Tag Archives: poem

Irony

Posted on April 19, 2017 by russtowne

The irony Is not lost on me That no matter How hard I try I’ll never know How long I’ll live Until the day I die. With Love, Russ

Posted in Death, Life, Poetry, Poetry I Wrote, Uncategorized | Tagged death, irony, Life, poem, poetry | 4 Comments

Peculiar Perfection

Posted on March 29, 2017 by russtowne

Two lost and hurting hearts Seeking love and protection Risked great pain to come together But found peculiar perfection. With Love, Russ

Posted in Loneliness, Love, Poetry, Poetry I Wrote, Uncategorized | Tagged loneliness, Love, pain, poem, poetry | 9 Comments

Inside

Posted on September 21, 2016 by russtowne

The sweetest fruit most full of flavor Awaits inside our hearts to savor. With Love, Russ

Posted in Heart, Poetry, Poetry I Wrote, Uncategorized | Tagged heart, poem, poems, poetry | 8 Comments

I’ve been on a poetic roll these last few days. If you’d like to experience my poetry, please check out my blog devoted to it at http://agratefulmanspoetry.com. A Grateful Man’s Poetry The titles of some of my recent creations include: “A … Continue reading →

Posted in Adversity, Loneliness, Loss, Love, Pain & Grief, Poetry, Poetry I Wrote, Potential | Tagged loss, Love, pain, poem, poetry | 2 Comments

Last Dance

Posted on October 16, 2015 by russtowne

(Genesis: When I saw two falling leaves swirl around each other as they fell to the ground, they reminded me of two lovers dancing.) Last Dance They clung tightly Knowing when they leapt It would be forever Flirted with … Continue reading →

Posted in Love, My Written Works Misc., Poetry | Tagged autumn, Fall, lovers, poem, poetry | 8 Comments

Change of Heart: A Children’s Rhyming Story

Posted on May 20, 2015 by russtowne

Change of Heart “Why do you look so sad?” asked my friend Chad. “It’s because of the bad day I’ve had!” He asked, “What’s wrong with your eyes?” Now that was a big surprise! As he and I sat to … Continue reading →

Posted in Children's Stories/Poems I Wrote, Choices, Poetry, Poetry I Wrote, Rhyming | Tagged childrens', choices, poem, poetry, rhyming, story | 20 Comments

A Man With a Treasure

Posted on May 18, 2015 by russtowne

A Man With a Treasure I know a man Who has A true treasure For a wife Yet too often Chooses To focus On her relatively few faults Instead of celebrating And Being grateful For all the ways He is … Continue reading →

Posted in Marriage, Observations, Poetry, Poetry I Wrote | Tagged focus, marriage, mistakes, poem, poetry | 23 Comments

Another Children’s Rhyming Poem

Posted on May 16, 2015 by russtowne

One Day in the Shade One day in the shade Of a Tickletoe Tree I thought how funny The world would be If we saw with our ears Tasted with toes Smelled with our eyes And touched with our nose … Continue reading →

Posted in Children's Stories/Poems I Wrote, Fun, Humor, Poetry, Poetry I Wrote, Rhyming | Tagged childrens', poem, poet, poetry, rhyming | 22 Comments

Dark Beauties

Posted on May 6, 2015 by russtowne

Dark Beauties Delightful tree silhouettes Framed by dusk-dimmed skies Your verdant beauty turns to black Before enchanted eyes You don’t complain about the change As nightfall draws near You simply use the light that’s left To make your silhouettes … Continue reading →

Posted in Acceptance, Challenges, Nature, Poetry, Poetry I Wrote | Tagged beauty, nature, poem, poet, poetry, silhouettes, trees | 16 Comments

You’re a Beautiful Memory

Posted on May 5, 2015 by russtowne

You’re a Beautiful Memory Long after You’ve gone Your memory Brings Hope In the deepest Depths of despair Beauty When ugly Seems everywhere Love To transform apathy Wisdom To help my eyes to see Light That shines through darkest … Continue reading →