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The following poems were written by Diane   Copyright © 1995-2000 Diane

 

Gifts of the Sea

 

Wondering about the beach, I see,

Each rolling wave is teeming with gifts from the sea.

Sometimes we have to dig for them.

One shell reminds me that we must  learn to move to the same rhythm

Or we will destroy each other.

It's a matter of making  the connection and encouraging joy & laughter.

Learning  to maintain a balance of physical, intellectual & spiritual life,

Amidst all the strife.

Learning  to look and work in the same direction

While finding inner peace, contentment and protection.

Miracles of life and growth are ever changing, ever growing to form a  stronger shell.

Chasing sand pipers and sea gulls along white sands, I run and yell.

Patiently choosing my precious gifts - my spirit begins to flourish;

Listening to the sea, I find communication becomes communion and we are nourished.

Now back at work, these gifts remind  me to find time for me;

Reflecting on the harmony, the eternal ebb & flow of the sea.

Solitude and loyalty to feed my soul

Help me to remain whole.

Can you hear the sea talking to thee?

Copyright © 1995-2000 Diane

                

Just Another Rock

To many people who see me, I'm just another rock.

Something to kick, push aside or get caught in a sock.

Seldom does anyone take a look at me;

To really see what I am meant to be.

I could be a gem or a part of a statue;

You have to pick me up - That's your queue.

And take a good look at me;

While you have a cup of coffee or tea.

Look at my grain. . .

I've been forged out of pain.

Touch me. . .feel me

What can you see?

Am I cold?

Could I be sold?

Put me by a fire and feel the heat in me.

My fee is free.

Look at my color. . .

You could throw me and see me soar.

I can make the waters ripple

Or do you want me to lull?

I've been sent by God above. . .

To bring you peace and love.

So next time you see me.

Don't push me aside. . . do you hear me talking 

to thee?

Copyright © 1995-2000 Diane

A Golfer's Angel

May you not have the sun in your face

As a game of golf you embrace.

As you try to keep score

You tee off and yell "fore."

You approach the first green

You're trying to stay lean,

It's a birdie!

You're glad it's not a bogie.

Onward you drive, chip and putt

You have this feeling in your gut.

As you score an eagle

You're feeling pretty regal.

May you not need your wedge

Because you have the leading edge.

May all the other greens be a hole-in-one

And then you are done.

Copyright © 1995-2000 Diane

dedicated to my late Uncle Jimmy

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