your life where you want it to be? Are you happy with who you've become? Time can change you, but you can also change time. It's never too late as long as you live and breathe. If you don't like who you are, then be someone you like. If you don't like where you are, then be somewhere you like to be. If you don't like who you're with, then be with someone you like. Time is in your hands. You're in control of everything that flows around you in the stream of time. Don't waste time wondering what could have been, do it now. This time will never come again.

To Be Free

What I want is for you to be

Able to do what you want, to be free

No one telling you what to do

Just the person you are, being you

I don't believe anyone should be in control

When you are free to choose, it makes you whole

No one should be throwing things around

Nor hiding scared in your room without a sound

Being yourself is being true

All I want is you to be you

I don't like to know you're in a bad place

With a frown and tears upon your face

I want laughter and to see you smile

To enjoy your company for quite awhile

No one should be told to be silent

That's not the way a life should be spent

No one should always have to be on guard

In their own home, it's just too hard

What I want is for you to be

Able to do what you want, to be free

Nobody should be a prisoner and a slave

in their own home. They should be free to

do what they want, and be who they wish to

be. Giving freely, and living freely. With the

one you are with, both should respect the other.

Nobody should be taken for granted and degraded.

Everyone is precious and has value. Everyone should

be free to be, who they are and wish to be.

To Help You Through

I am here to help you through

All places that you're going to

Your life will have its ups and downs

There will be smiles and there will be frowns

But I'll be there, every step with you

To guide your way, to help you through

I'll give you strength when you feel weak

And give you hope when you feel bleak

I'll lift your spirit so very high

When you are sad and want to cry

I'll bring that smile upon your face

Make no mistake, I'll touch you with grace

And when you think there is no hope

I'll come around to help you cope

When you're struggling and life's no fun

You'll shine within, when we are one

You owe it to yourself, to know what's true

Your spiritual side is a big part of you

All places that you're going to

I'll always be there, to help you through

Too Much Perfume

Just a dab will do you

Don't need to bathe in it too

The smell is way too strong

The scent leaves an aroma too long

In my apartment, it is there

It's for you, not to share

We may not like what you wear there

Especially when the smell is everywhere

Take a shower with water and soap

Perfume too strong is hard for us to cope

We smell it every time you go by

In our apartment, so you should try

To you, here is my advice

Much less perfume would be nice

Cleaning fluid and flowers mixed together

Is a terrible gagging smell of displeasure

Your perfume is not what I want to wear

It's all over, a disgusting smell in the air

I'd love to be able to smell the clean fresh air

Without the smell of your perfume everywhere

Just as we don't always like the same foods, it's

the same with what we smell. The smell wouldn't

be as bad, but it is way too strong. You truly don't

need to take a bath in it. Just a little dab is enough.

I'd almost prefer the stink of perspiration over that

strong disgusting smell of perfume that smells like

cleaning detergent mixed with flowers. It sets my

gag reflex into action, and when I am eating, I can't

taste my food. It just flows into my apartment and

even the open window won't get rid of it easy. C'mon, is

your nose so bad you can't smell how much you

are putting on. Disgusting!

Sometimes the normal things are taken for granted
Exactly wherever our feet are planted
In a place where we think we’ll always be
Never thinking about an upcoming tragedy
But life has a way of hitting us at a time
When we aren’t really looking for any sign
A fire strikes, a flood happens, or a tornado
It happens whenever, you just never know

The things you treasured the most are taken away
And it could happen on any old day
Just when things seem so bleak
And you feel the tragedy has left you weak

There is hope
To help you cope
There is faith
For you to embrace

There is more to life than the material things
It’s the people you touch, and the feelings it brings
So often we live to have more to own
But in the end, we leave this world alone

We can’t take them with us, when we go
But we carry their memories, within our soul
The tragedy has come, and made us stronger
Even though we don’t have them any longer
Sometimes the tragedies can be blessings
As we learn about life through all of our lessons

Still a loss is a loss, and we wish we still had them.

But our soul learns to go on.

With hope, faith, and love as our guide.

Tranquility

Tranquility

Is good for me

So easily

Watching TV

So peaceful here

Good atmosphere

Mind thinking clear

Nothing to fear

A calming to my soul

A good feeling to know

To relax and feel

All things that are real

Gentle as can be

Inside of me

Spirit take control

Tranquil within my soul

Two Sides To Know

Calm my soul, when my human side's angry

Open a window, and let me see

Show me, what's needed here

So I can live, with a little less fear

Give me strength, to carry on each day

To always do my best, show me the way

Sometimes I worry, a little too much

And forget to allow, the feel of your touch

But in the peace and quiet air

I always find your presence there

I makes me feel so complete

I know your love, when we don't speak

Life ever learning, Two Sides To Know

Human and Spirit, and a lifetime to grow

Feeling and feelings, found within me

A soul's journey, of all that can be

Sometimes when we are feeling a bit off.

We can reach within and know that we

are connected to the greater Universe.

The God connection with all spirits.

The Soul connection deep within. And

it will help us find our true selves.

Tying Up Loose Ends

Some people get so very sick

And pass away way too quick

Many of them don't get a chance to do and say

Much of what they need to before they pass away

Things that they should have done

Arguments they might have had with someone

Maybe a project they wanted to complete

Before the end that they did meet

It's not good to hold a grudge

When one of you just won't budge

Forgiveness is the way to go

Life's too short for a feuding show

On the Other Side, you'll review your lessons here on Earth

From the day you passed, going all the way back to your birth

Was there anything you could have changed

Something that could have been rearranged

Do it before your time comes to an end

Cherish each moment and the time you spend

Regrets should not follow you when you go

Finish the things that only you know

Is there someone you had an argument with?

Make up with them and forgive them. We carry

those feelings with us and are forever wishing we

had done something while we were here. Is there

something you want to do before you pass. Do it

as soon as you can. Don't wait. Time goes by very

fast and tomorrow never comes, because when it gets

here, it is today, and when it passes, it is yesterday. So

do it today, so you won't have any regrets when it's your

time to go. Heaven may call you Home at anytime.

Unanswered Questions

Unanswered Questions, are the ones you never ask

The ones you should have, but weren't up to the task

Not the most important ones, but the ones in which you dwell

The ones that make you wonder, but nobody would share or tell

Why did that happen, to that woman that you know?

What happened to that man, why did they let him go?

Why are they doing this, why are they doing that?

Why did she get a dog, when she should have had a cat?

Why did the manager, tell her what he did?

Someone said he yelled, and really blew his lid

It's these kind of questions, that make you wonder

Too afraid to intrude, in case it brings on thunder

The one who it's about, will answer the correct one

Then you know it's true, your wondering is done

Questioning things in your life, is the way to be

Sometimes you get the answers, much more easily

We all have unanswered questions going through our heads.

Sometimes we find out the answers, and other times we never

do in our lifetime.

Universal Blessings

As you journey through your life, there are many lessons

They'll take a lot out of you, but they'll be Universal Blessings

Sometimes thoughts will come, as you gaze at the moon

Will the love of your life, be finding you soon

So many questions, and still we wonder why

Why the ones we love, always have to die

There will always be the unknown, wherever we go

Things that are unseen, but they will help us grow

At the time we think, oh what a curse

And think that things, couldn't get any worse

In the end, we'll understand the lessons

And recognize them as Universal Blessings

Beware of what you ask for

Because you'll receive even more

The Universe knows your very needs

So watch what you plant, careful what seeds

Go on your journey, remember you're not alone

Watch for every sign, be aware of what is shown

Remember you're here to learn the lessons

In the end, you'll receive Universal Blessings

Those Universal Blessings come to us all.

We must be alert and watch for them, and

embrace them and grow from them.

Universal Treasures

I use to think of success as how much money you made

Every now and then I'd get a little more when paid

Money is nice to have, yet I felt that life was more

I searched within myself and found an opened door

Life for me, was just getting by

Other things in life was what got me high

A little extra money, is all that I need

Before I knew it, I had planted the seed

It grew to be a flower, with many petals on it too

And within this flower, my soul also grew

Human life teaches you, that money is the key

But I believe there's much more that you can be

The Treasures of the Universe, are often never seen

Only if you take the time, to see what's in between

Move slowly, look around, you'll see so much more

Once your visions opened, you never will ignore

Seeing the beauty around you, appreciating it too

Is a treasured feeling, which will help you through

The creatures that live here, have a part to play

Recognizing their value, every single day

In this world, we need a certain amount of money to live

But the value of the soul, is in how much that we give

Too many people rush through life working their lives

away just to make the money they want and need. I've

balanced my life so I have equal amounts of both. This

way I can look and see so much more around me. I can

feel so much more within me. I can be so much more,

and have so much more, with less.

Walk The Walk

Every one of us must walk the walk

Express ourselves, and talk the talk

We must learn, and we must teach

And it’s a new understanding, we must reach

To know when and where

Life can bring us there

Wherever it is we go

There’s always something to know

When the water of knowledge, nourishes our soul

It’ll keep us strong, and will help us grow

When our spirit stands strong

How can we, ever go wrong

New seeds will be sown

Of all we’ve ever known

From this is a new start

A fresh feeling for your heart

When we walk the walk

Speak our minds with talk

Understand as we learn

New experiences at every turn

Wasted Moments

Looking back on your life, we've all wasted time

Did things unimportant, which crossed our mind

In those wasted moments, if we could go back and change

Would you do it, even though it sounds strange

In our lifetime, time passes so very fast

The moments we have, never seem to last

If we could change, those wasted moments we had

Give them more meaning, so it wouldn't be so bad

I'm talking about the time, you sat on a porch drinking beer

While your Mom sat alone, ready to leave her life here

We have all been guilty of doing this

Then we curse, because it's them that we miss

Wasted moments, they come to us each

We've all had them, what is it they teach

Should have done this, but you didn't do

Too busy with something, and it passed through

Wasted moments, is not to be confused with “Time For You”

We all need time for ourselves, to do what we do

Wasted time is doing something, when other things are a priority

When the chance is missed, and will never again be

I am not talking about the moments you take to have fun,

like watch TV, play games, enjoy nature, etc. I am

talking about the time when you should be doing

something that may never come again. If you

don't visit Mom, she will pass, and you will feel

guilty about not going to see her. Think about

the things going on in your life, and do the

things that won't make you regret not

doing them.

Waves Upon The Shore

Just like the waves upon the shore

Your life changes and you become more

Like the changing of your mind

You see life from a different point in time

Oh how you've grown to be

Things before, that you couldn't see

Eyes opened wide, to a new sight

So much brighter, surrounded by the light

Time changes for everyone

Until your life is done

And those left behind

Change their state of mind

Those who are beyond, a spirit of the light

Grow to be better, their souls have taken flight

Gather around humans, changes are on the way

There's a new way of thinking, found in every day

Look all around, do you see that tree

Does it touch your soul, like it does to me

How about the clouds, brightly in the sky

Do you see the beauty, that's shown before your eye

There is that, and there is so much more

Just like the waves upon the shore

We Can Fly

Seagulls, like all birds, remind me that I can fly

When our bodies bring us down, we can always try

We have the wings to fly high on life

We can soar above our fears and strife

Our bodies are just vessels that we wear

Like a coat to protect us from cold air

We use them to learn the most while we're here

We find out nothing is as it seems to appear

There is much below the surface, deep inside of you

Where resides your strength, the soul to help you through

The spirit of all that you are, all that you will ever be

It all depends on how you act, the way in which you see

Sometimes we forget how strong we can truly be

Caught up in a world, there are things you can not see

Our strength can be felt, a sense of knowing

We can tap into, to guide us while we're growing

If you listen closely, you will know and feel

The inner strength, and you will know it's real

Even when our bodies bring us down, we should always try

Just like the Seagulls and the other birds, we'll know we can fly

Inside of us is the soul. It stores our inner strength. We are much

stronger than you can ever imagine. Our bodies may seem to

limit us from knowing what is beyond the physical. But look

deep within, and feel it. Know it. It will guide you and give you

strength, and help you to fly. Believe in it. You can fly!

We Have Wings

On our journey of life, we forget we have wings

We can fly above, all that life brings

Realization seldom passes through our head

Until our souls leave our bodies and we're dead

Feel the wings that were given to us

God given with love so we'd always trust

To go with the flow, wherever we'd go

To seek understanding so that we would know

When things seem so very tough

And you think you've had enough

Let the gentle wings of love

Guide you onward from above

The trials of life, difficult as they may be

Can be confronted with wings easily

Fly on up and over them all

You're in control, so you won't fall

There is nothing, whatever life brings

That you can't overcome with your wings

Learn to use them, wherever you go

Spread your wings, feel your soul

On our journey of life, remember we have wings

We can fly above, all that life brings

Our wings are wonderful once we learn how to use them and how they were given to us to use. So many times when life gets hard, it is so easy to lose faith and be depressed. Life is not always easy, and can get downright hard. But knowing how to use our wings, can make life easier for us.

We Live By The Code

We live by the code

To help others carry their load

By just being there

Their life is easier to bear

We assist in a bath, or maybe a shower

We're gentle, yet guide with a firm power

We help make the beds, or clean the room

We bring them a smile, to lift their gloom

We help with dishes, or we help with the meal

Our spiritual presence helps them to heal

Life is so worrisome, and there's so much pain

We calm their fears, so only peace will remain

We remind them of things, when they're forgetting

And change them, when it's their pants they are wetting

We let them know it's okay to be this way

For many of us have changed since our younger days

We give them hope, that all will be alright

In their world so dim, we bring them light

Each visit we make, is a visit worthwhile

To know we have touched, and made someone smile

Secluded and solitaire, our visits are a pleasure

Like shining jewels in a chest, it's something to treasure

So bear this in mind, when each visit is done

It's good for the soul, when you've uplifted someone

Being a caregiver is all about helping those who need us.

By being there to help in any way we can, makes their

lives so much easier and is very uplifting. For me, I've

always found it to be a very rewarding job because of this.

We're All Travelers

We're all travelers, on the road

Where it goes, nobody knows

We read the signs, we're suppose to see

That brings us, to our destiny

The road of life, leads us everywhere

Treasured moments, that are beyond compare

Experiences, that help us grow

Never knowing, where it will go

Sometimes it will take us, somewhere we've never been

Or bring us together, with our soul-mate and friend

Other times, it'll bring us through such terrible pains

From tortured body, where the shaken soul remains

But through it all, we get to where we're suppose to be

We pick up things along the way, on our journey

We're all travelers, on the road

Where it goes, nobody knows

It's the choices, that we choose

That sets our course, of our lifetime cruise

They come out in the darkness, when you are asleep
Around the corner, and quickly do they creep
When the light comes on, they disappear
They don’t like it, when you come near

They’re so fast, you imagine that they’re there
But you can find them, almost everywhere
They come around food, so keep your place clean
Even if it’s spotless, they still can be seen

It seems no matter where you live, there is a pest
Even when you clean your place, the very best
The best way to deal with them, is to always know
All the places these little creatures will go

What draws them somewhere, I wish I knew
And if there’s just one, do they let others know too
Maybe a radar is sent and the others come around
Under the door marching, without making a sound

Dim the lights and sneak up to see
Where they are, where they can be
Maybe you’ll see many, maybe just a few
If you are smart, you’ll know what to do

If you can guess what these little creatures are.

you will have guessed the title of this poem.

I left it out so you could guess what it was.

What Do You Believe

Tell me, what do you believe?

Told to you, on what you receive

If someone tells you something about someone

Is it the truth, or a tangled web that was spun

Until you experience it yourself, how can it be

Perceptions can easily twist, from reality

Maybe what they tell, is true

From their point of view, to you

Everyone has their own way of thinking

Mind to mouth, they have you blinking

But then again, your own life's journey is true

If you told them all, would they believe you

I guess it's up to us, to get the facts straight

Don't let all of the animals, out of the gate

Until we can be, sure of it all

Into the ears, where these stories fall

If you hear two stories, both seem untrue

Tell me, what is it you will you do

A reporter needs the facts, to be right

The sources must be, as plain as a light

Believe in what you know

Let all the other stories go

There will always be some things you

may not know about, having never

experienced them. But in most of

the Earthly ways, if things just don't

feel right, chances are they aren't.

You have something called brains,

and something called intuition. They

both work well. Rely on them to guide

you when you are unsure.

What Do You See?

In my life, at one point, I wondered who I could be

Wandering to the Island, I asked myself “What Do You See?”

So many people never take the time to see what is there

There are so many people that go unaware

I found peace within, and myself, on one quiet day

And the beauty I found, took my breath away

In a world so rushed, no one takes time to look

It's like reading one chapter, in a very large book

You're only getting a small part, of what's really there

When, what you aren't seeing, is found everywhere

On that quiet day, I was looking for me

But I found so much more, that I could see

I let myself become one with nature, and to my eyes

Came the joy within, and that was quite a surprise

If you slow down from life, and take time to be

Wherever you go, there will be much more to see

You see, I found myself, and yet so much more

Because I saw things, that I never noticed before

If you should ever ask yourself “What Do You See?”

Ask yourself “Is There More That You Can Be?”

Growing in many ways, is seeing more than you did

before. Noticing things, being perceptive. I was quite

surprised to see things that have always been there, but

because I wasn't paying attention to them before, I saw

them now. Because of that, I was in tune, and would

always see them from now on. Do you see what I see?

What do you see?

What Is Life All About?

If you're asking " what is life all about?"

Then perhaps you have some doubt

And it's time for you to explore

To find out if life can give you more

Each person's life is a different quest

Seeking different things while doing their best

Taking everyone through different things

On the journey of all that life brings

"What is life all about?" you say

The simple things in every day

The beauty that seems to go unseen

Of people caught up in life's rushing stream

Sometimes it's good to question the what and the why

Get a little angry, or have a good cry

As long as you're briefly on emotion

Not drowning in a senseless ocean

Sometimes to find what life is all about

We must go within, and go without

To find the answers that were always there

We must feel within, and become aware

You must see things in a different light

From every angle, take in every sight

Until you have no more room for doubt

And you'll know what life is all about

Life is about knowing yourself and where you want to be,

knowing who you want to be and what you want to do,

and how you treat others and how you want to be treated.

It is about the journey, and the treasures you find along the way.

What We Become

Our parents teach us, the best that they can

With hopes that we, will follow the plan

It doesn't matter, where we come from

It's what we do with what we have, and what we become

It's what we want, it's what we need

That's measured out, in the life that we lead

To make each moment, count for something more

To me, I believe, that's what we're living for

Leaving an impression, for others to follow

To fill our roles, with a life we can swallow

The path we travel, on the journey we take

Will have challenges, with each choice we make

Within, we have the strength to prevail

It's our journey, so how can we fail

If we get stuck, and we're in doubt

We need to reaffirm, what life is about

I find helping others, is something I treasure

A life's gift, that is always a pleasure

You may want to sit, and do nothing at all

If that's the case, I hope you hear the call

When you are older, and are looking back

What was needed, what did you lack

We have so much that we could do, in our life's total sum

It's what we do with what we have, and what we become

I truly believe, we have it in us to become what we truly wish to be.

We just have to strive for it. Even if we think we are going in the

wrong direction and realize it, we have the power to change it

and go in the right direction. Our life is ours to live, and mold

it into what we want. No matter where we are, or who we are.

Be someone that you can be proud of in yourself, because it is

all about What We Become.

What We're Living For

To live in this world today, we all need money

But how much is needed, now that is the key

Many people are always trying, to accumulate more

But it's only part, of what we're living for

We live to help others, in so many ways

Helping them to see the sunshine, well beyond the haze

We help them to know, just how much we care

And that there's never too much, that we wouldn't share

We live to give, a helping hand

So others can do, the best that they can

We help them, to understand and to feel

That they have the power within, so they can heal

Everyone experiences grief, on their journey home

Someone passes away, but you're never alone

We live to let them know, we will help them through

On the road of life, on all things that we do

There's more to life than money, even though it's true

We need a certain amount, in everything we do

It's the love of human spirit, that makes us whole

The intertwining feelings, of the human soul

I value life and nature and friends more than I do money.

It's what you value that makes you who you are.

What You Deserve

Everything that is good, is what you deserve

At every corner, and at every curve

No matter where in life you go

You've earned the rewards that help you grow

Never think you're not worthy, on what you receive

You are much better, and you should always believe

Sometimes we tend to think ourselves too low

To have the things that will make us glow

Enjoy every moment that brings a smile to your face

Treasure it and hold it closely in a tight embrace

You deserve happiness, in all aspects that will be

It's life's greatest treasure, in which you hold the key

Step up to the podium, accept what you have coming

Don't back off, turn away and go off running

You are more worthy than you'll ever know

You need to realize that and make it so

You deserve it, you've come very far

The rewards in your life, because of who you are

At every corner, and at every curve

Everything that is good, is what you deserve

So many of us give so much and when it is our

turn, we don't think we deserve it when we are

recognized for all we do. But just by living in this

life and respecting others, and helping others, we

deserve all good things.

Whatever

I hate the word "whatever"

Some people think it's clever

But it seems a bit rude to me

For them to let things be

When they don't want to deal

And want a temporary seal

They speak the word they say

It's how they handle it their way

In the middle of conversations

They need to learn more patience

And listen and try to understand

How the word may land

I know that to my ear

It doesn't bring me cheer

So if it is so clever

Explain to me, not "whatever"

What's Good For Them

One thing I find in the work I do

Is doing the right thing to help you through

Common sense is usually the way to go

But every now and then, it's really hard to know

I'm a caregiver, a Personal Care Aide

Yet sometimes it can be a two sided blade

Let's say your client wants something forbidden to eat

At the age of 90, shouldn't she have that treat

If she wants a cigarette, to enjoy one little smoke

Or to sip slowly on a glass of coke

At that age, they should be able to have that pleasure

Restrictions shouldn't be things you have to measure

People who put out these limitations never realize

That age is a key factor, and should be more wise

A last bite, a last smoke, or a last sip

May be their last little pleasure before their “Passing” ship

Their time here is almost over, make it one with pleasure

Let their last days, be ones they can treasure

Restrictions can be put on those who aren't that old

But at the age of 90, nothing should be put on hold

I got the idea for this poem when I came across several situations

that got me thinking. At the age of 90, I do know if I ever reach that age

there will be no restrictions, because I will take whatever pleasure I want,

even if it kills me, that last bit of pleasure will be Heavenly. We already know

at that age, it won't be long. So why restrict? Why not let them have that little

bit of pleasure to make them happy for that moment. See them happy for the last

days of their lives.

When The Walls Close In

When the walls are closing in on you

There's only one thing that you can do

Get out, get out, get out of that place

Quit climbing those walls, put a smile on your face

There's nothing as great as some socializing

It especially good for the soul, which isn't surprising

Maybe have a cup of coffee with some of your friends

Gather around in the lobby, the list never ends

Just go anywhere where people can be found

You'll feel so much better with your feet off the ground

Inside and alone can make you insane

Being closed in is just too much to contain

Some fresh air is the best that can be

Or take in the beauty of a beautiful tree

Down by the water, there's always someone there

Out on the island, there's so much if you're aware

Just to take a little trip close by

Can help to make you a little more high

Don't let the walls close in on you

You know exactly what you should do

When the walls close in on you, get out.

Go for a walk down the stairs just out

in back or front, or to the store, or by

the water, or to have some coffee, or to

the lobby. Just getting out for a short

while helps you in a big way.

When You Get Old

Life isn't easy when you get old

The golden years aren't really gold

Our bodies age and aren't meant to last

Our time in life goes way too fast

Our legs give out and we take a fall

We endure our condition, we take it all

As we age and get old

We are always being told

Our freedom is taken away

Wondering what will be in each day

Being watched with all we do

Like children that we once knew

Our eyes go, and it's hard to see

Visions of how it use to be

The music that we once heard

Flies away like the yellow bird

Even our brain starts to decay

We forget exactly what to say

Where are we, where do we belong

Everything just seems so wrong

Getting old isn't fun for me

But it's the human way to be

We are mortal, so we age with time

We must enjoy our years while we can

Because time moves on, and our bodies

age. Yet there is hope, if you believe,

our souls become young once again,

when we pass away.

When You've Gone Away

What makes a person get up and go

From the people and places that took a lifetime to know

What could have caused such a thing to be

I guess for those outside the circle, it’ll remain a mystery

Yet still I wonder and I silently ask why

Two decades without contact, did he even try?

Now both his parents are passed

The stones have already been cast

Was it a family feud?

Was someone unfair and rude?

Life is too short to just walk away

Were you at a loss of words to say

I know your Father and Mother are watching over you

And they know everything you say and do

I’m sure they understand why you had to leave

And they’ve been informed of the life you weave

Despite any conflicts upon this earthly plane

They’ll help to guide, by your side they’ll remain

For the bond you had, will always stay

Even in distance, When You’ve Gone Away

Where Angels Are Found

The sun didn't come out today

The Angels came to take you away

It rained and I saw a beautiful rainbow

And knew you went where Angels go

They've taken you where spirits go

The place where, there lies the soul

One life's over, and one's begun

Where once was rain, now there's the sun

Material world, left behind

You're free to explore, beyond the mind

Love of light, and light of love

Take flight, just like the Dove

The seeds replanted, to grow anew

Because there are, more plans for you

With light surrounding you, you move around

In the place, Where Angels Are Found

Where Did The Time Go?

Everyone at one time or another, knows someone in a Nursing Home

The reasons could be dementia, an illness, or not wanting to be left alone

It's hard to believe, but one day it might happen to you

And you'll be wondering, where did the time go to

Get everything out of life, while you're in your prime

Because before long, you'll find you're out of time

We are mortal, we age as time travels pass

Our lives are precious, it goes by very fast

Nap time can come at any time, in a wheelchair

In the Dining room, or almost anywhere

“I would like a visitor, maybe a game or two”

“Sitting here like this, there's nothing I can do”

“I forget where I am, is there somewhere I need to be?”

“Sometimes I can't hear, sometimes it's hard to see”

“I can't make sense of everything, but I'll give it a try”

“Give me a push somewhere, if you are passing by”

When you get old, it isn't any fun

Knowing, that our life is almost done

You'll be asking the question, that others still don't know

The years have passed on by, where did the time go

We normally go through life, just living it. Never thinking

that one day we will be old and be frail and lose some of

our senses. But it happens to us all. Sometimes an illness

will take us away. It happens to many of us, for we can not

cheat time. Time waits for no one. It happens, and we as

mortals, must mature and grow old too. But how we treat

those who are much older than we are, is how we want to

be treated when we are old and need the understanding

that they need.

Where We Will Go

As rains rain

I go insane

In my brain

There's a strain

Spirits knowing

Where I'm going

Soul is growing

Life is flowing

Lights that shine

Within so divine

Warming the mind

With all I find

Body and the soul

Spiritual and physical

All that we will know

In this life, where we will go

Who We Are

In this world, everyone is unique

From their heads, down to their feet

Some may know more than others do

Others are more honest and true

We live together in the same place

We're combinations of the same human race

Some of us are neat freaks, and like our place clean

Others have clutter, where ever it is seen

It doesn't make one better than the rest

We get by each day, but just doing our best

Why is everyone so different and unique

It's all part of our personality and msytique

If we were all alike, life would be so bland

We come with personalities, wherever we stand

No one is better than the one they're standing next to

I'm happy to be me, you're happy to be you

Who we are, is what makes everyone unique.

Being unique, is who we are.

Why Make Life Harder

Why make life harder than it should be

Flow with the changes and then you will see

Why be afraid to get out there and try

You have your wings, get out there and fly

I know the fear, I've had it before

But how will you know, if you don't open the door

Come on, don't be so hard on you

Your friends are there, and they'll help you through

Changes come, but they aren't all bad

Many are for the good, if I may add

You'll understand, if you've seen it all

If only you'd see, beyond the wall

I know you'll do well, I have faith in you

In fact I know you'll succeed in all that you do

So get out of that rut that you are in

And let the best of your life begin

Your time is here, so spread your wings

And fly away, as the Angel sings

Flow with the changes and then you will see

Why make life harder than it should be

Windows And Walls

There are windows and walls for us each

A place in our life we all must reach

The windows are what we each will see

The walls we climb over to set us free

Out of the window, some of us see nothing at all

And many of us give up on climbing over the wall

Over the wall, we must take to the air

Through the window, appreciate everything that's there

Fly to wherever our spirits will soar

Feel and experience, it all so much more

See through the window, beyond and before

That so many people, seem to ignore

You have the wings, if you practice you'll fly

All it takes is a good spirit that's willing to try

If you stay in focus, you won't miss a thing

A vision of splendor, is what it'll bring

Rejoice in the feelings, that are surrounding you

Take part in each moment, in all that you do

As we journey this lifetime, there's a place for us each

Beyond the windows and walls, that's within our reach

With every choice you make, keep this in mind
It’s what you choose that’ll guide you to what you find
You control your destiny with all you do
So think it over because it’s up to you

I never think of life as how much money I own
Because I’m rich with friends, I’ll never be alone
Sometimes I think I see more than others do
Because I take the time to take in the view

Everyone is in such a hurry to get somewhere
I take my time, in going everywhere
I snap a shot for those to see
Who are rushed with somewhere to be

I don’t need much to get by
I do my best and always try
The path I chose lead me here
But I know I’m guided by spirits near

Be satisfied with everywhere you go
You can change it and should always know
With every step that you take
Your life’s story is what you make

Remember my friends, you make the choices in your life. So if you end up somewhere you didn’t wish to be, it was your choice. But it’s never to late to choose another path. I believe that each choice we make is another lesson learned as we journey through this lifetime. Life is too short to be unhappy, so choose again. Be happy with who you are and where you are. The choices are yours!

Within Our Time

As I was passing by the Clock Shop

I realized I didn't have time to stop

But what is time without a clock

An endless trip around the block

As minutes tick within each day

And hours seem to fly away

Seconds count for everything

Time is counted for what it can bring

Every time that passes through

Should be greatly valued by you

For it will pass so very quick

Understand what makes you tick

Mortal is the human guise

Nurtured soul for the wise

We live on in spirit form

An eternity once we're reborn

What is time in the main stream

Is it what you think it might seem

Or is it more than what you know

Within our time it helps us to grow

We must value the time we have here and

make it count. Don't sit around waiting for your

life to get better. It is better than you know.

See inside yourself before time runs out.

See the true you, know the true you, and

be the true you. Don't let the time go by

without doing all that you want to do.

Do it, be it, live it. Time won't wait for you.

Words

In this world today, everything is based on words

Just like in this universe, there's all kinds of birds

Some words are used more often, in our every day

Some birds we see gazing back, while others fly away

Does it really matter of the word, if they mean the same

When the feeling goes much deeper, is the nature of the claim

We have many different people, living worldwide

We come together as one, when we reach the Other Side

Why does it take so long to realize, we are all the same

What makes it so hard to realize, what's beyond a name

Why can't we accept them, just for being true

It's their own beliefs, even if it's not for you

Maybe I don't use the words, you'd like to hear

It's just possible for you, that things aren't clear

Have you ever thought, what's not in the word

Might be because, of all the things I've heard

Whether it be different cultures, or some other reason

Be more open to others, even if it's not so pleasing

Don't point your finger at me, and worry about what I'm saying

Because it's all good words, I say when I am praying

Someone once told me why don't I use God or Jesus in

my poems. Well, I have used them in some poems. But

this is my way of doing things. Just because I don't use

their names, doesn't mean I don't believe in them. I've

been turned off from Church goers who think they are so

perfect because they go to Church. But nobody is better

than anyone else. Nobody should point fingers at me and

say that I am wrong, because they have not experienced all

that I have.

Words People Use

Someone called me a Nerd
To me it’s an insulting word
It’s like a dropping from a bird
Tell me, what have you heard

What if you were called a Geek
Would that make you feel like a freak
Some words in places seem to reek
When they are used any day of the week

There is one who’s called a Dork
I won’t touch that one with a fork
Just another word I’d like to abort
So many words are hard to sort

Wherever you go
There are words to know
A slang term to use
In worldly places you choose

Sometimes we judge way too quick
Words people use and what they pick
Without knowing the meaning in what they say
We should find out exactly, what definition’s okay

People in all parts of the world have their slang words.

Words that are spelled the same to all, yet have totally different meanings

to each. It’s all in the knowing the slanguage for each area.

World Gone Mad

I don't respect anyone who loots

Nor anyone who kills and shoots

People want to have the power

I am cheering for the flower

Why all the violence here

So much ignorance I fear

When did the people become

So filled with rage and so dumb

So selfish, inconsiderate of others

What does that say of your Mothers

Didn't they teach you better than that

Put away that knife and bat

Riots getting out of hand

All across this great land

I do believe it is a virus there

But not COVID, so please beware

It's making people mad with rage

When they should be in a cage

Peace is what we need on this day

Because what they do, is not Okay

What's going on this world needs to be contained.

It would help if these people who were looting and

killing, had some common sense. But I fear common

sense was lost awhile back, and not sure if they will

ever find it again. While I sit inside my plastic bubble

hearing all about the riots and looting, and wondering

what's become of the world I love.

Note: This happened near the beginning of the COVID pandemic

Years That Passed

Looking into, the back of my mind

The years that passed, from earlier times

The love we had, so strong so free

The years that passed, between you and me

Our children raised, and moved away

We're older in our years, to this day

So many things, once done with ease

Now it's much harder, for me to breathe

We joined as one, so long ago

We loved together, so we could grow

The health of body, heart, and mind

Has taken its toll, and been unkind

Oh what I'd give, to be back then

I close my eyes, and count to ten

Nothing happens, and I'm still here

I see your pain, and it's all too clear

Am I really such a burden to you

Is it too much work for you to do

For the love we had, that once was so strong

Tell me now, isn't this where I belong

Even if I don't say, I appreciate all you do

And I really want you to know, I love you

Remember the vow, that we took with our heart

In health and in sickness, until death do we part

This is the first part of a two part poem.

This is from the husband and unhealthy point of view.

REMEMBER THE TIMES is the wife and caregiver's point of view.

So you don’t want your picture taken
No worries, it’s not my camera you’d be breaking
Are you so caught up in your self-ego
Yet there are some other things to know
We want the picture we take of you
So we can look back on someone we knew
Try to see it from our point of view
We love you enough so we need one of you

You’re part of the family, and you’re a friend
And when it comes time for your life to end
We can look back with happy memories
Of a special person with wonderful stories
It’s not all about you, it’s about us
Giving and sharing, with a little trust
You don’t have to keep your own picture, there’s no pressure
But we’d love one to keep, because the one of you we treasure

Step outside worthlessness and see
You are part of this great family
So special and unique in your own way
In the family photo we’d like you to stay
So, you don’t want your picture taken
Think about the historic moment you’ll be making
Be a part, but don’t be apart
Everyone is their own work of art

Each one of us are made special and unique, so we aren’t the same. Beauty comes in many shapes and sizes. Sometimes beauty can not be seen, but comes from the inside. Sometimes life distorts our own view of ourselves, and we find ourselves wanting to be left out of photos. We must look at ourselves at these times, through the eyes of the photographer. Why would they want a picture of me? Could it be they see more to you than what you see as yourself? I am sure they do. Look again at yourself, you were made to be special, and that is how you became YOU.

You Have The Power

You have the power within

To accomplish anything

And you will strive

Because you are alive

Move one step ahead

And go where you are lead

You have the strength and the will

Being born with a spiritual skill

You have the power about

To move forward with no doubt

Fear fading from your mind

Inside you, is knowledge you'll find

You have the power right here

Through you, to make everything clear

And then within, you will see

Everything, as it should be

You have the power within

To accomplish everything

And because you are alive

Your will is your drive

You have the power to be,

everything you wish to be,

and everything you want,

just keep reaching for it.

Because, you deserve it.

Your Attitude

Who you become, depends on your attitude

You can be sour, but then you'd be rude

Words can get around, really fast

Watch what words, you're going to cast

We know everyone, has a heart

Well at least, that's a start

You could be, so much kinder with words

Or I'll find it better, talking to the birds

Has your job, gone to your head

Do you realize, just what you said

Is this how you want, people to remember you by

You could make an effort, can't you even try

I'm going to give you, some great advice

It wouldn't hurt, if you tried to be nice

You know, I can see your frown

Your words, let a lot of people down

Are there rules, you need to follow through

Or is that rude person, really the true you

I prefer the positive approach

Or people might think, you're a cockroach

If you can smile, and not be so rude

In return, you'll be remembered for your positive attitude

If your job makes you rude, maybe you can't deal with people.

People need respect from you. And if your attitude is negative,

they will remember that and not want to be around you. Being

negative, is not being professional. Keep positive and hold a

certain air about you, and people will love being around you.

If it's certain rules you need to follow, I understand. If it's you

being this way, I don't understand why you are this way. I know

there's a heart inside you, I've seen it in action occasionally. But

why does your negative come out so much more. Your life would

be better if you showed your positive side much more often.

Your Inner Self

Your inner voice

Will lay your choice

As you go on your way

Each and every day

So, where you go

Always know

Your inner voice

For every choice

The Inner strength within you

Will always guide you throughout

To where you wish to be

Your spirit flowing free

Vanished doubts, courage found

The feel of love is all around

The inner vision is well in sight

Seeing in darkness with inner light

To see beyond the ordinary things

Letting your journey take off on wings

Pass around obstacles that come into your life

Let everyday worries disappear with the strife

Your inner self will show you the way

To guide and protect you every day

To hear, to see, and feel all that is there

So your ability to sense, will be well aware

Look on the inside, to learn and to grow

Then, and only then, you can let your love flow

Your Inner Voice

Listen to your inner voice

Decisions are within your choice

Choose the route that's best for you

Within your mind there is a clue

Intuitive, and spirit knows

Where your life road goes

Let it lead you where it will

Through a river or up a hill

Life isn't easy, it can be hard

But you alone, hold the winning card

Place your bet on God alone

Nothing here is written in stone

Many paths, lie before your eyes

They intertwine, some in disguise

You will know, the one to pick

With all in place, it will all click

Your Journey Can't End Yet

Life isn't always easy, and there will always be some stress

You can't escape the outcome, no matter what button you press

People will always say things, you don't have to agree

Follow your own path, and just let them be

People don't always think, with every word they say

They don't realize, it can be taken another way

Don't let their words, be the ones that bring you down

Never let their influence, cause anything more than a frown

You are not the cause, of anything you may think

Because of you, you've connected a family link

You've done so much, achievements in your life

A family that you love, you've become a wonderful loving wife

You've accomplished so much, to be proud of you

Life isn't always easy, there's so much to get through

You have the strength, I know you can survive

You've been given a good life, so you need to stay alive

Your journey can't end yet, you have things yet to see

Unfinished business, before you can be set free

Your children will grow up, and you must be there too

Your presence by their side, like only you can do

Look deep within yourself, find out what feels wrong

To make you feel this way, because you should be strong

Remember, the people who love you, will miss you very much

If you're not around, they sure will miss your touch

I'm not even sure who I wrote this for. But I know it was about

someone who wanted to end their life. I wanted them to know

that their journey can't end yet.

Your Memory

Everything that you see

Is stored in your memory

Everyone that you meet, along the way

Are remembered, on another day

The experiences that you go through

And every little thing you do

The hopes and dreams that hold the key

Are places found in your memory

The beauty found everywhere

Everything that you share

Every moment that you love

Is a memory to be thought of

Those who passed for whom you wept

Are stored memories of which you kept

They stay alive in your memory

There they will stay for you to see

The special occasions held for you

An ordinary day that you went through

Can be played out in your mind

Your memories are yours to find

You can go many places within your

mind. To the memories that you will

find. They can take you anywhere

that you have been. To enjoy all over

again.

Your Own Space

@ 2002 by Bud Lemire

They say that everything has got its place

The same goes for people, they each need their space

A place to go awhile, to have some solitude

To open up our mind and self, to a certain mood

The bond of love, needs this space to breathe

Otherwise you find yourself, caught up in the freeze

We all need self value, all throughout our life

To touch upon our soul, and diminish all our strife

This time alone, helps to enrich our mind

And we grow and prosper, with everything we find

It activates a part of you, that was lost sometime that day

Relaxing and soothing parts of you, letting your imagination stray

Strengthening our spirit, and putting it to the test

To circulate our love, to simply be the best

There's so much happening, when you let it be

Releasing all the tension, and letting your mind flow free

For many, it's working on something to take our mind away

From the mundane things in life, that regularly come each day

It's a remedy, for each member of the human race

To have this time, to take in Your Own Space

Whether you're with someone, or alone, you always

need some space to do the things that only you can do.

Your Time Is Precious

A bird hit my window, waking me from a nap

It was too loud, to be an ordinary tap

It brought me back, to a time long ago

In another place, a bird hit a window

Back then, it woke me from a snooze

Bringing me a message, that I could use

Your time is precious, too valuable to lose

To be caught up, sleeping away your blues

Now I’m not depressed, never thought I was blue

But sometimes life, can have a strong grip on you

And you must relax, calm yourself to a life of ease

And you’re the only one, that you should please

We spend so much wasted time, trying to please someone

And easily fail, when the day is all done

But when we please ourselves, we always come first

It’s the greatest pleasure, quenching our thirst

Your time is precious, use it wisely

Learn how to fly, so all things will be

Float on a cloud, with every moment

Value each message, and how it was sent

Listen and be aware of the signs and messages

that life sends to each of us.

You've Got To Live

You've got to do, what you want to feel free

And let all the things, be what they'll be

Don't let yourself, be caught inside a fence

Where everything, just doesn't make sense

You've got to get out, there's a world to explore

And find out, you can do so much more

Let yourself, breathe in the air

While your spirit, soars everywhere

Be a part of the people, be a part of the team

Let go of the nightmare, hold onto your dream

Appreciate those around you, before they pass away

Take care of your body, before it's in decay

You owe it to yourself, to do the very best for you

You'll find it's worth the effort, than you ever knew

The extra push you give, is worth all the while

Upon your face, you'll easily wear a smile

You've go to be yourself, to the fullest you can be

Open up the treasured soul, only you possess the key

Float away on a cloud, that takes you everywhere

Content and complete, with all the love you share

You've got to live each day to the fullest

You've Won A Million Dollars

“You've won a million dollars, you've been blessed”

“Really? I find it hard to believe, is this a test?”

“No, this is real, you've really been chosen to win”

“I have? Wow, my face is showing a grin”

“Tell me more, but I want to know why me?”

“It was a random drawing, who else could it be”

What could I do with a million dollars on hand

Why you could buy tickets to see your favorite band

You could buy almost anything at all

I knew it was a scam, and wasn't going to fall

“Thank you my friend, for letting me know”

As he told me more, I put on a “Play Along” show

I played along, giving nothing away

“Oh My, you sure made my day”

“Did you know, you're special, and this is your time”

I looked at the words, and knew this scam was a crime

“I know I am special, thank you my friend”

I went up to block him, this had to end

“You've won a million dollars, you've been blessed”

If the message says that, it's only a scam pest

This actually happened today, and I played along

more than what I put here. He didn't get any information

from me. And in the end, I blocked him. I knew what

he was up to, and I had my fun too.

Scams are happening all the time, be aware, and

be careful.

Bud's Poetry By Category

Monday, December 25, 2023

Life

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