| Dreams A life of happiness- A dream that never came true, But became a nightmare That left an Indelible mark on my mind That can never be erased. Words, promises- meaningless in a Life without understanding; a life without Love- without forgiveness. Yet there is still a compulsion to follow a dream, But to what end? Is it fantasy that keeps one Filled with hope for contentment? Yes, I think so...but until that fantasy becomes Reality, hope overcomes remorse and the Burden is easier to bear in search of fulfullment. The nightmare of a wasted life lurks, Like a hungry beast, waiting to attack And devour the dream. Life is mysterious... Erratic...filled with days of anguish, yet The expectation of someday realizing true Happiness erases the sorrow and makes Life worth living. |
| Happiness Lost A storm, raging in my mind, Pouring out its sadness- Filling my brain with the chaos Of happiness lost, Buried in an abyss of darkness Where turmoil reigns. A battle of heart and mind- Thoughts in disarray, like a jigsaw puzzle- And none of the pieces fit. |
| A Mother Is... A mother is a wondrous one The Lord put on this land; She teaches you the way of life With a firm, but loving hand. She's always there when things go wrong To lend a willing ear, And calmly gives assurance That you've not a thing to fear. She speaks with love straight from her heart- A sparkle in her eyes- The years that streaked her hair with grey Have also made her wise. She's borne the burden of her years Through happiness and strife And made a vow of eternal love From the day she gave you life. |
| A Father Is... A father is a hero- Someone you can admire; He gives you love and guidance And his patience never tires. He comforts you when things go wrong And lends a willing ear, And calmly gives assurance That you've not a thing to fear. He'll love you and protect you- Stand beside you to the end... He's not just your father, He's also your best friend. |
| The Lake It lies so still; so calm, like fresh-cleaned glass. It's glossy finish reflecting blue sky And fluffy white clouds amid towering trees- Mother Nature's gigantic mirror on the ground. A gentle breeze sets the mirror a-sparkle Like a sea of glistening diamonds. |
| Caring Say it with a single rose or a beautiful bouquet... Friendship is forever, Not just for one special day. Friendship is a treasure of trust and kindness shared- You don�t have to sing a love song, Just two simple words..." I care". |
| Thoughts Hearing your voice is like a breath of fresh air.. Feeling your presence when I close my eyes... Refreshing, like a meadow after a storm.... You are the rainbow- the light of my life, Like a star to wish upon; a wish for a life worth living, And for no more sadness. Soar like an eagle. Life can be beautiful. Just follow your dream. I cannot forget the day you came back Into my life. Like a whirlwind, lifting me to the clouds; Taking away all the hurt and grief. From that moment on I became a new person- A feeling of being; of living again; A feeling that life has meaning. It's hard to explain what I'm feeling- It's more than infatuation; more than passion... I feel drawn to you. I don't feel alone anymore. I want to share your grief; I want to erase it from your mind. I want you to have all the happiness that you so greatly deserve. You have filled a large void in my life And I hope that in some way I can turn your sorrow into happiness As you have done for me. I don't want to control your life, I just want to be part of it. I want you to know how wonderful you are And how very, very, very special you are. |
| Copyright �2001 Charlotte Berry |
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| Serenity Dusk...deepening shadows, The moon winking through green leaves- An aerial light display by dancing fireflies. Soft crackling, a gentle rustling beneath The trees -night creatures. In the distance a whip-poor-will sings his Nocturnal lullaby. Birds silhouetted against the darkening sky Wing their way to their nest, There to rest until daybreak. A scene of beauty and peace, equalled only By the gentle calm of dawn. |
| Wounded Heart Bruised and battered, my wounded heart Knows not love nor desire, without love returned. You lifted me from an abyss of grief- You gave me sunshine, and you took it away With no warning. The laughter we shared, The happiness, tossed into a bottomless pit Of darkness. |
| Music of My Mind |