WALKINGLY I ON HOLY STREETS OF GOLD
Triumphantly gathering
Amongst fellow visitors
Returning home leaving
Our shoes and sandals
At the door on my vacation spot
Earth passing through now
back home walking on Holy Grounds
Embracing my Father the soles of my feet
The soul of my vessel sweet
I bow down to greet praise worthy at His feet
Walkingly I on holy streets of gold
I cry out Glory, Holy Father of Heaven!
Hallelujah
8//11/25
Written words by James Edward Lee Sr.2025
Toward optimum development
defying diagnosis gloom
faith of child
soars midst freedom bliss
hits milestones yon debility blight
from wheelchair not exiled
radiating hope, trusting the Lord*
while prayer reaches heaven
heart beseeches ... triumphantly styled.
*Psalm 28:7 The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusted in him, and I am helped: therefore my heart greatly rejoiceth; and with my song will I praise him.
July 29, 2025
7th place, "A Child of Light" Tesla 3–6–9 Poetry Writing Premiere Contest
Sponsored by Suzette Richards; judged on 7/30/2025
The Design of The Tesla 3-6-9 Poem:
A 9-line verse.
Lines 3, 6 and 9 rhyme.
The syllable count of lines 3, 6, and 9 correspond to the line number.
Hilariously alike indeed
My special child's wheelchair and my patience when they are freed
Toward great fun to meet triumphantly necessary need
Like driving against gloomy mood for exuberant deed...
When soaring for delightful pursuits no to miss
My son's wheelchair maneuvers with bliss
Such is my patience from heart's grateful abyss
Praising the Lord for the help of every Brod and Sis...
When the wheelchair can't function and to rest it must bow
My special child keeps asking questions midst why and how---
That's my patience* in waiting for fulfilment of a vow
I pray, "Lord, please give me faith's answer, and I want it now!"
*Psalms 37:7-9 Rest in the LORD, and wait patiently for him: fret not thyself because of him who prospereth in his way.
July 24, 2025
2nd place, "12 lines or less Ridiculous Comparisons" Rhyme Poetry Writing Contest; Sponsored by Miranda Hawley; judged on 8/16/2025
Selfish aims in kindness-guise… I dare to confront
As my soul welcomes challenges with hope
Triumphantly while thankful spirit does cope
Surmounting trials of grievous affront.
Targets midst secret deals… I strive to check
As my heart submits to divine truth’s worth
Exposing transgressions against fake mirth
Repenting for pardon that conquers wreck.
Carnal goals with their deceit… I ought to face
As my mind is illumined by God’s light
With assured vision for heavenly flight
Toward courage to walk tall, blest with grace.
Motives reflecting shame… I need to see
As my faith learns to perceive genuine glow
Against hypocrisy, pride of false show
Living in wondrous love with freedom glee.
Intents lurking as ghosts… I must not fear
As my Lord assures His presence of peace*
Governed by great wisdom that cannot cease
Securing me while others gladly cheer.
*Philippians 4:7 - And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.
July 8, 2025
Honorable Mention, "1404" Poetry Writing Contest
Sponsored by Brian Strand; judged on 8/20/2025
"Every enigmatic environment enlists enlightened emotions" Quote by The Poet
Spectacular silvery spangled, star studded sky, so serene.
Under universal utterances uniquely unabashed, unseen.
Wildest wind wails when weakened, was welcomed warm weather.
Trees towering, trying to triumphantly touch together.
Serendipitous splendor soothes soulful scenes.
Gracefully groomed, growing greens.
Lustrous light looms, lasting like lingering lanterns.
Youthful yellowing, yet yesterday yearns.
Moonbeams meander, mesmerized midst melting moments.
Extraterrestrial elements enlist exponents.
Frenzied fireflies flutter, fulfilling fanciful florescent flashes.
Sparkling, swishing splashes.
Sycamores sway sweetly, so subdued, sounds softly sweep.
Calm clarity closely causes comfort, combinations creep.
Sporadically straying, sadly sets sorrow so steep.
The illuminate , ineffable
Spring walks triumphantly
It's imbued with valiant,
unwavering steps.
It's bedecked with the boundless,
unfailing Love and Truth
Peaceful, euphoric butterflies
radiate from the rainbow ,
towering hills.
The fated spring of the hillock
dwells in the realm of abiding Beauty,
‘I was born with the meaning of home running through my veins.’ - Lauren Eden
light of love
prevails in our home
radiating kindness glow
triumphantly warming hearts
despite gloom-caused hurts
revealing concern and care
as empathy reigns
until now
gripping our children
and now lingering
brightening family’s legacy with gratitude
to God* Who is the Builder of love-lit homes
*Psalm 127:1 Except the Lord build the house, they labour in vain that build it: except the Lord keep the city, the watchman waketh but in vain.
April 1, 2025
7th place, "Light or Shadows" Suzette Prime Poetry Writing Premiere Contest
Sponsored by Suzette Richards; judged on 4/9/2025
Love abounds and triumphantly prevails
Opulent with God’s grace that never fails
Vanquishes fear of aging midst life-sails
Exudes joy of peace* in birthday details.
*Romans 5:1 Therefore being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.
Acrostic in Rhyme
March 9, 2025
3rd place, "Write Four Beautiful Lines" Poetry Writing Contest
Sponsored by Constance La France; judged on 3/11/2025
In a meadow of death a rose,
our remains shed skin quietly;
Thorns fall out as we decompose,
A bit of you and some of me;
Feeding the soil triumphantly,
reviving a bloom of romance;
Caught the kiss of a honeybee,
fertilizing spring’s winsome chance.
OF THE NATURE OF LIFE
(A Senryu Trio)
Seasons of nature
reflect the nature of life;
challenging changes:-
Each season weathers,
claiming its own uniqueness;
just as our lives do:-
Let’s live seasoned lives.
No matter the challenges,
live triumphantly:-
OF THE NATURE OF LIFE
(A Senryu Trio)
Seasons of nature
reflect the nature of life;
challenging changes:-
Each season weathers,
claiming its own uniqueness;
just as our lives do:-
Let’s live seasoned lives.
No matter the challenges,
live triumphantly:-
Vacation amidst fun-filled holiday
Triumphantly spent along wondrous way
As Christmas friends bonded well
Marked with their fellowship yell:
“Rudolph, Frosty, Elf---for helping we stay!”
In their blest glow, together, gifts they share
Vibrantly exuding their gracious flair
Extending kindness with bliss
From their merry hearts’ abyss
Shouting: “Rudolph, Frosty, Elf brings God's care*!”
Singing their New Year jingles with delight
They inspire others against gloomy blight
Cheering to smite doubt and pout
Praying that in reaching-out
“We --- Rudolph, Frosty, Elf --- face freedom-flight.”
*Ephesians 4:32 And be ye kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God for Christ's sake hath forgiven you.
January 6, 2025
3rd place, "Holiday Fun Limerick contest- Santa, Frosty, Rudolph or Elf - set of 3" Limerick Poetry Writing Contest
Sponsored by Tania Kitchin; judged on 1/26/2025
Touch the moon
The poet said,
she had been inside me
Still, she left
Danced down the street
Was she smiling triumphantly
She gave her love
There was no more to say
Convinced that health is wealth, precious indeed
Vital in the ministry with my best
By God’s love, grace, peace and hope* amidst test…
I aim to stay fit --- my goal of blest creed.
Striving for wellness toward fulfilled life
Propels my functional being aright
With heart and soul reaching maximum height
Achieving most, devoid of ailment-strife.
Possessing healthy body and sound mind
I can do my tasks with workmanship glow
Joyously while smiting slothfulness’ woe
As faith drives me, triumphantly-designed.
I’ll continue with my exercise-ways
Practicing self-discipline for good gain
Feasting on nutritious diet, sans pain
Trusting God that I can win in life’s race.
Yes, staying healthy is number one goal
I pray to attain with the Lord’s great hand
For such props my daily reaching-out stand
With my senses as a person, so whole.
*Romans 15:13 - Now the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that ye may abound in hope, through the power of the Holy Ghost.
December 26, 2024
4th place, "ONE Goal" Poetry Writing Contest
Sponsored by Constance La France; judged on 12/29/2024
December 9 Praises to God Bible Meditations Based on Ephesians 4-6
Key Verse – Ephesians 4:13 Till we all come in the unity of the faith, and of the knowledge of the Son of God, unto a perfect man, unto the measure of the stature of the fulness of Christ.
PRAISE BE TO GOD FOR ENABLING US
TO COME IN THE UNITY OF THE FAITH
Praise be to God for enabling us to come
in the unity of the faith while we:
Press on toward His perfection
Pursue along His proven principles
Progress by His prodding prosperity
Perform through His powerful propelling
Pray to Him according to His purpose and plan
Ephesians 5:1 Praise be to the Lord
for letting us follow Him in:
Walking along His truth
Working for Him triumphantly
Worshipping Him with thanksgiving
Waiting for Him with our tenacious trust
Watching and witnessing for Him with worthy testimony
Ephesians 6:17 Praise be to the Saviour for
helping us with good will, doing service while:
Filled with His fulfillment
Flourished by His faithfulness
Festive along His fruitfulness-flow
Freed through faith in His fervency
Framed upon His fortified foundation. Amen!
December 9, 2024
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