The Inner Me
Category: Rhyme
Rhymed poems
Birth of a Poem
Five Senses
Poetry
Original Photograph by Leona J. Atkinson
Writing poems makes each day different
Often they bring bewilderment
Or joy to a humdrum day
Their creation is my pay
As thoughts take on form
Not always norm
They excite
Ignite
Life
Nonet
Leona J. Atkinson 02-19-14
Things of the Heart
I like red hearts, pink flowers, and chocolate candy.
Lace doilies, cupcakes, and frilly valentines are dandy.
But the things I love best are smiles, hugs, and words that inspire.
These are my heart’s true desire.
Things said and done that money can’t buy.
A shoulder that’s there when I need to cry,
Or a helping hand to pick me up from a fall,
These are the things I love most of all.
Things that are bought can be very nice.
I like little wrapped gifts, and I don’t think twice
About accepting them from family and friends,
For I like the message of love that a little gift sends.
Yet, give me your time, talent, and heart’s treasure,
For those are the things I value without measure.
Time spent listening to my joys, dreams, or sorrows,
Talent given to make me better tomorrows;
Treasures of your heart, like compassion and care,
Give me any of these, and nothing will compare.
For when those things are given, they are most precious you see,
Because they are a bit of you being deposited into me!
Happy Valentine’s Day!
Rhyme
Leona J. Atkinson 02-14-14
It’s National Opposites Day!
Shall I say goodbye when I mean hello?
And should I stay when I really want to go?
On this day of opposites,
Does anyone know what really fits?
If I say what I mean,
Will I mean what I say?
Oh Lord help me make it through this crazy day!
Perhaps it would be better to stay in bed,
And just skip this day instead,
But if sunrise is sunset, it’s over before it begins,
So I shall just play along ’til it ends!
Silly Rhyme
Leona J. Atkinson 01-25-14
Pie and Cake
My favorite treat to eat
Is both cake and pie
It’s cheesecake not too sweet
Delighting the eye
Where top and fruit meet
Shaped like pie
Sigh!
Epulaeryu
Leona J. Atkinson 01-23-14
If you would like the recipe for this wonderful culinary treat click here>>>> Cheese-Cake Pie
In honor of National Pie Day–January 23rd
Hat’s off to the Hatter
There once was a Mad Hatter
Who loved nonsensical chatter
He lived in the Land of Wonder
Which madness tore asunder
But to the Hatter it didn’t matter
Lymerick
Leona J. Atkinson 01-15-14
This silly rhyme was written in honor of National Hat Day today
Thank You to All My Followers!
Christmas is a special time for me!
Yet I know for some it may not be.
And so at this time of the year,
When my heart is full of cheer,
I want to also acknowledge you,
Who may not be feeling as I do.
Though my wish is bright and clear,
For a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year,
I want to offer these thoughts too,
Of Happy Holidays and Seasons Greetings to you.
And even for those who don’t celebrate,
I do not hesitate,
To wish you well in all you do,
And offer my thanks to you.
I appreciate all who follow me,
And where ever you may be,
I send my heartfelt greetings,
and hope for many more poetic meetings!
Christmas Rhyme
Leona J. Atkinson 12-25-13
Young or Old?
I’m too young to be old,
So I’m often told.
And yes, I’d quite agree
Since age means little to me.
I think and act very youthful,
But I must be truthful,
So I’ll dispel myth with my tongue.
“I’m too old to be young”
Rhyme
Leona J. Atkinson 12-11-13
(Thanks to my daughter for prompting this silly rhyme)
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