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©  Pat A. Fleming   I'M STILL HERE My looks are nothing special, My face reveals my age, My body shows some wear and tear, And my energy's not the same. Too often my memory fails me, And I lose things all the time. One minute I know what I plan to do, And the next it may just slip my mind. I try hard to avoid my mirror. There are things I would rather not see, And even those times when I just catch a glimpse, I can no longer recognize me. The things I used to do with ease Can now cause aches and pains, And the quality of the things I do Will never be quite the same. I always compare my older self To those younger versions of me, And I know I'm wasting too much time Missing who I used to be. But the thing that really makes me sad Is despite what people see, Underneath my tattered, worn out shell, I'm still the same old me. My heart can still feel endless love, And at times it still can ache. My heart can fill with so much joy, And then it can suddenly break. My soul can ...

Brush away old heartaches. Learn from our mistakes. Another year is finally over. A new dawn awakes. Let the old year out. Welcome the new one in. Bury the bad things of the past As a new year now begins. Make your New Year wishes As simple as you can. Pray for peace and love, Not for wealth or fame. Pray for health and happiness. Pray for your fellow man. Pray for all the ones you love. Pray for those who've lost their way. As the midnight hour chimes, We leave the old and embrace the new. I wish the things you wish for yourself, And may God’s love stay with you Happy new year. 

Poem written to inspire none Poem lovers I don't write poetry I sweat poetry I drink poetry I breathe poetry I make love to poetry I fight poetry I bleed poetry I once tripped over poetry Got angry and kicked poetry I live poetry For I am poetry I do not write poetry Poetry writes me.

Poem written out of Emotions for a lady Story behind : A copy right of a movie Titled BEATZ RHYMES AND LOVE just make sure you enjoy the poem. She does to me What winter does to the trees She strips me bare, naked and empty. I laugh to myself, because... I can't sing, it's just..  She makes me want to try and harmonize. Like I've got no worries bothering me tomorrow. Like I've got no dirty clothes hamper full of yesterdays ,stinking up what future is left in me. But I really ain't no saint, Never felt love true bliss. A disciple of my father, I learned to love with clenched fists. I learned to love like reading braille on skin. Tracing the insecurities of women through the palms of their hands. But with her, it was different. See, she was in every single word I wrote. She walked a poets refrain. Spoke a sweet soliloquy. But I recognize the lack of trust in my own heart. Because only a fool won't accept the nourishment that's right...

If Only She Knew ©  Kiara Wilson Published: August 22 2018 She has her own special way Of turning around my terrible day She makes all the bad things go away The second that she says hey And when I look into her eyes I see pure beauty with no disguise Just a glance at her makes my heart beat rise I know for a fact that these feelings aren't lies If only she knew How much my love for her grew Maybe, just maybe we could start something new And if beauty was inches, she'd go on for miles I better catch her before I go out of style I'm going to let my heart be my dial So I can tell her what I've been feeling for awhile.

 Story behind: Techs Poem from Act of Valor (2012) based on True life Story. Title: Live Your Life So live your life that the fear of death can never enter your heart. Trouble no one about their religion; respect others in their view, and demand that they respect yours. Love your life, perfect your life, beautify all things in your life. Seek to make your life long and its purpose in the service of your people. Prepare a noble death song for the day when you go over the great divide. Always give a word or a sign of salute when meeting or passing a friend, even a stranger, when in a lonely place. Show respect to all people and grovel to none. When you arise in the morning give thanks for the food and for the joy of living. If you see no reason for giving thanks, the fault lies only in yourself. Abuse no one and no thing, for abuse turns the wise ones to fools and robs the spirit of its vision. When it comes your time to die, be not like those whose heart...

Story Behind: I wrote this poem that I hope will stick in people's minds. I have had to go through a lot, and I know that I should probably try and stay cheerful, so I started to write this poem. It really touched my teacher and my parents. Topic : Even When Even when those storm winds are blowing, I'll stand and fight them knowing I'm not alone, Not on my own. Even when there's hatred brewing, I know what I'll be doing; I'll laugh and smile, Send it away awhile. Even when there's a huge earthquake, I'll stand tall and I won't shake; Let the pain go, Let my joy show. Even when there's a strong hurricane, I'll wade unbending through the pain; Help those who've fallen, Welcome those who're calling. Even when someone's been deserted, I know they didn't deserve it; Become their friend, It's not the end.

Story :Ted L Glines has been writing since 1965, with many poems published in college literary magazines and the "underground" free press (Village Voice, etc.). Poet: © Ted L Glines Topic: Chasms And Bridges Whether dancing the circle or sitting in the pews, the world is full of wonder and knee-jerk news. For those full of spite and woeful complaining, the world is full of darkness; no hope remaining. Diversity spawns, attacking spasms, elevating hate and deepening the chasms. You are who you are, smart as a fox; why confine yourself to a bleak little box? For those full of love and compassion caring, the world is full of brightness and warmth in sharing. Diversity spawns a chance to build bridges, elevating love and life privileges. You are who you are, smart as a fox; expressing yourself, you're out of that box! We can make this world a beautiful place if we toss away frowns and put smiles on our face. Abolish that burden of com...

Story Behind: Nothing is as strong as gentleness. Nothing is as gentle as real strength Faith is not contrary to the usual ideas, something that turns out to be right or wrong, Give way to roads with greater bend and empty signs that still pretend. Topic : From The Heaven Up Above Why can't we sleep forever And live inside our dreams, Sheltered from the heartbreak That life can sometimes bring. You could live in a world Bordered only by your mind And never have to worry About running out of time. You could live out all your dreams, A life of love and laughter. Your every desire is fulfilled, You'd live happily ever after. You could take the stars From the heavens up above Then gift them to the one That shares your feelings of love. You could gather every rose For only their eyes to see. You would never have to question Will this love forever be.

Story: Don't ever think success can't be achieved. Inspiration is here and you need to read this for encouragement. Topic: Success The road to success is not straight. There is a curve called Failure, A loop called Confusion, Speed bumps called Friends, Red lights called Enemies, and Caution lights called Family. But if you have a spare called Determination, An engine called Perseverance, Insurance called Faith, and A driver called Jesus, You will make it to a place called Success!!

Story Behind:  Sometimes I feel like life has so many things against us. Poverty. Personal issues. With these weights on our shoulders, we don't feel happy or we try to find it but can't. You can find it. You just have to preserve through it. Topic: Just Want A Happy Life I live with depravity, Pressure like gravity. Why can't they just see I want to live happily? Surrounded by poverty, The cravings of obesity, Those dreams of reality. Why can't they just see I want to be all I can be? I try to live with simplicity, But I get hit with hostility. People keep telling me You won't live happily. Forget all this negativity. I'm going against normality, Living a life of morality In a world full of brutality. Spitting out blasphemy, Using profanity. Why not be in harmony? Treat strangers like family. Going to love unconditionally, I know my personality. Don't need this scrutiny. I know who I will be, Just watch and see.

Story Behind: Hope you like this poem. Never rest without success Topic: A Voice Behind When into sorrow, my poor soul sinks When a sound of despair in my heart rings I'm strongly pushed to do my best By a voice that says, "There is still hope you dare not rest." When chains of sorrow surround me well When in my self, I feel like hell I'm forced to face life with its tests By a voice that says,"There is still hope you dare not rest." When I just feel like crying aloud When all my worries rise like a cloud I'm guarded safe like a bird in its nest By a voice that says,"There is still hope you dare not rest." From all my fears, I now am free I'm good and strong, I could clearly see, But can anyone say, is it from east or west That I hear the voice, "There is still hope you dare not rest." With hope and courage, I just am full Because of the voice, that gave me a very strong pull It's my loving God, the...

Story Behind: This poem I wrote was an inspirational look at life in general and the reason we live as we do because some of us never stop. Topic: Never Stop Being You Never stop caring about the little things in life. Never stop dreaming, and don't give into strife. Never stop wondering are we on our own. Never stop thinking has your spirituality grown. Never stop building bridges that lead to better tomorrows. Never stop trying, and don't give into sorrow. Never stop feeling amazed at the beauty that surrounds you. Never stop hearing the music, and don't give into the blues. Never stop pushing away negative thoughts that make you feel sad. Never stop looking at the all the miracles we have had. Never stop loving the ones you hold dear. Never stop giving, and don't give into the fear. Never stop smiling, but look forward to each new day. Never stop shining in your own special way. Never forget that all storms will clear. Remember brighte...

Story Behind: I wrote this poem on my 16 birthday just to show that even though my life isn't perfect I still love it and wouldn't change a thing about it. Through It All Friends come and go Life flies by right before your eyes. You loose ones you love Yet through it all you still love your life. People leave you to fight alone You put on a fake smile to hide all your pain Yet someone still knows your hurt. Through it all you still put on a front to satisfy those around you Thorough it all you wouldn't change a thing Through it all you wouldn't trade your life for fame. You build a wall to try to keep from getting hurt You lock up you heart and throw away the key to see who cares enough to look for the key Through it all there's not many people that got you to open up yet still you love it all. Struggles meet you in the face to watch you slip up Yet through it all you wouldn't change a thing. Through it all you wouldn't change a ...

Story behind : Why don't people understand me? Why do things always happen this way why does my heart choose to stay closed why can't you hear my pain this is all I ask hear me again hear my cries at night help me face my fears tonight so tell me why can't I find you again why can't you be here when I need you no one understands who I am where I've been where I'm going why do things always happen this way but I now understand no one gets me what I need what I want people can't you see I'm a guy in need hear my plea...........

What I Feel C'est La Vie If only I knew how's it going to be If only when I try to fix things, they became better If only I was certain of how others feel And if only people believed what I say... If I knew how to show what I really felt If I knew how to make people understand If I knew how to make them believe If I knew how to make them happy If making people happy doesn't leave me sad If making them understand doesn't make me an ignorant If making them believe doesn't make me a liar And if letting them know how I feel doesn't leave me numb Things would've never reached that point I know I would be in a much happier place No one would ever blame me for not caring No one would blame me for not thinking That's life ....You're never certain You never know, you're never sure You're not going to live that dream of yours And life would never be "trouble free" You have to live with what you have You try to fix ...

Changing Life This is really just about how I feel at the moment.. everyone has turned on me and it's hard to change your life after you already have a reputation... love all y'all thanks for reading... Complication!! In a world filled with changes each and every day.. I feel I'm being judged for what I do and say.. I remember back to Barbies and play days at the park.. When I didn't worry about other people's remarks.. Now looking in the mirror I see to my surprise.. A completely different person staring in my eyes.. The carefree little boy I saw at 14 and 15.. Is now becoming an Adult... Just trying to survive...

Story behind: Living Life With Purpose Poem I began writing poetry not too long ago. I like to sit and think and write about things that come to my mind. It's not something I'm always doing in my spare time because Schooling  is my main thing at the moment. I hope you enjoy it, and please tell me what you think. Short Life Summary Life and death; without one there cannot be the other. For some it's short, but they live it like no other. For most it's long, and to be happy they don't ever bother. Life cannot be lived without the love of others. The second we are born is the second we begin to die. As a child, we live life and don't worry why. As we grow, it gets tougher and we don't want to try. Like everything else, it will end and we'll have to say goodbye. Whether it's twenty years or one hundred-twenty, Live it with a purpose to be greater than many. Most likely life will be long; So live it with the future in mind Beca...

Tick tock...tick tock... life is counting down on your internal clock. Memories which were as if they occurred yesterday, turn to flashes of moments that seem to fade away. People you once knew walk by without a clue. The times you once shared exist as if you were never there. Years fly...friends die... and you never know when you'll say your last goodbye. Oh, how I wish I could turn back time, spend it with loved ones and cherish what was once mine. Or to go back even more, being a kid in a candy store. How I miss the way I used to feel on Christmas day when Santa was real. But back to reality...back to today, family is scarce and memories continue to fade away. Tick tock...tick tock... how I wish I could control this clock.

Poem: What I Want Poet: Ahanotu Fednand I Am Powerful! Whatever I set my mind on having, I will have. Whatever I decide to be, I will be. The evidence is all around me. The power of my Will has brought me precisely to where I am right now. I have made the choices. I have held the thoughts. I have taken the actions to create my current reality. And I have the power to change it into whatever I want it to be. With the choices I make, I am constantly fulfilling the vision I have for my life. If that does not seem to be the case - Then I am deceiving myself about what I really want. Because what I really, truly want, I will get! What I truly wanted in the past, I already have. If I want to build a billion-dollar business, I will take the actions necessary to do it. If I want to sit comfortably watching TV night after night - I will take the actions necessary for that. Don't be disappointed in my results - they're just the outward manifestation of my priori...