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Our Father Who Art in Heaven, Farris be His Name R.I.P. Poppy I Love You

By CHERI ROBERTS Our father had a way with words he’d craft his thoughts with care. His stories told, both new and old, were meant for us to share. Rhyming … Continue reading

February 16, 2016 · 8 Comments

Unpunctuated

  A baby’s breath, but a whisper of life a reminder of where we start so we know wherever we go it is the direction we choose or chose or … Continue reading

February 4, 2016 · Leave a comment

Starology

Stars seen by night against the sky, like promises, can sometimes die, But those that twinkle in our eye shine bright for all who pass us by. A wish or dream needs no clear sight, our hearts will shed the starry … Continue reading

July 10, 2015 · 4 Comments

Deeper Still

I dove the depths and deeper still I held my breath, I knew the drill My day would come I knew, but still Was like a fish without a gill. With leaden lungs … Continue reading

June 13, 2015 · 2 Comments

Goodbye…

Saying goodbye to someone you love is a little like dying, especially if that person held a significant place in your life. Letting go is the hardest thing in the world, … Continue reading

November 8, 2014 · 6 Comments

Ruins

I lay in ruins eyes bowed to you like a God. My God, what did I do? My hand outstretched through lifeless air. Breathless hope I hold beneath your stare. Will you … Continue reading

November 2, 2014 · 2 Comments

I Can’t Un-Love You

An argument that no one won, when all was said, we still weren’t done. Wounded words that bite and sting, we’re flailing now with broken wing. Time can heal or so it’s … Continue reading

October 9, 2014 · 2 Comments

What She Said!

Once in a while a song comes along that stops me dead in my tracks; giving me chills with it’s clarity and message. This is one of those songs. The message … Continue reading

September 9, 2014 · 3 Comments

Psst, Hey Mom?

I cannot believe it’s been three-years. Some days, it seems like yesterday, other days it seem even longer than the three-years. I wish you were still here. I miss you. … Continue reading

March 30, 2014 · 3 Comments

9 Ways to Make Her Naughty Again

When was the last time you legitimately flirted with your wife or significant other? I mean flirted, not just been a horn-dog saying shit you think is sexy? Chances are … Continue reading

February 10, 2014 · 3 Comments

Various Stages…of Madness

I heard a great song today and wanted to share it with you. It is by a band called, “Great Lake Swimmers” and the song is called, “Various Stages”. I … Continue reading

February 4, 2014 · 2 Comments