No April Rain No April rain, no flowers bloom,No overwhelming sense of gloom.Her light shines through the thickest haze…She brightens up the darkest days. Her smile is like the blazing sun,Full of rainbows and sparkly fun.Effervescent, she sings and plays…She brightens up the darkest days. I leave behind my sun and skiesIt’s always hard toContinue reading “No April Rain”
Monthly Archives: November 2024
Reach Higher
Colleen Keller Breuning shares her busy life as she balances work and home responsibilities during Writer’s Choice Week. Recently, she completed her Quickbooks ProAdvisor Certification and is preparing for Thanksgiving in Florida. With upcoming foot surgery, Colleen manages holiday decorating challenges, while expressing gratitude for family and upcoming celebrations.
Need to Write
The writer expresses an urgent need to write, comparing thoughts to refracted light and emphasizing the struggle with creativity amidst a winter backdrop. Alongside, personal anecdotes unfold, detailing a recent experience with a sick cat, Bobby, and the challenges of reintroducing him to Rudy post-vet visit, juxtaposing art with daily life.
A Thousand Dreams
The poem “A Thousand Dreams” reflects on feelings of isolation and anxiety in the digital age. The speaker grapples with identity while hoping to turn dreams into reality. Inspired by Arthur Rimbaud, the poem emphasizes a journey from darkness to light, urging a release from the past. Colleen shares insights about Rimbaud’s life, her weekend reflections, and the beauty around her.
Dying Light
Colleen Keller Breuning reflects on a chaotic week filled with overwhelming political tension, expressing a desire for peace and change. She encourages readers to vote amidst frustration with divisive rhetoric. The poem highlights themes of hope and redemption while wishing everyone a joyful autumn weekend.
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