POEM OF THE MONTH : APRIL 2013
" PERSPECTIVE "
TO REFLECT AND MEDITATE
TO EMBRACE AND REVEAL
THERE'S SOMETHING ABOUT GOD'S PRESENCE
THAT IS AMONGST US
TO INSPIRE, ENGAGE, HEAL
NATURE'S BEAUTY
SERENE AND CALM
YET AT OTHER TIMES INTENSE , DARK, FIERCE
SIMPLE, SUBTLE
INTRIGUING, MYSTERIOUS
RAW , VULNERABLE, REVEAL, DEAL
SURVIVAL, DEATH , RESURRECTION
DAWNING AND DUSK
ISOLATED, CONTEMPLATED,COMPLICATED
INSPIRING AND RENEW, FEEL
SILENCE SOMETIMES IS BLISS
PONDERING AND PRAYER
GOD'S EVERYWHERE
LET YOUR SPIRIT YEARN TO LEARN
THAT'S THE OBJECTIVE, AFFIRMATIVE
TO EACH THEIR OWN
PERSPECTIVE...
~JackiHopper2013~
POEM OF THE MONTH : SEPTEMBER 2012
" AUTUMN HARVEST ":
The scent of Fall has come upon us once more
The air crisp and clear
Remnants of Summer somewhat lingers
What is in store
Crops are collected
Rural fairs begin
Darkness starts to arrive early
The leaves turn and fall off once again
The smell of pumpkin and spices
School has begun
Time to reflect and be thankful
Of all that one has and then some
And for that we are truly blessed
Here's to another Autumn Harvest...
© Jacki Hopper2012~
The scent of Fall has come upon us once more
The air crisp and clear
Remnants of Summer somewhat lingers
What is in store
Crops are collected
Rural fairs begin
Darkness starts to arrive early
The leaves turn and fall off once again
The smell of pumpkin and spices
School has begun
Time to reflect and be thankful
Of all that one has and then some
And for that we are truly blessed
Here's to another Autumn Harvest...
© Jacki Hopper2012~
******POEM OF THE MONTH: AUGUST 2012******
" HUMIDITY BLUES "
LONESOME LANDS ARE DRY
AS HUMANS TRY TO QUENCH THEIR THIRST
DURING THIS TIME WE PRAY FOR SOME NEEDED RAIN
A SERIOUS DOWSING
COME ON CLOUDS AT NIGHT...BURST
THE SWEAT DANCES AND CASCADES
AND WE FEEL SO EXHAUSTED, ALMOST DEAD
WHILE SOME GET DOWNRIGHT CRANKY
AND OTHERS JUST LOVE THIS AND HAVE FUN
THERE COMES A TIME AND PLACE WHERE
THERE NEEDS TO BE A BALANCE OF WET, SUN
DROUGHTS, FIRES
WATERS DISSAPPEARING FAST
NO IDEA HOW LONG THIS WILL LAST
WILL BE THANKFUL WHEN THE MIRACLE IS CAST
AND THE WEATHER WILL BE MORE KINDLY
ONCE AGAIN EMBRACE THE SUMMER'S SERENDIPITY
RATHER THAN THE QUITE OBNOXIOUS
ALMOST INTOLERABLE AUGUST HUMIDITY...
~ JACKI HOPPER2012~
'" HOT JULY "
WHY OH WHY
MUST IT BE SO DRY
NATURE WANTS IT BADLY
I CAN ALMOST CRY
I LIKE THE SUMMER THAT JULY NORMALLY BRINGS
CELEBRATING CANADA DAY AND MANY OTHER THINGS
GRASS IS YELLOW LOST ITS GREEN
MOISTURE IS NOWHERE TO BE FOUND OR SEEN
DROUGHT AND DRYNESS SEEMS TO BE THE WAY
I HOPE THAT SOON IT WILL END ONE DAY
I LOVE ICE CREAM AND HAVE HAD IT ALOT
NOT MUCH EATING AS ITS SO FRIGGIN HOT
PLEASE LORD AS I LOOK TO THE SKY COULD YOU HELP EASE UP ON THE HOT JULY...
© Jacki Hopper2012~
WHY OH WHY
MUST IT BE SO DRY
NATURE WANTS IT BADLY
I CAN ALMOST CRY
I LIKE THE SUMMER THAT JULY NORMALLY BRINGS
CELEBRATING CANADA DAY AND MANY OTHER THINGS
GRASS IS YELLOW LOST ITS GREEN
MOISTURE IS NOWHERE TO BE FOUND OR SEEN
DROUGHT AND DRYNESS SEEMS TO BE THE WAY
I HOPE THAT SOON IT WILL END ONE DAY
I LOVE ICE CREAM AND HAVE HAD IT ALOT
NOT MUCH EATING AS ITS SO FRIGGIN HOT
PLEASE LORD AS I LOOK TO THE SKY COULD YOU HELP EASE UP ON THE HOT JULY...
© Jacki Hopper2012~
POEM OF THE MONTH : JULY 2012
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POEM OF THE MONTH : JUNE 2012
"WHAT IT IS LIKE TO HAVE A DAD - FATHER'S DAY 2010"
( IN LOVING MEMORY TO dAD WHO PASSED IN 2011 )
Here is a poem I did for Father's Day 2010, but since Dad passed on in 2011, it has special meaning now :
Because of him I was born
Thankful to him I may be
As I've become older
Some of the heriditary traits are prominent
As I've now come to see
As a child I do recall
How my Dad was quite handsome
And seemed tall
Kind of quiet
A tad shy
As his only daughter amongst two boys
I think I'm the apple of his eye
My mother God Bless her
Fifteen years gone
Somehow in the aftermass of it
With Dad's own health issues
He had found the strength and perserverence
To continue on
Now in a nursing home
In good care
I visit him daily
I want to be there
He knows who I am
But not the time , year or day
His mind is somewhere else
That changes frequently
What can I say
He's content I'm sure
And yet he is fragile and getting old
He's been through the ringer
But oh the stories he once told
It's sad to sometimes see him
At this point and in this place
But he continues to be who he is
Always will I love him
I thank God for his presence and grace
All in all
With spankings and scoldings such
In times of joy and anger
Our heated arguments due to our similarities
I can't complain much
I'm just glad
In conclusion this sums up for me
What it means to have a Dad...
©JackiHopper2012~
( IN LOVING MEMORY TO dAD WHO PASSED IN 2011 )
Here is a poem I did for Father's Day 2010, but since Dad passed on in 2011, it has special meaning now :
Because of him I was born
Thankful to him I may be
As I've become older
Some of the heriditary traits are prominent
As I've now come to see
As a child I do recall
How my Dad was quite handsome
And seemed tall
Kind of quiet
A tad shy
As his only daughter amongst two boys
I think I'm the apple of his eye
My mother God Bless her
Fifteen years gone
Somehow in the aftermass of it
With Dad's own health issues
He had found the strength and perserverence
To continue on
Now in a nursing home
In good care
I visit him daily
I want to be there
He knows who I am
But not the time , year or day
His mind is somewhere else
That changes frequently
What can I say
He's content I'm sure
And yet he is fragile and getting old
He's been through the ringer
But oh the stories he once told
It's sad to sometimes see him
At this point and in this place
But he continues to be who he is
Always will I love him
I thank God for his presence and grace
All in all
With spankings and scoldings such
In times of joy and anger
Our heated arguments due to our similarities
I can't complain much
I'm just glad
In conclusion this sums up for me
What it means to have a Dad...
©JackiHopper2012~
********************** POEM OF THE MONTH ***********************************
MAY 2012
" May Time Delight "
Now it is the month of May
So much goes on what can i say
The flowers have begun to bloom
Allergies start , only too soon
Love is indeed in the air
And the waters flow sweet
We honour our beloved Mothers
For all that they do and are
We are pleased to show our gratitude with a treat
Sometimes it rains
And sunshine most of the time
Inspiration all around
In its natural rythm and rhyme
What a glorious sight
May Time Delight...
Copyright~JackiHopper2012~
" AYE-SPRING HAS SPRUNG "
Finally , finally at long last
The snow has vanished to Winter's Past
Welcome the flowers, grass
Warm breezes
Itchy eyes, scratchy throat and
the sneezes
Outdoor markets
Kids all around
Making their noises of
play
All day
The birds have returned singing their sweet song
The
damned ol seagulls just multiplied near frenchfry smells
Their annoyance and
presence strong
We celebrate Easter and Passover
Eat the chocolate bunnies
and such
Sometimes in extreme
That our tummies express much
Ah the
laundry out on the line
Smelling crisp and fine
While there are wiffs of
cow dung
Aye- Spring has sprung...
~JackiHopper2012~
The snow has vanished to Winter's Past
Welcome the flowers, grass
Warm breezes
Itchy eyes, scratchy throat and
the sneezes
Outdoor markets
Kids all around
Making their noises of
play
All day
The birds have returned singing their sweet song
The
damned ol seagulls just multiplied near frenchfry smells
Their annoyance and
presence strong
We celebrate Easter and Passover
Eat the chocolate bunnies
and such
Sometimes in extreme
That our tummies express much
Ah the
laundry out on the line
Smelling crisp and fine
While there are wiffs of
cow dung
Aye- Spring has sprung...
~JackiHopper2012~
" March Is March "
What a finicky pernickety month it truly is
It can be calm as can be
Or just irratic forget the bliss
Either in like a lion or a lamb
Sometimes you wonder or give a darn
You just want Spring to be here
As fast as it can come
As your tired of the Winter
Twiddle-dee, Tweedle-dum
Bring on the flowers
Lush green grass
Outdoor patios
Nice weather brings out folks by the mass
Never one to be
Exact and predictible
No sir ree
More like sporadic and sometimes harsh
Then again nice and bright
The smell of outdoor linen on the lines
Crisp with a touch of nature's starch
What can I say
But March is March...
- Copyright~JackiHopper2012~
" FEBRUARY FROLIC "
" February Frolic "
Every four years it comes along
February gets an extra day
You can't go wrong
For a short month
It 's jammed and yet compact
How it 's all possible
Boggles the mind
But remains a fact
Where else can Love and Chocolate
and speaking of the Heart
To Family Day , Pancakes
Ash Wednesday
And that's just for a start
Almost forgot Groundhog Day
Not always right or wrong
Either wer have an extended winter
Or Spring will soon be along
So enjoy this month
As it rather symbolic
Take part in the February Frolic...
Copyright~JackiHopper2012~
POEM OF THE MONTH : JANUARY 2012
" WELCOME ALL THINGS NEW "
The year is new as we start fresh
Looking forward and not back
Perhaps have resolutions to try to stick with
Or just go with the flow and not slack
Perservere with your dreams and goals
Let the dawn of your ambitions arise
The horizon of your inspirations
Full of promise and faith
As well as blessings and plesant surprise
Focus on your fruit of the spirit
Believe and share
Pray and receive too
I wish to welcome all things new...
©JackiHopper2012~
" GOODBYE 2011 ".... SPECIAL LAST POEM FOR 2011 ....
At last another year has come and gone
Not one of my favourites in the least
For to lose a loved one so dear
Taken by the death's beast
The memories will live on
For that I am sincere
But darn it all really
I'd rather have Dad here
Other than that, good things did come
But that was the highlight true
Tears still do come about
Now and then but few
On the flip side of things I did achieve
A momentous moment almost hard to believe
But in my mind I did concieve
And boy could I appreciate
To add to my Royal encounters over the years
Prince William, worth the overnight wait
Kate I only saw while she walked by his side
I did take a pic of them two
And I smiled with pride
Many things happened over the year
Good with the bad
In balance , I suppose
Happy yet sad
And I know Dad's laughing at me now
With Mom and others in Heaven
I conclude with Hello 2012
Goodbye 2011...
©JackiHopper2011~
POEM OFTHE MONTH : OCTOBER 2012
" Inspired By Autumn "
There before our eyes
Beautiful and serene
The multitude intertwining of colours
Bold and true
The crispness of the air
Brings vibrancy from within
Something about this time of year
Giving Thanks and to ponder
Also to remind you
Of what's around the corner
White stuff yonder
Take a moment
Embrace
Look forward of what is around you
And to come
Everyday in this season
To be inspired by Autumn...
Copyright~ Jacki Hopper2012 ~
Poem of the month: DECEMBER 2011
" CHRISTMAS EMBRACE "
This is the season as with every year
To share our love and blessings, gifts
Being sincere
To sing Christmas carols and songs
To Pray and Rejoice
Be of Faith
Celebrate The Mighty King
Our Sacred Savior and Redeemer
Hallelujah , Hallelujah
Allow God to be your Spiritual Wing
To let your Soul soar
In all it's Heavenly Splendour
Surrender
The pleasure of Santa to children
See the smiles upon their face
In knowing His Presence
Jublilation, the Grace
Amen , Christmas Embrace...
© JackiHopper2011~
POEM OF THE MONTH : NOVEMBER 2011
November , November
Somewhat solemn and sombre
As we acknowledge those soldiers row upon row
Remembering their strife
... How they sacrificed their life
To give freedom that we appreciate and know
November , November
Sneaking up onto December
Winter's a hop /skip/jump away
Christmas Season
The Gifts, Love and Peace
Spending time with family and friends
Spirits increase
November, November
Enjoy your time here and then you are gone
Return next year
And we'll all sing your song...
© JackiHopper2011~
" OCTOBER HORIZONS "
The sky is alive with emotion
As colours dance across left to right
From the brightness of daytime sun
To the illuminous , celestial trance of the moon of night
Leaves say goodbye
As they touch down on the ground
The sound of them crunching
When feet are around
We are thankful at Thanksgiving
As we harvest what we have and share best
The signs of Winter in the not so distant future
Though subtle but sometimes rude in its awakening
Trick ot Treat upon Halloween
Where kids are made up to be seen
To get as much candy
That is keen
The last of Summer has preety much come to a close
Tis sad but I look forward to the next year, I suppose
This is the time to reflect and take stock
To ponder forward , not to mock
Go out and enjoy
Nature's gifts at this time
October Horizons...
©JackiHopper2011~
As colours dance across left to right
From the brightness of daytime sun
To the illuminous , celestial trance of the moon of night
Leaves say goodbye
As they touch down on the ground
The sound of them crunching
When feet are around
We are thankful at Thanksgiving
As we harvest what we have and share best
The signs of Winter in the not so distant future
Though subtle but sometimes rude in its awakening
Trick ot Treat upon Halloween
Where kids are made up to be seen
To get as much candy
That is keen
The last of Summer has preety much come to a close
Tis sad but I look forward to the next year, I suppose
This is the time to reflect and take stock
To ponder forward , not to mock
Go out and enjoy
Nature's gifts at this time
October Horizons...
©JackiHopper2011~
" AUTUMN WALTZ "
As nature keeps in time with rhythms
Dancing with leaves and wind
God paints the landscape truly
In earthly colours
Bold and crisp
The aromas of spice and pumpkin
And turkey and the like
While you hang on to the very last remnants of Summer
Perhaps you weep or grin
Harvest of abundance
In all shapes and size
It's what you get out of it
Spiritually, literally
Maybe a surprise
The music it plays onward
In its own accordance and in tune
Time to enjoy the symphony
With the sun and stars and moon
Autumn Waltz...
© JackiHopper2011~
As nature keeps in time with rhythms
Dancing with leaves and wind
God paints the landscape truly
In earthly colours
Bold and crisp
The aromas of spice and pumpkin
And turkey and the like
While you hang on to the very last remnants of Summer
Perhaps you weep or grin
Harvest of abundance
In all shapes and size
It's what you get out of it
Spiritually, literally
Maybe a surprise
The music it plays onward
In its own accordance and in tune
Time to enjoy the symphony
With the sun and stars and moon
Autumn Waltz...
© JackiHopper2011~
" AMY WINEHOUSE TRIBUTE "
A rare talent that once in awhile comes along
Though her personality sometimes didn't seem
Like it did belong
Unique in voice
And definitely her own style
While it seems thst certain demons took over
Being destructive and vile
Though her life was an interesting road
Sometimes emtional traffic
Was too much of a load
Her songs when sung
Revealed anguish and anger with pain
Perhaps it was therapy for her
Time and again
Regardless of whatever opinions you hold
Of her and think
To her behaviour, outfits
Her sometimes sobriety
Her love to drink
But I believe she wasn't a fool
She could certainly play killer pool
Even though being twenty -seven was her last call
She was trying musically , perhaps personally
To give it her all
Amy I believe had become somewhat lost
Through all her turmoil she didn't fully realize
At what cost
I'd like to think she was perhaps becoming at long last found
Beginning to take a more positive ground
I'm sorry Amy that you had left this world
But your legacy lingers on
May you find peace wherever you are at
And help your family be strong...
Copyright~ JackiHopper2011~
Though her personality sometimes didn't seem
Like it did belong
Unique in voice
And definitely her own style
While it seems thst certain demons took over
Being destructive and vile
Though her life was an interesting road
Sometimes emtional traffic
Was too much of a load
Her songs when sung
Revealed anguish and anger with pain
Perhaps it was therapy for her
Time and again
Regardless of whatever opinions you hold
Of her and think
To her behaviour, outfits
Her sometimes sobriety
Her love to drink
But I believe she wasn't a fool
She could certainly play killer pool
Even though being twenty -seven was her last call
She was trying musically , perhaps personally
To give it her all
Amy I believe had become somewhat lost
Through all her turmoil she didn't fully realize
At what cost
I'd like to think she was perhaps becoming at long last found
Beginning to take a more positive ground
I'm sorry Amy that you had left this world
But your legacy lingers on
May you find peace wherever you are at
And help your family be strong...
Copyright~ JackiHopper2011~
" AUGUST MOON "
iN THE HEAT OF A SUMMER'S SKY
SWEAT AND HUMIDITY DANCE IN SYCRONICITY
THUNDER AND LIGHTENING COMPLIMENTS OR NOT
ICE CREAM AND BBQS
COTTAGES AND TRAILERS ALONG A LAKE
WHAT A PRIVILEGE IT IS
TO HAVE THE MORNING SUN SHINE IN
TO BRING YOU AWAKE
THE FIREFLIES DO THEIR THING
WHILE THE LOONS SING OF THEIR OWN CALL
MEMORIES OF SUMMER TIME TRULY
ARE ONE OF THE BEST OF ALL
BUT ALAS IT COMES TO AN END
AND SEPTEMBER WILL BE UPON US SOON
IN OUR MINDS AND HEART
LET US NOT FORGET THE AUGUST MOON...
Copyright~JackiHopper2011~
iN THE HEAT OF A SUMMER'S SKY
SWEAT AND HUMIDITY DANCE IN SYCRONICITY
THUNDER AND LIGHTENING COMPLIMENTS OR NOT
ICE CREAM AND BBQS
COTTAGES AND TRAILERS ALONG A LAKE
WHAT A PRIVILEGE IT IS
TO HAVE THE MORNING SUN SHINE IN
TO BRING YOU AWAKE
THE FIREFLIES DO THEIR THING
WHILE THE LOONS SING OF THEIR OWN CALL
MEMORIES OF SUMMER TIME TRULY
ARE ONE OF THE BEST OF ALL
BUT ALAS IT COMES TO AN END
AND SEPTEMBER WILL BE UPON US SOON
IN OUR MINDS AND HEART
LET US NOT FORGET THE AUGUST MOON...
Copyright~JackiHopper2011~
POEM OF THE MONTH : JULY 2011
" JULY TIME "
In this time we shall suffer
With insane heat that comes and goes
Wild and wooly thunderstorms
With otherr things going I suppose
Time for berry picking
Perhaps a local rural fair
Cruisin on Saturday nights
On a beach while the wind whispers in your hair
Sit out and BBQ
Enjoy the smokey feast
Marshmallows roasting
Remember that campfire treat ?
The loons in conversation
In the waters as we hear
The fireflies dancing
Cottages and trailers bliss
Nothing like this month
A taste of Summer
To remember and not to miss
It has its own rythm and ryhme
Ice Cream and Gelato calling
It's July Time...
Copyright~ JackiHopper2011~
" JULY TIME "
In this time we shall suffer
With insane heat that comes and goes
Wild and wooly thunderstorms
With otherr things going I suppose
Time for berry picking
Perhaps a local rural fair
Cruisin on Saturday nights
On a beach while the wind whispers in your hair
Sit out and BBQ
Enjoy the smokey feast
Marshmallows roasting
Remember that campfire treat ?
The loons in conversation
In the waters as we hear
The fireflies dancing
Cottages and trailers bliss
Nothing like this month
A taste of Summer
To remember and not to miss
It has its own rythm and ryhme
Ice Cream and Gelato calling
It's July Time...
Copyright~ JackiHopper2011~
POEM OF THE MONTH : JUNE 2011
" JUNE TIME JUBILEE "
What beauty is before us
In flowers and veggies and fruit
While the animals graze in the fields
Farmers go on their route
The rising of the morning sun
An inspiration to one's day
The crispness in the air so sweet
Ready to welcome whatever good comes your way
Admire the sounds of nature
As well as her visions of landscape be
Take the time to pray and thank
Embrace your gifts and blessings
For what God has given thee
Not crazy on them Junebugs
Those mosquiters just as bad
The dance of the thunderstorms that come round
Is the only things I can't really stand
Taste them chip wagon fries
Indulge in ice cream too
Go for a drive
Be with the ones you love
All is Sacred
Full of Spirit and Faith
Believe - you'll see
Get ready now
The time has come
For the June Time Jubilee...
© JackiHopper2011~
" JUNE TIME JUBILEE "
What beauty is before us
In flowers and veggies and fruit
While the animals graze in the fields
Farmers go on their route
The rising of the morning sun
An inspiration to one's day
The crispness in the air so sweet
Ready to welcome whatever good comes your way
Admire the sounds of nature
As well as her visions of landscape be
Take the time to pray and thank
Embrace your gifts and blessings
For what God has given thee
Not crazy on them Junebugs
Those mosquiters just as bad
The dance of the thunderstorms that come round
Is the only things I can't really stand
Taste them chip wagon fries
Indulge in ice cream too
Go for a drive
Be with the ones you love
All is Sacred
Full of Spirit and Faith
Believe - you'll see
Get ready now
The time has come
For the June Time Jubilee...
© JackiHopper2011~
POEM OF THE MONTH : MAY 2011
" Merriment of May"
Upon us now May has come
Spring has finally and hopefully sprung
Blossoms out and about
Waters flowing free
Away with the winter clothes
We embrace the song and dance of sunshine and rain
While winds do their thing
Engage in what you hear and see
Inspiration is in the air
As well as all around
So sacred and spiritual
From the humblest to most profound
The smile and eye of the sun and moon
Give off their brilliancy of their light
Look at the rainbow
After the storm
Enjoy the calm and serenity
A time for romance perhaps
Follow your spirit and soul today
Let's give thanks and praise
For the Merriment of May...
~JackiHopper2011~
Spring has finally and hopefully sprung
Blossoms out and about
Waters flowing free
Away with the winter clothes
We embrace the song and dance of sunshine and rain
While winds do their thing
Engage in what you hear and see
Inspiration is in the air
As well as all around
So sacred and spiritual
From the humblest to most profound
The smile and eye of the sun and moon
Give off their brilliancy of their light
Look at the rainbow
After the storm
Enjoy the calm and serenity
A time for romance perhaps
Follow your spirit and soul today
Let's give thanks and praise
For the Merriment of May...
~JackiHopper2011~
" Why Is It SO Hot ?! "
The sweat dances freely
As it annoys my eyes
My nose is running at the same time
Surprise, Surprise
To breathe can be daunting
As perhaps the sun will bake your lungs
You are thirstier than humanly possible
But your bladder cannot suffice
And on that note, maybe think twice
Air Condtioning is freedom and pleasure for a spell
I need to feel warmth again
Sleep is problem going to be non existent
I think I'm going to go humidly insane
Why is it SO Hot ?!....
© JackiHopper2011
The sweat dances freely
As it annoys my eyes
My nose is running at the same time
Surprise, Surprise
To breathe can be daunting
As perhaps the sun will bake your lungs
You are thirstier than humanly possible
But your bladder cannot suffice
And on that note, maybe think twice
Air Condtioning is freedom and pleasure for a spell
I need to feel warmth again
Sleep is problem going to be non existent
I think I'm going to go humidly insane
Why is it SO Hot ?!....
© JackiHopper2011
What is a Mother ?!
Sometimes referred to as Mama or acting sister , aunt, uncle, grandpa, grandma, brother
When you were hurt she was your bandaid
Your hanky to dry your eyes
To offer Love and baked goodies
Forgiving and supportive
Standing by you thick and thin
Giving birth to you
Sometimes having to bury you
Singing a tune while she tucks you in bed
Pretending you're asleep but you hear her prayer
And other stuff she lovingly said
There were days where you just didn't get along
But remember she's there for you through
Right or wrong, weak and strong
Establishing of where you belong
Years later as you grew
Thankful for all things she did do
But at last her time had come
And with tears you said goodbye
Also lingering was the question- why ?!
Like a rose so pretty
Forever in constant bloom
Her spirit lives within you
That you can safely assume
In your mind she is of utmost perfection
Today on her day , in recognition
I dedicate to my beloved late Mom, and all Mothers
" A Mother's Day Reflection "...
Copyright~JackiHopper2011
“ WILD WEATHER HOEDOWN “
Dosey-doe to & fro
Mother Nature has her dance
Whirl and swirl
Sing and curse
Deciding of being good or worse
Rhythmic motions cascade around
Going with the flow of their own sound
At times the rain is heavy
Seeing ahead slim chance
Perhaps the system will weaken and advance
Flowers in bloom I assume
Welcome the sun and burst
While other things crave
Rant and rave
As they desperately desire to quench their thirst
The symphony has reached its crescendo
Just as quick as it came
The show has finished
Calmness restored
Until next time
When once more
Fury so intense
In awe are we
Defies common sense
Something we ‘ll just never fully know
In the country or in town
Promenade
Watch the parade
Wild Weather Hoedown…
~JackiHopper2011~
POEM OF THE MONTH : APRIL 2011
" RESURRECTION "
During the time of Lent
We reflect and forgive
Sin and repent
Chooclate bunnies and the like
Hopping around in stores all the time
Spring slowly comes back
A welcome sight indeed
The refreshing smells and florals
The return of leaves on trees
Hence the onslaught
Of sneezing in the breeze
Reflections of the world around us
And for sure who we are inside
Embrace all that inspires and have faith
For the Spirit and Soul of Our Being
Cultivates many a thing
Laughter and Smiles are gifts
Blessings just as much
Nothing is compared
When there is Harmony and Love
From Help above
The utmost sacred satisfaction
God's Perfection
Resurrection...
Copyright~Jacki Hopper2011
During the time of Lent
We reflect and forgive
Sin and repent
Chooclate bunnies and the like
Hopping around in stores all the time
Spring slowly comes back
A welcome sight indeed
The refreshing smells and florals
The return of leaves on trees
Hence the onslaught
Of sneezing in the breeze
Reflections of the world around us
And for sure who we are inside
Embrace all that inspires and have faith
For the Spirit and Soul of Our Being
Cultivates many a thing
Laughter and Smiles are gifts
Blessings just as much
Nothing is compared
When there is Harmony and Love
From Help above
The utmost sacred satisfaction
God's Perfection
Resurrection...
Copyright~Jacki Hopper2011
" March Mayhem poem 1"
Poem of the month : MARCH 2011 " March Mayhem " Why is it that is so Sometimes the snow lingers When other times flowers start to show While it can be a lion Perhaps a lamb You can embrace all that goes with it Or don't give a flying hoot Celebrate being Irish Observe Lent Before you know it The month has come and went March Mayhem... Copyright~ JackiHopper2011
" Whence the Common Sense "
Why look at how the times do change
Things are normal and still strange
People come
Places go
Pace is fast
Perhaps slow
Seasons change like the wind
Things sometimes are confusing
Hard to comprehend
In today's world
So much has gone on
Negativity and strife
Posivity kind of set aside
Peace is in the wings
Going for a ride
Such is life
I'll never understand fully
Why things are as they be
But then again
Maybe they are meant to
And we just can't see
Often at times
It's as though we are on a fence
Whence the common sense ?!...
Copyright~ JackiHopper2011
Things are normal and still strange
People come
Places go
Pace is fast
Perhaps slow
Seasons change like the wind
Things sometimes are confusing
Hard to comprehend
In today's world
So much has gone on
Negativity and strife
Posivity kind of set aside
Peace is in the wings
Going for a ride
Such is life
I'll never understand fully
Why things are as they be
But then again
Maybe they are meant to
And we just can't see
Often at times
It's as though we are on a fence
Whence the common sense ?!...
Copyright~ JackiHopper2011