Dreams Begin With Me I pray my dreams will all come true,To fly through skies of sapphire blue,To trace the rivers winding low…But only I can make it so. I long to gather dawn in verse,Where dreams and words I can rehearse,Each stanza warmed by amber glow…But only I can make it so. The hoursContinue reading “Dreams Begin With Me”
Monthly Archives: July 2026
River’s Edge
The author finds solace at the river’s edge, where nature’s beauty aids in stress relief and healing. The poem reflects on calming interactions with wildlife and cherished memories from living in Florida. Despite missing the ocean, the local lake provides a calming escape, fostering connection to nature and personal well-being.
Sixties Child
Colleen Keller Breuning reflects on her carefree childhood in the sixties, sharing nostalgic memories that would astonish today’s kids, such as rotary phones and summers without air conditioning. She also recounts her mother’s 89th birthday celebration, highlighting family bonds, laughter over a cake mishap, and the joy of simple pleasures.
Free Fall to Freedom
Colleen Keller Breuning reflects on America’s 250th birthday celebration, emphasizing a nostalgic sense of unity and patriotism contrasted with present-day disconnection. Despite a heat wave restricting plans, she enjoys a staycation of relaxation, BBQ preparation, and moments of contemplation. The spirit of celebration perseveres amid personal and national pride.
Colleen Keller Breuning 