“Serenity binds the heart and soul
for peacefulness that makes us whole.”
__by Poet
Serenity's comfort- it's stubborn to find,
Especially that which can calm the mind.
Restful peacefulness should be assigned
Eager to leave our huge stresses behind.
Nature can supply the awesome unwind
In the day's sunrise and sunset designed
That calms by glory and peace combined;
Yielding sight's bliss, with serenity twined.
Vanished are the bygone days
Illusive feelings of bittersweet nostalgia
Opulence oozes over golden dreams
Luxuriant the gifts of time
Ethereal such are the memories of love
That tantalize as youth fades
Scattering glitter of past sunny carefree days
Adorned reminiscings too good to be true
Roses are red goes the children's rhyme
Echoes of their happy chants and giggles
Beauty as the sun sets on yesteryear
Lavishes tenderness on sleepy thoughts
Uplifting hearts that still feel somewhat youthful
Eager to drink this most exquisite elixir
AP: Honorable Mention 2026
Waking pigment from deep slumber,
Accidents by chance do happen:
Tableaus waiting to suddenly appear,
Eager brushstrokes like a wand revealing hues,
Random musing concept to concrete.
Cathartic childlike pleasure of creating,
Optimizing thoughts outside the box.
Leisure becomes a fun experience
Of captivating imaginings out of thin air,
Unleashing wild and latent dreams:
Reverie’s gateway to our world.
Morning imagery born of night’s celestial visions,
Artistic inclinations smooth the way.
Graceful graphics give voice to our dreams
Intensely improvising when words do not suffice,
Celebrating expression in all its lavish ways.
AP: 2nd place 2026
High school love life... memorable with sheer delight
prevailing still against oblivion's attack!
Such is a romantic reminiscence lingering in my heart
since I experienced being love-stricken as a teen-ager...
Oh, those red paper roses
enclosing fresh white ones
scented sweetly with baby cologne
made me feel I was the very apple of his eye...
Then love notes wholeheartedly penned
(though copied) held me spell-bound
midst his "My ever dearest" greeting
and "Very sincerely yours" closing...
Yes, high school love life
proved that "I was not abnormal"
who was only in love with academics
because I believed that he and I were mutually in a relationship...
...Now, I can only bask with thrilling moments
letting exuberance gripped me
when talking about my high school "crush"
while thanking God* for His love allowing me to keep what I cherish.
*1Thessalonians 5:18 In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.
February 11, 2026
1st place, "A Time For Us" Poetry Writing
Sponsored by JCB Brul; judged on 3/3/2026
Across the calendar of life
Patience pays off to those who smile
Rain may seem dreary on cloudy days
Impromptu showers will take us by surprise
Leaving many indoor playtime options
Scenic panoramas lack their vibrancy
Hazy greys covet the sun
Oncoming warmth is much awaited
While weary adventurers pine for spring blooms
Eager for nature to awaken
Reverie stirred for fun daydreams
Sunshire gets unleashed on a breathless planet
AP: Honorable Mention 2026
Summer scintillating with blossoms of purple and gold, while beneath
Umbrella stars, the magic of an enchanting evening takes her breath away
Moon glow above waters, verdant trees that fan the expanse of the sky
Macaron sweet scented air, a chiffon scarf blows in the wind, she sits at the
Edge of the water and prays to the angels above. Please send me someone to
Revere and to love. While the gentle waves lap, curl and cover her, he arrives!
Love at first sight, that is what it was for her, when she first lay eyes on him.
Orbiting her world he smiles and suddenly two celestial bodies meet,
Veering towards each other, long forgotten echoes of the past, heard once again
Eager to conjoin they fuse like sky and ocean, by the eye of a fading sun.
Love is a breath of fresh air in the park, a sapling inhaling sunshine
Open your heart to it and it will surely make you feel wonderful
Veer towards it and it will take you through the dance of life
Each and every one of us is capable of such, don't ask too much
Icebergs melt at the sight of it, icecaps too by Love's hemisphere
Sintillating emotions bubble up when it draws close, just enjoy it !
Eager to please love is always on the roll cruising right past go
Veer towards it and it will take you through the dance of life
Eye candy it is not, its much more than that, its enduring and strong
Regard it with great passion and zeal, for its something you can't steal
Grow with it and know that when its true love, it never dies, like the
Rose, even when the petals fall away the memory of its scent remains
Enameled in the heart forever and a day, Love is like an evergreen tree
Enlisted in nature's plea, it is always well taken care of, by the dovotee
Night never closes in on it without a sweet goodnight, love oh love, it is !
--Invisible nonchalant worship--
, seeking vision sight unfold
by chance visions of grandeur convey answers
Whereabouts whereas the invisible host untold
Stepping amongst people celebrated dancers
My hearts eye visions see spiritual realms hold
Truths and lies be told behold onward prancers
Seldom viewed sights unseen vision dreams bold
Coveted arousals in memoriam screams new ager
3/15/24
Written words by James Edward Lee Sr. 2024?
Unique things we've lost over the years,
Near to our concerns all the time.
Rewinding the time is not possible.
Eager conquers our existence
Chosing one thing that is gone.
One piece of our life difficult to get again.
Valuable love with no condition I would choose.
Especially you, the one I can't take from that box.
Really mum, I would like to.
Above the rainbow you send me inspiration everyday.
Balance tries to be recovered after you were gone.
Lights are bright, and you are the main star.
Excellent as you were, I would spend my life looking for you
God be praised and thanked for Sis. Vita de Leon's testimony.
Vitality of life everlasting, verily vibrant
Indeed God's gift freely received and imparted
Thankful to optimize gladly, sharing with triumph
Affirming assurance of the Lord, praise-filled always.
Devoted servant* of Christ, trusting Him Daily
Eager to fulfill the Master's will by His enabling
Loving wife, mother, sister, teacher...virtuous lady
Enthusiastic through the Holy Spirit's empowerment
Obedient to the Almighty midst stewardship opportunities
Nurturing along faith-ministry roles, Scripturally nourished.
*Only fear the Lord, and serve him in truth with all your heart: for consider how great things he hath done for you.
Dear Ate Vita,
A very blessed birthday to you. We thank the Lord for your life.
June 15, 2022
Your heart was all I wished to possess
Leaving you whole in my arms, giving you rest.
Hurt to be something far from your mind.
The best life I can give for someone one of a kind.
Most foolish of me to not see how your heart was aligned.
Some would say time allows all wounds heal
Healing though is something you did steal
Away from me, when you chose to fade
To nothing, when I wish you’d have stayed
To everyone else you wish to have laid.
Eager abandonment of me, though I never strayed.
Remember when you were my world, all about which I would boast?
Every memory haunting now, you the specter, the ghost.
Decimating me completely. Because your leaving..hurt the most…
A teen-ager kills little children in their school
Americans wonder how a person can be so cruel
Up to 13,000 have been killed in Putin’s ‘special operation’
Russians cheer on their President ~ the hero of their nation
Foliage is freely falling
As I walk the forest trails
Leaves twirling, swirling
Land on my coat and in my hair
I cannot resist kicking through
Newly fallen autumn leaves
Gathered on the ground
Lovely crisp crunchy leaves
Exquisite colors of rich red
Auburn, ochre, golden brown
Vivid tangerine and copper
Eager squirrels scamper
Searching for winter food
Autumn Acrostic Poetry Contest Poetry Contest
Sponsored by Caren Krutsinger
09/27/21
Best of husbands you must be in this world,
unique in many aspects, hold, behold!
your presence is enough to cheer me up!
Steady and calm at each and every step,
often I think, so lucky to have you,
marriage was a gift from out of the blue,
eager am to see you when you return,
Make my day, buy everything under Sun,
i love you so much, you are fantastic,
lest you forget, I wrote this acrostic,
kindly read this and please buy morning milk!
Written 09/09/2021
Message in an Acrostic 2
Kim Rodrigues sponsored
10 syllables each line
Since were kids,
He has said
He loves you,
Yet then as a teen ager
He forsaken you
Now he’s a man and he’s got his eyes on you
So solemn and untrue
Darling you deserve someone way better
Come unto me
I’m the one you need
For with God I’ll treat you, just as you are
A
Queen
5/25/21
Written words by James Edward Lee Sr. 2021©
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