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Rediscovering “Love, don’t Fear”: Poetry Collection You May Have Missed


If you are a fan of thought-provoking and emotionally charged poetry, let me remind you about my book! šŸ“š”Love, don’t Fear” is a powerful poetry collection that explores the complexities of relationships, especially the ones that leave you feeling tangled and conflicted. I know we’ve passed Valentine’s Day, but these aren’t fluffy poems about chocolates and flowers (though a few might be just that). Instead, … Continue reading Rediscovering “Love, don’t Fear”: Poetry Collection You May Have Missed

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My Poetry Collection & Self-Publishing Update…


Since publishing “Love, Don’t Fear”, I have learned a few valuable lessons not only about book publishing but also about myself. Previously, of course, I had discovered that I could do with a little more patience ā€“ youā€™ll find the post on this topic right here ā€œIf itā€™s Broke ā€“ Fix Itā€. šŸ™‚  Back to right now, though… So far, I have received great feedback from … Continue reading My Poetry Collection & Self-Publishing Update…

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Conversations with a Clock – Poem


He lived among waiters. They surrounded him Waiters on the outside – a waiter within Waiters for their birthday Waiters for more money For the kids to leave home And rain to stop raining. Once upon a time, he met a wise Clock It could speak and so it spoke: ā€œTick-tock, tick-tock ā€¦ If you teach your heart to be grateful and kind When your … Continue reading Conversations with a Clock – Poem

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Flower Petals Around Her Eyes – Poem


She was a beautiful girl With flower petals around her eyes Many sad pictures they’ve seen, This life was born into liesā€¦ . She was created by love And had a pure little heartā€¦ Yet, before she turned seventeen, Her face was far from His art. . If the house, she lived in, had eyes and ears It would hear constant weeping It would witness … Continue reading Flower Petals Around Her Eyes – Poem

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Poetry & Spoken Word

Mirage, Marriage, Memoir – Poem


He looked good and had a lot So, she entered the mirage Only, she had failed to notice Ugliness & lack, inside Their mirage turned to a marriage From hell ā€“ especially for herā€¦ Technically, it was not a marriage She was not the only girl Damn! Had she known before Man! Had she shut that door Now, things are not as they were And … Continue reading Mirage, Marriage, Memoir – Poem

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Love, Don’t Fear – Poetry Collection


ā€œLove ā€“ Donā€™t Fearā€ is an inspiring collection of 25 poems centered around relationships. Some of these poems have been published previously while others are brand-new. This book will take you on an enriching journey towards discovering the true source of relational fulfillmentā€¦ Whether youā€™re a lover, friend, or parent, these stories will stir your heart up by reminding you not to wait for another … Continue reading Love, Don’t Fear – Poetry Collection

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Excuses for Loving You – Poem


. I love you because when I told you to go You said you would not and you didnā€™t budge You are dark & sweet. Youā€™re my favourite thing Way ahead of chocolate – evenĀ chocolate fudge! . I love when you look at me like a little boy Who’s just been presented with his favorite toy Stimulating my soul in untainted liberationĀ šŸ˜Š I like how … Continue reading Excuses for Loving You – Poem

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Quick! Before the Drama Blooms! Poem


ā™„ They have seen too many fights Teary days & weary nights . Respect, trust, Communication Seem like ancient arts . Instead, there are… . Fast flying arrows By a rebellious Cupid And mean accusations Some way beyond stupid . Whenever she wins a battle She knows she has lost When she opens her mouth Her heart becomes closed . She can’t hear his heart … Continue reading Quick! Before the Drama Blooms! Poem

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