Today we honor our red,white and blue.
The Flag that over many battles flew.
The Flag that stands for what we hold true.
Take time today it’s beauty to view,
And contemplate what it means to you.
Leona J. Atkinson
06-14-13
National Flag Day-USA
This morning I am wondering
What this June day will bring
As dark clouds fill the sky
And the sun is nowhere nigh
My flowers heads hang low
As a chilly wind does blow
Then suddenly the clouds fade away
Giving me a beautiful sunny day!
June, each day you’re a surprise
And a morning wonder to my eyes
Leona J. Atkinson
06-12-13
Eighth grade graduates
So many faces on the stage
But I only see you
Leona J. Atkinson 06-11-13
Haiku
Vivian’s 8th grade graduation night
Sitting on my deck
Enjoying the view,
of clouds so white and fluffy
and skies of brilliant blue.
Things seem so peaceful,
As far as eye can see,
Until a little spider,
Decides to visit me!
Leona J. Atkinson
06-09-113
I love the heat of the warm June sun!
It saturates my skin like a sauna,
Melting away the cares of the day.
Soon, I join the familiar fauna
Under the old oak tree,
To rest in the shade.
Such a peaceful June day,
The Lord God has made!
Leona J. Atkinson
06-07-13
Today we Nationally honor,
The toy that’s named “Yo-Yo”.
An object kids love,
To spin, wind and throw.
A little axle and two disks,
Wrapped about with twine.
Who would think it would become,
Such a popular design!
Loved the world over,
For the challenge it presents,
And every year there are held,
Many contests and events.
Players come to compete,
They spin, loop, and throw,
Performing tricks and freestyle,
To bring control of the Yo-Yo.
What a delight it is to watch!
It brings me such great joy,
To see the amazing feats accomplished,
With this simple toy!
Leona J. Atkinson 06-06-13
National Yo-Yo Day–June 6th
US National Yo-Yo Championship 2012
2013 World Yo-You Contest–August 8-10–Orlando, Florida
Heritage–The Duncan Yo-Yo Story
Sounds of children’s laughter
Fills the balmy air.
Neighborhood pool is open,
Families gather there.
Splashing, swimming fun,
Enjoying life together.
Basking in the sun,
June is pool time weather.
Leona J. Atkinson
06-05-13
June’s fourth is calling me to “Come!
Visit before this day is done,
See the beauty created for you,
Smell the flowers, enjoy the sun.”
Yet, indoor tasks are pressing me
To focus on the mundane.
What shall I do? A choice is due,
For this June day will not come again.
Leona J. Atkinson
06-04-13
Delightful day with friends
Sunshine,flowers,laughter,lunch
New memories made
Favored month of mine,
You arrived yesterday In a burst of sunshine.
Bringing sun to replace the shade,
Such an entrance you made!
The sight of you warmed my heart.
I can’t wait for our visit to start.
Leona J. Atkinson
06-02-13
Leonas Lines--Poetry Plus 