Ask and you shall receive
visualize your fate and make it happen
~ the universe is your ally
Wordku: 5-7-5 words
AP: Honorable Mention 2025
there is a light that lights the sun
that which exists beyond space-time
with this source when we become one
there remain no mountains to climb
prior to thought and heart’s intent
playful spontaneous instinct
to the will of God grants consent
that the light of Self be love inked
attention thus focused within
power held at a stillness point
breath by breath anew we begin
that light of Self God may anoint
we are the Self, we are God’s light
nothing more on this need be said
poised in peace, feeling bliss delight
standing erect, we’re by love led
my body and my heart are fragile brittle mostly broken
your visit and your kindness mean the world to me
you sing your song and the healing of my soul begins
~ rebuilding the bridge to hope
AP: Honorable Mention 2025
When we build
for everyone,
everyone wins:
The ramp helps
not just wheelchairs
but strollers,
delivery carts,
tired legs.
Captions help
not just deaf ears
but noisy rooms,
second languages,
different processors.
Multiple ways in
mean no one
stands outside
looking through
locked windows
at learning
they can't reach.
Every entrance
leads to the same
beautiful place:
understanding,
belonging,
growth.
Design from the start
for every brain,
every body,
every spirit
that walks
through your door.
True our loved ones have
upped and gone before us
The memories we hold onto
are the company we keep
Their voices in our head
repeat the words we treasure
We are never truly alone
along this journey we call life
Autumn leaves
fall slow
a child's questions
left hanging
in digital silence.
My fingers trace
letters that will not
hold still
b becomes d
was becomes saw
help becomes
nothing.
The maple outside
my bedroom window
drops one red leaf,
then another,
marking time
the old way.
Mom's phone buzzes:
Car arriving in 3 minutes
Pizza en route
Package delivered.
But no alert sounds
for the moment
understanding
slips away
from me.
No GPS tracks
the distance
between
what I know
and what
I need to know
to keep up
with Sarah, Asha
and Ahmed
and everyone else
who makes reading
look easy.
The tree empties
itself
of summer.
My note
book
empties
itself
of answers
I cannot find.
Both of us wait
for spring,
for someone
to notice
the silence
growing
inside me
in all this
bright, connected
noise.
Friend, you think you’ve fallen
into the bowels of an endless abyss.
Trust that it will not be infinitely dark
and you will find a way to survive this.
Live through every moment of your grief as you must.
It will somehow make you stronger.
This is a test you must complete:
no instructions, no shortcuts, no quick fixes.
You’re stronger than you think because
you’ll be there for those who count on you.
You’ll find the strength to step up to the plate
and know the right things to do.
There’s a give and take to life,
a time when you must be ready to let go.
Weave your sorrow into the fabric of your days.
Courage is the cape you wear for invincibility.
AP: Honorable Mention 2025
“Pray without ceasing; in everything give
thanks; for this is God’s will for you in
Christ Jesus.” 1 Thessalonians 5;17-18.
The hands of compassion echo
kindheartedness like Christ conveyed.
To the Good Samaritan’s mind,
cost discounted; duty outweighed.
In disparate worlds without slurs
the hands of compassion echo.
It matters not where needs occur;
they’re unique, unlike art deco.
They are hands that go way beyond
never grabbing, never gripping;
the hands of compassion echo,
off’ring help for someone slipping.
To make the diff’rence in God’s sight,
always pray, give thanks and check - "Oh
that we could know His perfect will!"
the hands of compassion echo.
How do you contact support? Please help.
UNBREAKABLE BOND.
Whether I scored more or I scored less
You’ve always had my back in all my mess.
You taught me as a child to cross the road bravely
But today too while crossing it, you hold my hand tightly.
My school ID and test papers I don’t even remember
Are still kept at a special place in your cupboards locker.
Your existence is so important, I just can’t tell
I still need you beside me when I am unwell.
For my joy and sorrow you are always there
To give your support, warmth and care
For more than my needs you always give
It’s because of you that I happily live
Unbothered by anyone are people of this race
But you know how I feel just by looking at my face.
I have to convey my thoughts to people in prior
But without me even telling you, you know what I desire.
And even if the whole world hates me
In your eyes love I will always see.
This bond that is unbreakable and transparent
Is the one that comes from a “parent”.
Behind and to your left I'll be
Supporting to the nth degree
I don't care to be out front
To play with you is all I want
Turn around if you're not sure
I'll be back there keeping score
Ready with some affirmation,
Encouragement, and motivation
Worry not, I'm covering
All you have to do is sing
And if you start to feel weary
Come and rest your head on me
I'll hold you and I'll tell you things
Words of love in whisperings
And I'll take care of everything
All you have to do is sing
friends make you feel good
they bring you a smile during cold spells
and a blanket of warmth for your soul
friends pull you up when life drags you down
they bring you out of your shell
when you're refusing to step out
friends bring out the sun on a cloudy day
they cheer you up when you want to cry
friends remind you life’s worth living
AP: 3rd place 2025
My eyes grow wet, and my heart is swollen as i follow the
Words Monica has just spoken.' She is going after that dirty
Dingo dan, genocidal doer of the culling plan.' A silent
Cheer fills me up.' My spiritsl now on fire 'cause our girl is tough'
An angry Aussie she will not be cowed.' A determined
Battler..Of who I'm proud; proud; proud.' She says that
Millions won't buy her off.' Yet there will be those (who doubt and scoff ) well i stand by her in poems and prayers.'
As she fights for all Aussies.' Man shes way out there.!!
Fighting for a country once the envy, of the western world..!
And it will be once more.! I SAY GET YOUR FLAGS UNFURLED!! You have just to stand.' Behind this slip of
A girl.' And rid yourself of the traitors.' Its time again for
Australia.. Now to stun this world.!!
Short
So many people assume
Short children can’t compete in
Sports, while in
School. It should come as no
Surprise that good talent can come in
Small packages. Let’s get out and
Support all kids regardless of size.
I've come to amuse you
to make sure you're not blue
to attempt to make you smile
for even just a litttle while
I don't mind acting the clown
if I can wipe away your frown
your tears I cannot tolerate
I understand why you're irate
I'll sing you serenades
I'll even play your dumb charades
I'll bring out my guitar
praise you like the star you are
I'll shower you with flowers
and fondle you for hours
never will I miss a cue
to guard you and protect you
AP: 3rd place 2025
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