On this Eve
Of a New Year’s dawn,
Old and new
Thoughts abound.
As I pack away the past,
And open new doors.
Shadorma
Leona J. Atkinson 12-31-13
Thoughts on the New Year…
Remain on the beaten path
Or forge a new trail?
Relax in my comfort zone
Or try something brand new?
Tanka
Leona J.Atkinson 12-30-13
Bad influences
Disguised as our friends
Wreck havoc
Destroy dreams
Leaving us wondering why
We didn’t say “No”
Shadorma
Leona J.Atkinson 12-29-13
December’s days ending,
The New year countdown begins,
Such bittersweet times.
Senryu
Leona J. Atkinson 12-28-13
“Just grin and bear it!”
“Put on a smile and wear it!”
“Cheer up! That’s just life!”
Cliches meant to uplift us,
Are often cause for more strife.
Tanka
Leona J. Atkinson 12-27-13
Quietly Christmas fades
Leaving memories for all
Some treasures, some tears
Senryu
Leona J. Atkinson 12-26-13
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
Christmas Eve!
Do good things come in small packages?
A babe wrapped in love!
Senryu
Leona J. Atkinson 12-24-13
And she brought forth her firstborn Son, and wrapped Him in swaddling cloths,
and laid Him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn. Luke 2:7 NKJV
Prayer plant flourishing!
Plants reflect environment?
Peace plant doing poorly,
But as long as there is life,
There is hope for peace to grow.
Tanka
Leona J. Atkinson 12-23-13
Amazing
Love! Mine to receive
Eternally!
Come to earth
As a babe born in a manger.
Jesus Christ, God’s Son!
Shadorma
Leona J. Atkinson 12-22-13
Leonas Lines--Poetry Plus 