Category: Poetry

Poetry

Look down

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And see what is waiting for you

And you might just be surprised by leaf heart

And you realize the little things in life

That lights us back up when times are rough

Or slow you down and stop and look or see all of nature’s beauty.

Allow the sun to shine down on you without being annoyed that it’s too bright.

I could have missed out on this leaf on my walk with my dog, but I looked down and was in awe of something so small but beautiful.

Written By: Deirdre Stokes Copyrighted ©️ 2024 By Deirdre Stokes

Poetry

So good

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Night, as it gets late and the sun sets, I get ready to sleep.

I am so tired that I can no longer avoid being worn down by 6 p.m. and having it dark by 7 p.m.

I get ready for bed with no regrets as I keep yawning with no hope of stopping insight.

I know I must sleep soon, or things will get rough.

I will fall asleep and leave other things on all night as I sleep with no care or concern. I won’t worry; I only want to catch as many zzzs as possible.

Sleep has come and gone lately, and I feel I never get enough sleep.

Written By: Deirdre Stokes Copyrighted ©️ 2024 By Deirdre Stokes

Poetry

This maybe

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Our last walk through the fall leaves

The wind is picking up, and leaves will be blown all over the place.

Leaving nothing the same

But as long as you’re beside me, our fall walks will always be my favorite.

Yes, it’s cold, but seeing the joy on your face when a leaf falls from a tree and twirls a little dance for us before rising on the ground is priceless.

It’s one of my favorite moments. It’s like watching you when you’re younger, playing in the leaves with no care in the world.

And I knew that the carefree girl was meant for me. I would treasure her for as long as possible, and I am still lucky enough to walk beside you.

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Poetry

Brightest

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I am aw by the reds and bright oranges all around me.

It has me lighting up inside like a little kid at Christmas time.

I can’t get enough, and I hope to capture its beauty before winter.

But only nature knows when the last leaf will fall.

But I will now enjoy the beautiful colors and let them fill me with joy!

Written By: Deirdre Stokes Copyrighted ©️ 2024 By Deirdre Stokes

Poetry

A new month

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Oh, how nice it is to be in a new month

After the last one, it was great for me.

Although the weather is a little weird this time of year, holiday movies are everywhere, and it’s great to relax and watch them.

After a brief vacation, I’m ready to relax and enjoy life with a new level of joy and motivation.

I am so thankful to be able to step into this month with encouragement. I hope it will be great, and I believe it, too.

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Poetry

Oh how

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Joy is so contagious

From one smile on your face

To your laughter been heard

That I, too, want to smile and laugh

And feel so carefree with no worry in the world.

Life is good when you smile and laugh and just be you.

You feel the sun shining down on you gently and the wind blowing softly at you, and it’s the perfect combination for a great day.

You are grateful for the nice weather, and you know what a miracle it is to witness such a day.

You capture it in a picture and hope it brings joy to you on your off days and that it can do the same for others.

You want to shine your light on others so that the world becomes a little less dark each day.

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Poetry

Make a wish

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They say because it will be your birthday soon enough.

Or make a wish, and everything will be okay

I’ve taken so many chances and risks, but somehow, I keep getting back up and trying again.

But sometimes, I ask myself, “Why are you doing this task that is calling you to do uncomfortable things?”

I’ve realized life could be difficult, but I can overcome it.

First, I must believe and go with it because letting self-doubt set me up will only lead to being stuck and not moving through life, no matter how big the desire is.

So make that wish, fly as high as you can, and just know you can and will make it!

Written By: Deirdre Stokes Copyrighted ©️ 2024 By Deirdre Stokes

Poetry

Warm me

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As I sit down

To read and reflect

On the weather and how being out in nature feels so lovely.

But where did the fall go? It is now so cold that getting out of bed feels like a shock.

Where wearing socks and slippers is necessary because the cold is no joke.

You just wanted the nice Breeze with a fleece on, not a light winter coat, gloves, and possibly a hat, too.

I’m not quite ready for the boots, but dang, it’s cold. I know it’s not just me because everyone else has coats on, too, and no one seems to want to be out walking the dog.

Being inside is nice and warm, but responsibilities don’t stop because of the cold.

So, warm me up inside as I think about asking for fall, how we somehow skipped into winter, and how we can go back, please.

Anyone know?

Maybe a Time Machine or a weather machine because I wasn’t ready for the chill just yet.

Written By: Deirdre Stokes Copyrighted ©️ 2024 By Deirdre Stokes

Poetry

I am

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Not alone

It is okay to fail

And even better to get back up

And try again

So here I go no more worries

For if I can’t control it I let it go

And I let in the light and love and let myself feel alive again.

Setbacks are lessons I had to learn

This year, my word was faith, and oh boy, was I tested and tried. However, it made me lean on my faith in ways I hadn’t before, and now I know and feel so blessed to have experienced the growth I needed this year!

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Poetry

October is

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finally here

My birthday month

But also, it’s a little chilly this month, but I would rather be a little cold than hot.

It’s a perfect time to crave pumpkins and put up spooky decorations, but right now, I am calm as I cut off the top and pull out the guts and seeds inside.

It’s so calming to focus on a task that may be a little messy, but it’s a joy to see what kind of spooky face I can create.

Art takes a different form, and I am lucky to be creating it as I bundle up for warmth.

But it’s the joy and warmth inside of doing something that makes me get in the spirit of October and Halloween that truly delights me.

I am so excited about what October holds for me—and I hope it holds a lot, as this month will be one full of great memories for me!

Written By: Deirdre Stokes Copyrighted ©️ 2024 By Deirdre Stokes

Poetry

I see you

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And I want you to get up

And to not give up

I know lately it’s been hard for you to balance everything.

Letting others come and go.

It’s OK, but losing yourself is not what I want you to go through. So join me for a cup of tea, and let’s rise together.

These cold days are coming; tea and cookies taste better when you have someone to share them with and a new conversion that outlasts them both.

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Poetry

I tried

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To get up but I’m so tired

I just wish I could get the right amount of sleep so that I would not be too tired, but my body is all out of whack.

I know my sleep would be better if I left this place, but I haven’t gotten the sign yet.

So here I am, trying to sleep and trying to live, too. The sad thing is, no one can relate unless you have been through it, too.

One day, I will get enough sleep, get up, and have energy, but today isn’t that day. I’m sorry.

There is no way of winning, but you can try with all your might. Maybe you will win or get out.

Sincerely, Nightshift.

Written By: Deirdre Stokes Copyrighted ©️ 2024 By Deirdre Stokes

Poetry

I didn’t think

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I would be able to see the stars so clearly that day.

It felt like I finally got that second chance to spend time outside in nature.

There was no rushing to my next destination

I could think, get lost in the night sky, and see the beauty around me.

It was breathtaking to see, and I initially didn’t want to take a picture of this moment because I was in it.

But letting this sky fade from my memory made me snap a picture, knowing I would never forget it. If I did, I could pull up the image and know this was the day everything came clear.

If I allowed the light into my life and accepted that the darkness would be there, too.

Because in the darkness, light, like the stars, always guides us home.

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Poetry

How do

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You really feel today?

Do you feel good today as the cold air nips at your arms and legs?

Or does the cold air wash over you and wrap around your body like a thin sheet, and you can’t shake the feeling no matter how much you try to warm up?

But then, just like that, the air changes, and it’s warm outside again, and you miss the coolness of the breeze blowing through your hair.

And the patting of the dog is all you hear before you squat away the bugs and get back inside before it rains.

Now that you’re indoors, preparing a delicious dinner, you’ve completely forgotten about the rain that never arrived. It’s as if you were anticipating something big, but instead, you’ve been pleasantly surprised with an evening that’s turning out to be delightful!

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Oh how

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I long for the fall colors, as everything seems dull compared to the brightness of the fall.

I long for a little cold all day and the urge to take longer walks.

I need to snap every photo because each color is brighter than the next, and I get lost in the colors, and time just passes me by.

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