Who Is That Masked Man
Miracle Man
1/8/2022
I try viewing each day as a new beginning,
and I follow Covid mandates as best I can.
My thoughts on mandates aren’t prizewinning,
but God didn’t anoint me a perfect man.
My being cautious doesn’t equate to fear,
but wearing a mask is such a small thing.
True, it may bring to some, thoughts of drear,
but a mask can’t hide my natural zing.
My taking precautions may save my day,
any intangibles that exist can't be measured.
If my mask helps another along the way,
well, life is important, and must be treasured.
I’ll continue wearing my mask
as long as others tell me I look better with it on. LOL
Tom
Categories:
prizewinning, health, how i feel,
Form: Lyric
Bessie the cow
a prizewinning specimen,
has sadly relinquished
her gold rosette
Ruby red ribbons
of congealing blood
coat the floor
of the abattoir
The silly cow
ignored the bull,
farmer Fred’s freezer
will be full!
Ribbon Contest
Sponsored By Line Gauthier
3/25/19
Categories:
prizewinning, animal, death,
Form: Free verse
Wisdoms from Flowers
People are like flowers.
Even the weediest of plants enjoys living.
Each one has its unique beauty…and purpose.
Whether thriving in a cottage garden,
Or living restrained in a formal knot garden,
Flowers flourish when given loving care.
So it is with people.
Love and care is the key to winning in life.
There are so many diversities among us.
Some seem "weedy" and unrefined.
Some seem "snooty" and uncaring.
Some seemingly thrive amid affluence.
Some judge without seeing the heart.
Some struggle in the midst of hatred.
Anger, backbiting, gossip, lies, and jealousies destroy –
Causing souls to wither like the wilting of a thirsty plant.
But in the arms of love,
Individual uniqueness thrives.
And the world becomes a better place.
Mankind prospers beautifully with tolerance.
Diversity, inside and out, grows.
Prizewinning blooms are cultivated.
Hardiness and fitness show,
When there is love in the garden.
Beauty surrounds and joy abounds.
And the gardener, knowing, glows.
© October 24, 2010
Dane Smith-Johnsen
Categories:
prizewinning, nature, people
Form: Free verse