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Boss Lady

Boss Lady!  Boss Lady?  Whatever do you mean?  
Do you mean I’m hip, I’m fly, I’m stylish, what?  
Do I accept an accolade, or are you being snide?
Or is it innuendo; yes… true, that just could be it too.  

Of course, you could be like one, who scoffs at his own issues;
for he is in denial, and refuses to resolve them.
What that means quite frankly dear is that you are insecure; 
and women who assert themselves just scare the pants off you,
 but you won’t tell that either.  

What could you lose but childishness if once you would admit? 
This better half of you in me has more than half a mind, and works.  
So well it works, (the female brain) you hardly can admit it; instead 
Your first defense is always, “women just don’t get it”.  
And there you go, that wall goes up and words… they just don’t matter; 
then reason doesn’t stand a chance, you say, “Oh, you’re so damn frus-tra-ting”.

If you would relax and keep quite still, it will not take long to see, 
the things Boss lady can not do she smiles and  calls for you.  
The reason friend is fairly simple, we make what’s called a team.  
Boss ladies do insinuate, but only to implore, 
you must stand tall, or you will fall, as prey to an imposter ;
Just recognize the one who sighs, though cute, is what? An interloper.

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Love Will Survive

There must have been a time or two, 
Though long ago it seems to be.
At least I thought our souls had meshed; 
For this I know, we shared life's flesh.
No one would guess our shapeless bud, 
Sprang from one's womb of love we bloomed.

If I had known that growing up
 Meant loss of memories too tender 
And sweet, I would have used the
Will God gave, to shield us from both 
Harm and pain.

No matter what this life may bring, 
We must hold fast to mom’s favorite phrase, 
"Be Good to Your self"; then from some deep, 
Dark place her love resides, 
The calm and peace will surely rise.

Know this my brother, 
Our love is strong, and now 
She has gone; we are all we have.

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Sweet Dreams

Sweet dreams… flashes of Kodak moments…desire framed in translucent bubbles gently tickle my nose…induced

Sweet dreams… pastel colored memories… cast in hues of unfathomed bliss caress softly, behind closed eyes…reposed

Sweet dreams…subconscious whims …arouse playful visions of fantasy gleaned from countless pleasures, waft rhythmically above slumbered head… seduced

Sweet dreams… radiant moon beams sparkle... bliss glows and sprinkles jubilantly dance, around the waxing moon… oblivious

Sweet…dreams…cool rain drops... transform reverie into murky pieces of a nameless dream, "Secrets" cloak quickly shrouds the waning moon …anxious
 
Sweet…dreams…surreptitious by nature… bleak darkness overwhelms starlit memories once bright, no peace survives this plight tonight…confusion.

Sweet…dreams… lulled by rustling whispers…soft sing-song  rock-a-bye tunes sway halting thoughts of stark reality; "Saving Grace", new best friends, "Emotionless" and "Solace" break the fall as fantasy tumbles at an uncontrollable pace …epiphany

Sweet…dreams...host of the “masquerade ball”…guests' "Masked Secret" escorted by "Blind Ignorance", flaunt costumes dressed as "Unbeknown-st" and "Eyes Wide Shut", strut haughtily with "Unrevealed"… rivalry

Sweet…dreams…heart fiercely rocked… gripped on a roller coaster ride to watch Gibraltar crumble, thrust into the tight embrace of faith to face the folly and be wise…boldly

Sweet…dreams…awakened to limitless realities…up a zigzag maze around choice ruled
actions, anticipating unpredictable fate; dreams come with wisdom by the wings of a dove, bringing peace as the treasure, and a promise of joy for good measure…  empowered 

Sweet dreams!

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Valentine Thing

Lo and behold! Who would have ever known? 
Two decades, plus --we’ve watched unfold.  

Each Step we share, whether here or there;
Amazingly, our love has grown. 

I must admit, if truth be told; this thing we have 
is like diamonds and gold.

Won’t you be my sweet Valentine? Hurry, come see me,
Before I grow old.

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Baby Doll

When I was young, chic Baby Dolls were fun to dress and talk to.
To hope and dream with Baby Doll; those wishes would come true too.
What fun I had with Baby Doll; when she and I made just two.
That Baby Doll had clothes galore; and never did she have one chore.

She even had a car to drive; and the house we shared was so divine.
“When I grow up”, she made me wish “I’d really like to be one”.
My dream came true and I ‘m that doll I always longed to be;
But to those of you who think of dolls as mere objects of amusement;
You flirt, and say, “Hey Baby Doll”; then smile real big;
Your wide eyes filled with glee;

I cannot help it, if you think a toy is what you see;
So what I’ve learned to say real fast is,
 “don’t even think about playing with me”.

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Doubt Has a Space of It's Own

“Doubt” is a lonely place when once it takes its hold. 
Do pay close attention or it will have its toll.

“Doubt” is a lonely place, for no one wants to share. 
They say misery loves company;  but “Doubt” is hard to snare.

Elusive “Doubt” hides in shadows and slowly it takes form.
Opaque thoughts dwell, swelling in dense clouds of despair. 

Left all alone, “Doubt” harbors fear, blinded by confusion of lore.
So take my advice, use haste, and quickly vacate “Old 
Doubt's” dreary space; 

Have no “Doubt” that only love of self, will 
overcome this insipid place.

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Care Enough

Touched by a wisp of breath divine, eyes opened wide, as if surprised.

Awakened at first light of day, I care enough, bow my head and, shut my eyes.
Another day meant just for me, to find my way as I arise.

My wish before this Yuletide crest – is know each day that I am blessed.

This day I give to you, my LOVE.  All wrapped with smiles and ribbons wide; 
Bright bows tied tight with kisses and hugs; belong to “one”, always by my side.

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Too Much Time

Why did I do this hurtful thing? My thread began so straight and strong.
Who could have switched my spool so new, to one with knots and frayed stretched ends?
When did the fabric of silky sheets, transform to cut so long and deep? 

Could I have dreamed the bliss I found? Unconscious to rugged roads beyond.  
So far from happiness the course time strolls, now lost in a maze as hurdles unfold.  
Am I alone to chart this course, while ghost like shadows elude my touch?  

Before I lose all faith and trust, I breathe, relax, and slow my stride. 
Then suddenly the spirit guide demands the chance to find sweet love divine. 
It’s then I find the link entwined and where the thread of love unwinds.  

To time I hail for lessons learned; too much of it is left unknown. 
Change gives us time to learn the rules and break them when we must move on.

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Spiritual Self

I grew to know myself at last, now I know more than in the past;

When far from right…words did deceive, I could have missed dear mothers’ heed;

She tried her best to make me see, majestic purpose… just for me;

God’s gift of love dwells in my heart; He blesses me… pure Will imparts;

Life’s lessons learned empower faith, steadfast with every step toward grace;

My spirit bonds to nurture souls; Enlightenment by wisdom flows… 

Bugles sound while marching on; Joyously Mount Zion bound.

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Embrace

Embrace what mystically is known to be true; 
That which we seek is our destiny.  
Each milestone mastered open wisdoms door. 
Destiny’s face is revealed; slowly as we soar. 
The feeling is thrilling and God knows we’re willing; 
For change is the beauty of our “Masters’ “design.  

Cherish time spent to develop our minds.
Even fears that caused tears, taught lessons we learned;  
And with His help we embraced all that we yearned.  
Overcome each obstacle and gird your strength well; 
Don’t dare let it go, ‘cause what we embrace can be heavy, you know?  

God’s inscrutable wisdom we may not understand.
Still we trust in his judgment, and follow his plan; 
Just make sure faith is hearty; and we will walk hand-in-hand, 
As, fearlessly, we embrace our destiny.