My Father, My Hero

You don't always have to be as tough as a rock
You are forever afraid to let down those walls
You don't need to argue each time we do talk
For I am here for you now, even when you fall

You're forever King in my eyes, crown or no crown
I love you more as days pass, as you ought to know
You love me too, yet just play it off like a clown
But don't treat me like a jester, that's a low blow

"We hug in our minds," you've told me once or twice
You're difficult to love but harder not to, it's true
For you are one of a kind, gentle but not always nice
You show me the ways in which I can improve, you do

So please don't go changing your ways just for me
You see nobody is perfect, at least nobody I've met
I think you get the idea, so now I'll leave you be
But I've many real hugs for you, that's a sure bet!

Rock Bottom

So I hit rock bottom yesterday
No way else to go now but up
I do realize things will be okay
It is half-full, the proverbial cup

I'll hold on to my newfound hope
And never let go no matter what
Even when it's a string, or rope
I'll never let that door slam shut

So when there's a lot on my plate
Or when it is so scarce and bare
I won't dare try and mess with fate
Since God's love is always there

New Year

A new year begun, another one past

Let's hope we make the good times last

And pray that we get by in hard times, too

Wishing and hoping we don't get so blue

So for all of you dear ones, know that I care

Though I am not necessarily physically there

Know that it's true that I may wear a frown

And on occasion, I might feel rather down

But I still long to be a good and true friend

To each and to all, and to the very end!

Haiku

Haiku

Do not fret too much
It is just a passing cloud
No ominous rains

Sun shines through the trees
Casting shadow and splendor
Upon all below

Flowers in the sun
Trying to reach the heavens
Arching up so high

Something to ponder
As you are sitting alone
Is it all in vain?

Untitled

Untitled

I laugh as I cry, though I can't tell you why
I feel at my worst, and I'm ready to burst
The words won't come out, but I'm ready to shout
To make my words heard, it's all rather absurd

Oh do help me please, for I'm down on my knees
I'm trembling with fear, though I know help is near
I'll climb into bed, as thoughts race through my head
And I'll hope for sleep, although the pain goes deep

As fear grips me tight, I shall give it a fight
I won't give up yet, and on that you can bet

Tomorrow

Tomorrow

I often wonder what tomorrow will bring
Will the birds awaken me with sweet songs?
And will I find all for which my heart longs?

Maybe my sorrows will be long forgotten
Kicked to the curb, as several might say
Allowing in a brand new, brighter day

Oh joyous wonderings of sparkling new morns!
What a delightful amazement you are!
No matter how near you seem, or how far!

I'll push on one more day, minute by minute
Taking things as they come, both bad and good
Knowing that life will turn out as it should

Just To Be

Just To Be

I wish not to be called names or labeled
As I am made up of oh so much more
It hurts and makes my heart awfully sore
When I am termed as simply "disabled"

People don't understand me as a whole
They look at me and see all that I lack
As if everything were all white and black
And as though I had neither heart nor soul

Show me some respect and I'll do the same
I do have feelings, you know, and I bleed
As there are things like love and warmth I need
And life is much more than some childish game

There's depth to me that goes farther than looks
The size and shape of my body won't show
The depth of my true passions, as they grow
Though I am well versed on how to judge books

I have an illness that does not have me
I long to be kept no more, but set free
From the chains that no one is able to see
And just be myself, for once, just to "be"

Seasons

Seasons

Oh, the wintry gusts of snow
So pretty when flakes first fall
How I love to see them so
Despite many a fierce squall

Ah, the early buds of spring
Dancing in a gentle breeze
Such joy to me they do bring
With a simple type of ease

Oh, the summer's sun so bright
Shining high above the land
How warm I feel in the night
Resting on the beach's sand

Ah, how fall means a new life
Leaves change to a unique hue
Any sense of angst or strife
Do not make me feel as blue

Summer Sonnet

Summer Sonnet

I love the smell of rain in the summer
For it brings flowers of different kinds
Thus life does not have to be a bummer
It simply means opening up our minds

So do not look at life through eyes of scorn
Please hold on tight to your inner hopes and dreams
Though roses do come with many-a-thorn
Hold fast onto those true helpful rays and beams

The sun shines down and warms the chilly earth
It makes all things sparkle, shine, and glitter
And sunshine, to me, brings the greatest mirth
So there is no real need to be bitter

Come take my hand and we will follow dawn's light
For only then can we get through the dark night!

For My Mother

For My Mother

Your true light shines bright
Hence I miss you very much
You fought such a fierce fight
I long for your caring touch

Thank you for being there
Thank you for being you!
I know I just have to share
How beautiful you were too!

That old smile that lit your eye
Meant more than the world to me
You're the only one I can't defy
Though you are one I cannot see

You were such a joy to know
You truly touched my heart
Your spirit was always aglow
You wonderful work of art!

Renewal

Renewal

I now feel quite at peace
My inner soul is at ease
I have a whole new lease
Please, Feeling, don't cease

My inner child, yes, it may yearn
Though I accept it, I'm learning
My heart, now, it may churn
Please, Feeling, don't burn me

Though my soul deeply aches
I'll do whatever it may take
I've never been one for fakes
Please, Feeling, don't shake

I feel a new sense of relief
Now, anything can be achieved
I am filled up with new beliefs
Please, Feeling, don't leave!

Friends

Friends

Sometimes when I’m feeling blue
I’ll just sit and think of you
The thought of you brings joy to my face
It’s because of you my smile won’t erase

You’re here for me despite my highs and my lows
You’re here for me to soften the blows
With you I feel able to ride the waves, as they say
I hope that you do feel the same way!

You stick by me when no one else might
You really put up a very strong fight!
I love you like a sister- that is for sure!
My love for you is sincere and pure

Your strength draws me to you like a moth to a flame
I know that with you this isn’t a game
‘Cuz you’re always honest, and never a fake
You’re my best friend, for goodness sake!

My Mother

My Mother

The dim twilight peeks through the trees
Along with a soft, warm gentle breeze
This brings along fond memories of you
I tend to stick to them like they’re glue
I think of your face, your bright smiling eyes
You were so lovely, so mild yet so wise
I’m grateful to have known you; sad all the same
For life is too short, and that’s just a shame

The luminous moon shines all over the land
New shadows dance by as I glance at my hand
The ring that you gave me glistens in the dark night
I stare at it ‘til everything else is out of my sight
My eyes linger there for just a moment it seems
But maybe it’s longer- it sparkles, it gleams
Just like you- your tender, sweet smile
I simply cannot help but reminisce for a while

Dad

Dad

You've always been a rock to me, Dad
No matter how angry I made you, or sad
You got me through some really hard times
I don't know if this part even really rhymes
But I want you to know that I love you so
More than my words can ever really show
You are the best guy in my eyes, it's true
No other can ever be as amazing as you
So please don't forget how much I do care
No matter what, you've always been there
I love you, Dad, so much more each day
And for your good health I do daily pray