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”
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.
Autumn Hush
Colleen’s poem celebrates the beauty of autumn, highlighting the vibrant colors and serene experiences of the season. Reflecting on a recent day spent with her mother, she expresses gratitude for their bond and her mother’s good health. Colleen encourages readers to appreciate the autumn scenery around them.
Shadows of Gloom
“Shadows of Gloom” reflects on dealing with physical pain and emotional struggles, echoing sentiments inspired by the song “Crying Lightning.” The writer shares personal challenges with aging, health issues, and coping mechanisms through writing. They emphasize the importance of hope, self-acceptance, and resilience while recognizing the shared human experience of hardship.
Cutty Sark On Ice
The post reflects on the emotional turmoil caused by recent hurricanes in Florida, highlighting feelings of helplessness and anxiety from a distance. The author, a longtime Florida resident, empathizes with those affected. They express hope for healing and commend community efforts in recovery while reminiscing about their own storm experiences.
Chimney Rock
The devastation caused by Hurricane Helene, particularly in North Carolina and Tennessee, has left survivors shattered as homes and lives are swept away. Outrage grows over insufficient government aid, with victims receiving only $750 after catastrophic loss. Colleen expresses deep empathy and encourages donations to support recovery efforts while advocating for change.
Indian Summer
Indian Summer Sun sits high in October skiesin fields of blue where eagle fliesGeese frolic as the chipmunks playon this Indian summer day. The warm sweat drips down from my brow,wishing fall would break, here and now.Watching crimson leaves blow astrayon this Indian summer day. Soon the autumn will come unboundwith frost like diamonds onContinue reading “Indian Summer”
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