For “Locks Of Love” this sonnet is written
to celebrate my shortest haircut ever
a look with which I am totally smitten
I am amazed at how much I could sever!
Having made a donation two times before
but growing enough to keep a shoulder length
such a drastic change no one could ignore
I feared like Sampson, I could lose my strength
Yet I looked in the mirror and saw not a fright
as I held my ponytail up high
my new style was such a delight
that I encourage others to give it a try!
To cutting such lengths, many may scoff
but along with the inches, I took ten years off!

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I know the Truth about you
though you may be in denial
you need not build a case
for you are not on trial

I know the Truth about you
and the pain you feel inside
fighting to maintain illusion
but you can no longer hide

Because I know the Truth
and the way that I can tell
is having been there myself
I’ve lived in that same hell

I remember the guilt and shame
always feeling so crucified
so that my every action
somehow HAD to be justified

I am not your judge or jury
here to give you some sentence
nor am I minister or priest
demanding your repentence

I know the Truth about you
because I know the Truth about me
We are perfect Children of God
it is the Light in you I see

No matter how you try to cloak it
through your seeming sense of lack
no matter how you try to repel it
seeing only injustice and attack

I can see the Light in you
a beam of Divine perfection
shining so brightly from you
I can see my own reflection

It is the Truth of who you are
It is the only thing I know
It is, was, and always has been
though you struggle with letting it show

So I will be vigilant
in doing the part that is mine
and know the Truth about you
whether or not you let it shine

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For My Husband on Christmas

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Here is a poem to share with others this Holiday Season. Personal Verse continues the Holiday Gift Special of a set of FREE NOTECARDS with the purchase of a custom poem.

With winter upon us
and loved ones near
we celebrate the Holidays
with good will and cheer
putting problems aside
and situations we fear
Let’s take all of our joy
with us into the New Year
in an inspired direction
onward we shall steer
though some may scoff
and snicker and sneer
we can behold the Truth
that is ever so clear
that Love is not novelty
for a seasonal premiere
but All that We Are
and has always been here
so I say now to everyone
to get it in gear
and share Only Love
The Gift most sincere

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We have been blessed, EVERY ONE!

Please enjoy this polar bear inspired video

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When you go to vote on Election Day
think of the Northern Lights
The miracle of their colors,
when caught within our sight,

And the great white bears beneath them,
struggling to stay alive
Even in normal conditions,
it is difficult for them to survive.
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What conditions are abnormal?
A question you might ask.
It is a condition that is global. 
Will you be up to the task?

Of protecting the endangered,
from the brink of their extinction-
Yes I speak of Climate Change
I will make that very distinction.

Whether you believe it to be a hoax,
made up by scientists,
Or a bunch of commie liberals,
too chicken to enlist.

It does not matter either way-
whether climate change is natural,
Or if there is just some movement
by believers in the celestial.

In the warning color of RED,
A flag is waving high.
POLAR BEARS are drowning! 
Will you let them continue to die?

Please heed this dire warning,
for many species can not last
Climate change may be natural,
but it is happening WAY TOO FAST.

So remember on Election Day,
that each vote can make a difference.
We can accept the current climate,
or continue our earth’s existence. 

 Photos by Jim Sindt, Churchill , Manitoba , October 2004

Please pass this on for the polar bears.

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Here is the poem I put into my letter of resignation at the law office I’ve been employed by for the last seven years.  I’m devoting all my time to Personal Verse.  Look for new items, posts, and pages in the coming month.

I thought I could continue
to stay on in a part time capacity
but it has become ever so clear
that would not be the best choice for me

To change the course of my journey
with this job I must have closure
so I may fully pursue my heart’s desire
that I must do this now, I am sure

Yet I am leaving heavy hearted
It has been quite difficult to let go
of the people I’ve grown to love
and a profession I’ve come to know

I’ve decided to leave my position
as your law office administrator
with this, my poem of resignation
and faith and trust in my Creator

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Awhile ago a woman named Cathy McClanahan called me to share that she likes to verse just like me!  She has a business making custom made greetings cards, including her original verse.  We decided to play a game and verse back and forth to each other.  I have her permission to share what we have “so far”.  My words are in black and Cathy’s are in pink.

I got a call from this woman
all the way from Tennessee
She said that she makes cards
with verses just like me.

So we’re forming an alliance
in which we each will play our part,
to create a “first” in history
co-written from our hearts.

two poets who love to verse
and share with others a gift
not a dark, contemplative poem
but some words that will uplift.

For any given situation
For anyone who’s special to you,
We will create a custom greeting
Like Hallmark could never do!

It’s funny you would say that
I compare myself to Hallmark
But our direct, personal touch
gives our verse an added spark-

If you met down by the river,
Or were attracted by his silly grin,
As soon as he reads the verse,
He will know it’s meant just for him!

You can talk about the things
that only you will understand
not like a store bought card
or an expression that is canned.

Let someone know they’re “special”
Thank another for being “kind”,
insert a cute little nickname.
you can totally blow their mind!

Whether you are the best man
or perhaps the frantic bride
you get to edit the work
on the final draft you decide

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I had posted a poem to my brother a couple of weeks ago, and it has disappeared into cyber space.  Luckily, I still have my hand-written version of it, so here it is again.

Ode to my Bro

He claims I’ve never written him one
so this poem is for my brother
Mom said when no one is left in the world
all we would have is each other

Though that was often said to us
when we fought as siblings often do
I guess the bond of brother and sister
can somehow make that statement true

We are each our only sibling
and I enjoy the rank of younger female
The benefits of having a big brother
are more than these words entail

Growing up we were confidantes
figuring out what Mom and Dad would say
I would often go to my brother first
and still can to this very day

I had my own personal coach
not only in athletics, but also in life
and he would always stick up for me
even if I am the source of my own strife

A caring protective older brother
who allowed me to often tag along
He taught me that I could do for myself
and to keep my spirit going strong

and though he likes to taunt and tease
I know he thinks the world of me
Always ready to give me his best advice
between us there is no rivalry

The most wondrous thing I can say about him,
the best (and only) brother I ever had
is I get to see him interact with his children
He is even better as a Dad

Thank you bro- for everything
you’ve been my coach, my confidante and friend
I’d go on and on as I’ve said before
but this poem must have an end.

I love you Johnny!

Feel free to adjust this poem to give to your own sibling, or someone special to you.

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