Sunflower Soul

sunflower soul

waxing weary

of false façade,

this make-believe mirth,

while woes are wending,

sorrow sweeping,

vainly through veins…

yes, sunflower souls

indeed have veins

as well as dreams,
desires rooted deeply
within prairie prayers

waiting, wanting, wishing

for courage to be she

sunflower soul swaying

towards son’s song

turning, tilting,

soaking strength

from heaven’s tears

spirit blooming,

bearing seeds of hope

Copyright 2011

The Letter J and What it Means to Me

J is for Ms. Jenny and my Alphabet Journey through life.


Jenny knows this but many of you may not. Sweet Jenny has been my guardian angel for quite some time. She has been my cheerleader, my mentor, and a very special, loving friend. She has been by my side, every step of the way as I worked my way through her alphabet series (twice!). Alphabe-Thursday became a stepping stone in which I began to explore life, on a deeper level, with poetry and other writings. So you all will just have to excuse me and understand when I take ownership and call her "MY" Ms. Jenny, okay?


Anyway, I was finally able to thank her properly. My Jenny was kind enough to forward me a photo of her beautiful mug.

Using my personal techniques I turned Ms. Jenny into a work of art (not that she wasn't already)

Jenny...I love and adore you. I thank you, with sincerity of heart, your encouragement and gentle guidance as I walk down this new road on my journey through the rest of my life. You are my forever friend!