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Premium Member If You Only Have Hammers

If good things come to those who wait full term,
Then why is the early bird getting the worm?

They say not to beat horses already dead,
But will it hurt much to speak ill instead?

The world is a nail if you only have hammers.
If the world is your oyster, is ‘shucks’ in your grammar?
If the world is a stage, do scared oysters stammer? 

If not letting a sleeping dog lie is uncouth
How sure are we barking dogs will tell the truth?

If it isn’t about whether we win or lose
Can we skip slow, steady, go fast if we choose?

These darned aphorisms bewilder, confuse
Don’t judge by their cover, walk a mile in their shoes.
© Jeff Kyser  Create an image from this poem.
Form: Grook


It Only Seems That Way

‘It looks soo dark and gloomy’
It only seems that way,
You haven’t yet seen the beauty of the rising sun

‘The day is soo grey’
It only seems that way,
You haven’t yet smelled the fresh alluring aroma of the rain watered earth

‘This is impossible, I will never get it right’
It only seems that way,
You haven’t yet noticed that by the very spelling Im-Possible; there are endless possibilities awaiting, each adventure exposing you to new riches of knowledge

‘I can’t do it’
It only seems that way,
You haven’t yet tried all the keys to open the lock

‘The night is soo dark and I can’t sleep’
It only seems that way,
You haven’t yet opened your curtain; see the twinkling stars and Luna’s light.
Open your window and let the crickets serenade you into slumber

‘The hard times come, and I am soo alone’
It only seems that way,
You haven’t yet noticed my arms around you, holding you gently in my embrace

You are soo loved, soo cherished, soo adored,
Even in the hardest of times, when you feel you can’t go on
It only seems that way,
The silver lining is waiting to lead you out of the inky abyss,
All you need to do is look up and follow

Take a deep breath and know; 
You are soo much stronger than you think you are
You are soo much more than you ever dreamed
The world is your oyster to conquer and achieve
And all things are possible,
If you only dare to believe.

Premium Member The Banquet

If the world is your oyster...
And the moon is your clam...
And if everythings for the taking...
Then why aren't you my man?

If life were that easy...
And I could pick and choose...
I wouldn't even hesitate...
I would always pick you!

If it were the other way around...
And you had all the fish in the sea...
Would you ponder your options?
Or would you just choose me?

If picking from a menu...
And I were on the list...
You'd go the catch of the day..
Rather than notice I exist!

I wish I could listen to my head...
Rather than ruled by my heart...
As deep down the truth hurts...
You never loved me from the start.

So always think about choices...
And the games you like to play...
While you were chasing glitter...
You let the good one get away.


22.04.2018

The World Is Your Oyster

To lose your sight at any age
Such bad luck, such misfortune
Feeling your life has come to an end
When all you need is a loyal friend

You feel like a prisoner within your own frame
Unable to venture outside again
There is no incentive to carry on
Surrounded by blackness; your eyesight has gone
Life as you knew it has come to an end
You have no life, you cannot see, so let us not pretend

But wait, just open up your mind to see a shining light
She is Bella 
She’s your guide dog
She’s your eyes and your eyesight

Her black coat is so glossy, she is cute and oh so sweet
Her tender eyes, so loving, so black and oh so deep
As she gently guides you through your life, with unconditional love
Like an Angel she appeared for you, sent down from up above

As you start a life in tandem, many challenges you face
You venture out together at a slightly slower pace 
Traveling as one, as you tackle life’s ups and downs
No time for tears, no time for fears, no time for facial frowns

For that beautiful life that came through your door
Offering so much love and hope once more
The World is your Oyster, so much you can do
With Bella by your side, as she guides you safely through

Inspired to write this poem after sponsoring Bella a beautiful Guide Dog - 30th August 2018

BRIAN STRAND RHYMED Contest 
Sponsor Brian Strand
FIRST PLACE
Form: Rhyme

With You Friends, I Commemorate

Akanji Michael Oluwasayo,
Celebrate today, it's yours

Darling, you must not stop
Keep pushing, aiming top

Even when you forget notch
Keep an open eye to watch
The mile window of your soul
Remember to make it whole
 

You must not wane 
Keep on for the gain

Freeze not for the pains
Like frozen ice maintains

May you not live to work forever
While working to live whatsoever
Come what may your bio's tale
May you never fail as you sail...

Through God's earthly test
Be simple at grace's best

Aduragbemi Deborah, 
World is your oyster 

Keep the pearl out of its shell
A cool account- how time fell

Farewell may be bittersweet
Journey anew off its heat
And remain loyal to the Crown 
Reminiscing it would be fun

Summon up your gracious spirit 
Abiding in Almighty's top secret

Never disregard Christ saving blood
No matter how tough is life's flood

Thy face is a real beauty
O perfection not man's duty
Timed learning its unjust drill
Screaming bills justly thrill

Through God's earthly test
Be simple at grace's best


Quadijah Mojisola Abdulkareem, 
When by worth belittled, don't scream

Implore personal conference in His grace
Snub not needful worship course embrace

It is your life's precious hunt 
Making off earthly pursuit front
Of less difficulty cum seasonal switch
In its chase, He would treasure its stitch

In Him is your only faith's gain
Fair enough to make sins plain

And give unworthy blessings
No man can cover in dressings

Tell Him, to show you the best ward
To bow thy head for your aging lord
Just don't be too choosy 
Pure loving bliss woozy

Through God's earthly test
Be simple at grace's best
Form: Rhyme


Freedom

It is strong breeze that blows in the 4 directions of the wind and clears the storm of the night before…
It is the sun peaking over the clouds of the storm to illuminate all that it touches upon this earth with its bright cleansing ray…
It is the bird’s sweet song, in the morning after the nightmare of the night before…
It is the feeling you get when the whole world is your oyster, and nothing is impossible…
It is the touch in your heart of a love one’s words, that reminds you there is hope and love still left in this world…
It is the loving look from an adored pet, that reminds us of the unconditional love of all animals…
It is the blessings we cherish from a God of Pure love...
The cages we feel, we build within our own hearts and minds…
Open the door and step through…
Be truly free…

Babylonia : Part Four - a Babylonian Paradise

Babylonia : Part Four - A Babylonian Paradise


Come in, come in, all are welcome!
Welcome to Babylonia!  Welcome home.
Every animal is welcome here,
You can be yourself; 
You have no need to fear.


Babylonia has always and shall always be here.
The place for all animals, when they wish to retire.
Tired of the rat race?  Need something better?
Then Babylonia is for you friend, there is no place I’d rather
Spend the rest of eternity in;
I’d like to introduce you all to my wife and kids.


I am Groat, the goat and we have very lush grass.
Feel free to help yourself, to whatever you come across.
The world is your oyster; your greed is your clam.
This is paradise and you are all welcome.


Jungle to your left, ocean to your right;
Mountains beyond the valleys behind me.
Open your eyes to your new paradise!
Over a million trees and every day you will meet a new species.
It isn’t kill or be killed,
But I understand some of you have a need.


So hunt your prey,
Or raise a family.
Live your lives,
However you want them to be.


You can see through the water on a sunny day; I love the smell
And forget the pollution…This is Heaven, not Hell.
Whatever you wish for is yours if you can find it my friends;
But this Heaven is so large you shall never reach the end.


Eternal life here in paradise;
Generations of families sit together to talk at night.
Let us all be one great family,
Or let us all at least do as we please…
Then we shall be free.


The fruits of Eden’s vine are nothing compared to our fruit.
The juiciest, tastiest, manna sent from Heaven.
You are now all free to do whatever you choose.
I am simply here to welcome you all in…
My Friends; 
The Animals.


(C)2013 Aa Harvey. All Rights Reserved.
© Aa Harvey  Create an image from this poem.
Form:

Emyle Rudder

“When you are on the playing field
you are just a footballer. If you’re 
good, it doesn't matter if you [weild] 
CP, autism, or whatever [you lure].

You’re just a player. [There’s] a level
playing field. I hope people will see 
me and feel inspired to [start to bevel] 
with sport and not give up.” Soundly. 

Emyle made his debut in Rio 2016, 
He coaches at football with West Ham, 
He has Cerebral Palsy, is a mild clean, 
Says that attitudes have changed, bam. 

He says you should pursue dreams, 
And not quench them or patronise -
Anybody with CP who sports screams, 
“The world is your oyster!” So ionise. 

He says that: “Put in the extra work 
you need whether it be [in] training, 
ball work, fitness or whatever [murk] 
and make your dreams true,” aiming.
Form: Quatrain

Premium Member A Product In Action

Thank you for telling me that God
I needed it
I need to hear what I did was wrong
Thank you Lord
A lot of times I don’t realize it God
Until it comes out of me  
And I quickly realize
Whether it’s a wrong thought
How I think about things
About world, my world
Everything that goes on around me
The day to day living
I quickly realize that what I thought about something
Some people, some issues, ideas 
Are wrong
And you catch me on it
Corrected me 
Let me know the right way
The way it should be
And I appreciate it Lord
I appreciate you
For taking the time
To be with me and hone me on things
You are incredible
Whatever that you cannot do
There is nothing that you cannot do God
The world is your oyster
And you are helping me
Hallelujah, thank you Lord
I have absolute trust in you
I know that you can do all things
That you will help me to perfection
Awesome God
Your incredible power
Absolutely mysterious
You amaze me
I don’t know what to say
Of everything I know about you
So far
There is so much to know
So much to learn
Of your ways
Thank you Lord for the journey
You are absolutely amazing
And I am speechless

Premium Member A Letter To My Adolescent Self

Dear Edward,

Grow out your wings first 
before you flap them, little bird.
Your wings aren't strong enough 
to fly just yet; keep your feet firmly 
planted on the ground, for now.

Keep the wheels of your dreams spinning;
it will pay dividends in the future. 
Keep burning that midnight oil 
to make every dream of yours a reality, 
and stay true to that mission 

Someday your wings will take you 
to dizzying heights. Take advantage 
of every opportunity that presents itself, 
big or small. The world is your oyster. 
The sky is the limit for you 

You can accomplish anything you set 
your mind to. Forge your own path. Pursue...
your passion with unbridled zeal.
Anything you're good at or enjoy doing, do it 
the best you possibly can and do it contently.

Don't let self-doubt defeat you. Do not 
fall prey to self-fulfilling prophecy. Laugh 
in the face of your naysayers, and refuse to 
allow them to define you. Your time to shine 
is now, today; right this very moment!

Take constructive criticism, not as a slight
but as inspirational fuel. Don't let anyone
dictate when you should have your place 
in the sun. Grow out your wings, little bird, 
and soar to the heavens!


Date written and posted: 05/19/2019
Form: Prose

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