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Tag Archives: poetry
Time Triptych
Here are some poignant pieces by our fellow poet, Steve Pfister. We hope you enjoy these views of time, our mortal yet fickle companion. Midnight Butterfly Wings pressed against blue moon- Your shadow soars on shifting winds- Your image floats … Continue reading
Posted in Inspiration, inspiration, Nostalgia, Poetry, Slice of life, Uncategorized, Writing
Tagged nostalgia, poetry, Steve Pfister, time passing, writing inspiration
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Kansas On My Mind
We had the pleasure this week of meeting an area poet, Steve Pfister. He is a long time Kansan who celebrates the beauty and mystery of the land around us. We at Pen In Hand hope you enjoy his unique … Continue reading
Posted in Family, History, Nostalgia, Poetry, Slice of life, Writing
Tagged abandoned houses, Kansas poetry, limestone houses, poetry, Steve Pfister, windmills
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Smoke Rings
This young woman’s old spirit vibrates through her words. Amazing, Julsey! Smoke Rings.
Posted in Short story, Slice of life, Writing
Tagged friendship, heartbreak, love, poetry, romance, writing inspiration
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Life
by John Borel We spend most of these few years we have Collecting things, screening them, selecting Our friends, skills, and tools, Houses, cars, furniture , books and magazines Our ideas, songs, values and favorite phrases. And then one day, … Continue reading
Posted in Family, History, Nostalgia, Slice of life
Tagged Death, end of life, John Borel, materialism, mortality, poetry
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On A Midnight Clear
By John Borel The White Christmas Rabbit On a beautiful cold wintery morning We awaken to a white world of snow. Nature has brought another miracle. Science tells us the how and why But our minds still say it’s a … Continue reading
Words
By Catherine Hedge Words…. Heard or unheard Written Whispered Shouted Sung With the power to sting, slander, and slay Or to teach, heal, and inspire We have the right to words…and the responsibility For all the words of the past … Continue reading
Words of Wonder
One of the greatest pleasures in life is watching someone begin to read and enjoy words. It happens so fast, like magic. Back in November, my grandson was accomplished with his name, a few phrases, and lots of words on … Continue reading
Don’t Tell Me I’m A Loser
Don’t Tell Me I’m A Loser.
Posted in inspiration, parenting, Slice of life, Teaching
Tagged child-raising, Mom's handbook, parenting, poetry, raising teenagers, respecting teenagers, self-esteem, survival
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Don’t Tell Me I’m A Loser
by Catherine Hedge One of the saddest moments of my teaching career was when I heard a parent say in front of his child, “He’s just a loser.” I’ll never forget the image of the boy dropping his chin to … Continue reading