A New Road



Cheryl's Song



Lisa's Farewell



Pamela's Game



William - Uncle Ralph





A New Road

So long ago, it seems, my life was changed in special ways.
My future, bleak, without a mate to help me through the days.
My children, fatherless, alone though much to young to care.
A single parent, just like me, came with his love to share.

Two broken families upon life's road, with cautious fear
Made friends and watched a blossoming of hope begin, my dear.
A mother's love, I brought, and you, a father's kind, firm hand.
Our shared load, so much lighter now, makes life with you so grand.

First friends, then lovers we became. We walked, once more that aisle.
Words fail their task to thank you for your love, friendship and smile.
Our home is now so full of life, a joyful place to be
Nine years? Time flies when love and life are shared by such as we.

These words are pale expression's for the love I feel for you.
Your soft caress, your warmth, friendship, for all the things you do.
Our lives, now blessed by God, are all I ever hoped they'd be.
I love you more than ever on this anniversary.

For David & Pam's 9th Anniversary





Cheryl's Song

Joe, here's a special anniversary poem, with love for you,
To thank you for the life we've had and all that we've been through.
Your strength; my gift from God, carried us tho' sometimes were hard.
The love and friendship that you gave, an undeserved reward.

The face you showed the world is tough, inside; you're tenderness.
Your care and feelings, hid from most; are given me, and bless.
True friends and lovers we have been and it's my hope and prayer
That people of this world might have what we, together, share.

For near a quarter century, we've walked through trials, head high
Shared laughter and good times together, treasures one can't buy.
I know you've never cared to much for poetry, my dear
But you're a song my heart still sings whenever you are near.


For Joe & Cheryl on their 24th anniversary





Lisa's Farewell

The question's in your hearts and minds should be, "What can I do?"
How can I make a difference? What is false, and what is true?
How will I live my life or raise my children in this mess?
Not shallow thoughts like, "Will that gorgeous hunk see my new dress?"

Our generation, so confused, has never understood
The bigotry and apathy that's rampant in our 'hood.
Why "hate" and "death" are more familiar than is "love" and "life".
Why "war" and "poverty" are all we see. Why "gun" and "knife"?

Shine Hope's bright beacon on your path in life, for "you" are truth.
It is your obligation and your right to change by youth.
Remake this world as it should be, not as the earth now seems.
Together, we can do this. Show the world your strength and dreams!

I bid you all farewell, the best of life, in coming years.
I will not say "goodbye" to friends I've made. That would bring tears.
For those who have prepared themselves to live upon this earth,
Go forth; improve it where you can. "You" are this worlds rebirth!


Written especially for Lisa's speech at her Junior/Senior Banquets ceremonies.





Pamela's Game

This game you play upon the net
With strangers you have never met
Called CHAT, I just don't understand.
Is it that great? Are they that grand?

Soft hands, send words and thoughts, not heard;
Fly 'cross the keys like frightened bird.
Enroute to rooms spread 'round the earth,
You share your dreams; your grief and mirth.

The green-eyed monster, Jealousy
Has raised its head and frightens me.
It says "You're losing her!", and sneers
At my belief and groundless fears.

The love I feel for you is strong
Your happiness can not be wrong
But though you love me just as much
I feel as if I'm losing touch

With you each day you play that game.
Our wedded bliss is not the same.
I know I'm selfish; but confused
And worried that a thief has used

The "net" and "chat" to steal your heart
From me. These thoughts I must impart
I'd rather "chat" without the keys
And share your dreams you send with ease

To someone I shall never see.
Or care to know, for I am "me"!
My jealousy and fear, love lost,
The wasted time, emotions tossed,

Are feelings that you put me through!
When your with "Them", I'm not with you!


For David & Pam.(C.H.A.T.-Can Husband Attend Too?)



William - Uncle Ralph

"Why must you leave, dear Uncle Ralph? How can you be so calm, serene?
With so much more to see and do, why aren't you angry? I would be!"
He answered me with twinkling smile, " I go to view new sights, unseen.
I'll walk new paths with mom and pop. Live in a place God made for me."

"God didn't make enough tomorrows for the things we did not say."
"He didn't put the hours we need to be with those we dearly love."
And Ralph, with wisdom in his voice said, "There is always time to pray."
"And when I'm gone your thoughts and words shall fly to me like snow white dove."

What of all your grandchildren, Ralph; how shall we e're explain to them?
Why you were taken, 'fore your time, walked calmly into death's long shade.
"Tell them to roam this bounteous land and view the wondrous sights with Him,
For time grows short and when God calls, I shall come running, unafraid!"

"I've lived a life so rich and full, though not as long as I had thought.
God's gifts have been without compare for such a mortal man as me.
With head held high I walk the path to God above, which Christ's blood bought.
And know that I, in God's on plan, lived all my life as it should be."

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