Expressing Yourself with Poetry


divider


Poem index for this page


A Gesture of Friendship World Wide    Sister to Sister    Thank You     His Dream
The Healer     Remember Me     My ICQ     Life Is Precious     For My Friend    
Pain     Love     Thank You     To My Love    All For You     Lo and Behold It's A Poem
For My Special Friend     The Transformation    Sonnet On A Star     Is It Possible?    
My Love     Our Friendship    The Walk


divider


A Gesture of Friendship World Wide

What does it take, to take the time to smile
To offer help, or just a friendly gesture,
The world wide needs love, understanding, and laughter
To all those people who have lost their laughter,
I give it to you as a gift, try it
Smile even if it's hard,
When people can make you feel mad, or sad
Just look them in the eye and smile,
Wait for the reaction, and feel the smile get bigger,
Then will come the most precious gift of all laughter,
Laugh at your mistakes, laugh at the seriousness of any situation, just laugh at nothing.
Let this laughter spread, and you will be helping to spread it world wide,
Then maybe people will sit down and think, life isn't that bad.
People may even stop and think, to laugh rather than kill, fight or make war,
No more tears of sorrow, just tears of joy, when someone
you know leaves us, in death or to go in another direction,
Laugh and keep thinking at least you have your memory
Nothing can take this away, nor your smile, nor your laughter.
It costs nothing, but it is more precious than anything.
Help and make the world laugh and smile with love and joy,
Spread it,
Let us all unite all over the world and smile and laugh, and feel the warmth spread.
A ray of sunshine for us all.

Submitted on January 29, 1999 and written by author - Theressa Holland


Back to Index of poems for this page


divider


Sister to Sister

One of my greatest friends I know,
is someone who cares and loves me so.
She knows my comforts and dislikes,
and always tries to win the fights.
Our fights are over petty things,
Who answers the telephone when it rings.
When problems or troubles do arise,
She's always there to help me and compromise.
High school finished, college started,
I never pictured us being parted.
Though much games and fun have come to an end,
Your always my sister, always my friend.



Submitted on January 30, 1999 and written by author - Liz Watters


Back to Index of poems for this page


divider


Thank You


Thank you for being a friend
When no one else would
Thank you for trusting me
You were the only one who could
Thank you for being there
When I break down and cry
Thank you for being the one
On whom I can rely
Thank you for sharing with me
All your thoughts inside
Thank you for letting me know
That lifes a bumpy ride
Thank you for giving me faith
When I did not believe
Thank you for giving me pride
Now my goals I can achieve
Thank you for all your gifts
Thank you for your love
Thank you for being you
You are my stars from above


Submitted on March 14, 1999 and written by author - Mary Olszewski


Back to Index of poems for this page


divider


His Dream

He said "last night I had a dream, twas a dream bout me and you".
I asked him "Please do share with me, let me see if dreams come true."
He said, "Are you sure you want to hear, for your sweet face may blush".
I said, "Please tell me darlin, just say and I will hush".

And so, he sweetly began to tell a dream so warm and kind,
I have to ask myself you see, will this dream we ever find.
He said we walked along a beach, hand in hand in soft moonlight,
Our shadows fell upon the sand, it made an awesome sight.

Then tenderly he touched my face, and gently kissed my lips,
We fell into a warm embrace, to the sand we slowly slipped.
His tender hands began to explore, my heart, my soul, my love,
He could see stars twinkling in my eyes, reflecting the heavens above.

And slowly, gently he gave to me, what we had both been longing for,
We climbed loves magic mountain, we opened loves magical door.
Then with hearts beating as one, we reached loves mountain top,
Our bodies closely entertwined , our love it flowed, we could not stop.

Then as the fires of lovin died, and passions embers glowed,
He held me closely to his heart, my face new bliss it showed.
Warm sands had been our lovin bed, now the tide was coming in,
It washed away every single trace of where our love had been.

He said, "My dear it was so real, I can see it clear as day,
I hope my sharing this with you, won't make you run away."
Now time has passed since that day, and a special love we've found,
A love that's true and honest, it's based on solid ground.

Days have each passed so quickly now, we still long for our embrace,
For you see this love we safely share, is here in cyber space.
But one day soon if the fates allow, our paths are bound to meet,
Then my eyes can thank him for this dream, so warm and oh so sweet.

Submitted on April 4, 1999 and written by author - Bonnie Zehring


Back to Index of poems for this page


divider


The Healer

From a divine spark within
a spiritual healer I am
Embrace the power above
instill my honesty with love

My fears I must face
with truth and grace
During time of doubt
let patience will out

When all seems wrong
you are growing strong
Negative pleasures cast away
positive pleasures will stay

Evolution takes time
and will test your mind
We must live in two worlds
both spiritual and physical

Now is the time for
the human race to begin
and start to discover
the divine will with in

Put your hand on another
with love and compassion
Yes I am the Healer
on my path to be healed



Submitted on May 13, 1999 and written by author - Rick Goodwin


Back to Index of poems for this page


divider


Remember Me

Although I'm gone for you to see,
look in the sky, in heaven I'll be.
I'll watch you from through the stars.
I want you to know, I'm not that far.

Remember the memories that we share.
Cherish them, they seem so rare.
I know you miss me, and your love for me is true.
Always remember ....I love you too.

Here in heaven we are one team.
I'll be waiting for you.
But now.....
I'll be in your dreams.

In memory of my great grandmother, Bessie May Cates, 1921-1999



Submitted on August 25, 1999 and written by author - Sarah Payne


Back to Index of poems for this page


divider


My ICQ


I get online and hear a sound,
ribbit, ribbit, I look around.
Hey, my friends are on, they
wanna chat, can't tell you how
happy I am bout that.
Urls, messages up and down, my
ICQ list grows, in leaps and
bounds.
I love em all, they are my friends,
I know they'll be there till the end.
The little green flower you see,
brings my friends closer to me.
Coo, coo, love them sounds,
knowing my friends are around.
By the end of the day, the names
turn red, then I know it's time for bed.



Submitted on August 28, 1999 and written by author - Marie Lehmkuhl


Back to Index of poems for this page


divider


Life is Precious

Have you ever seen a winter day,
where birds fly around and bunnies play?
Have you seen snowflakes falling down,
how they melt when they hit the ground?
Have you ever enjoyed a spring rain,
If you have missed these, it's a shame.

Have you ever seen a summer night,
and looked up to see the moonlight?
Have you ever seen a winter moon,
It's big and bright and gone too soon?
Have you ever heard the insects sing,
on a cool evening in the spring?
If you have, then you know how beautiful
life can be.

If I had missed the summer, winter, spring,
I'd of grown up missing everything.
I had some love, I had some hate,
I found love, it was not too late.
I learned to love in return, and I thank
God for everyone.
I know this doesn't mean alot to anyone
but me,
but life's to precious not to try and be,
as happy as we are you see.



Submitted on August 28, 1999 and written by author - Marie Lehmkuhl


Back to Index of poems for this page


divider


For My Friend


I turn on my computer
and look for the light,
it makes me smile cause
it's an invite.
Me and my friend get on
the screen and chat bout,
our hopes and dreams.
Sometimes we laugh till our
sides are sore, and sometimes
we cry till we can't anymore.
We've never met, never touched,
never seen each other smile,
we've touched hearts without
walking a mile.
Someday we'll meet and we'll talk
face to face, and share tears and
smiles we can never replace.
Just want you to know, you mean the
world to me, there's a place in my
heart where you'll always be
.



Submitted on August 28, 1999 and written by author - Marie Lehmkuhl


Back to Index of poems for this page


divider


Pain

The world moves at a fast pace,
And it never stops to see the problems that I face.
Life causes so much pain,
And you can't do anything except cry and complain.
Take it from me and all the pain I've felt.
I don't try to control my fate,
I just play the cards that I'm dealt.
And sometimes I take a wrong turn,
But from my mistakes I always learn.
In my 14 years,
I've shed too many tears.
Life can be so rough,
And to keep my head up can be really tough.
Sometimes I feel like I can't go on any longer,
But it's true what they say,
What doesn't kill you will only make you stronger.

Submitted on November 29, 1999 and written by author - Mark Ciolek


Back to Index of poems for this page


divider


Love

Have you ever loved someone
But knew they didn't care?
Did you ever feel like crying
But knew you would get no where?
Did you ever close your eyes real tight
And say a little prayer?
Or look into their hearts
And wish that you were there?
Did you ever watch them walk away
Not wanting them to go?
And whisper oh, I love you,
But never let them know?
If you could choose between life and death
You would almost rather die,
Love is fun but hurts so much
The price you pay is high
And so I say don't fall in love
You will get hurt before your through
You see my friend, I ought to know,
I fell in love with you!



Submitted on November 29, 1999 and written by author - Amy D. Paul


Back to Index of poems for this page


divider


Thank You

Thank you for each moment spent together,
Each thought and word shared.
Thank you for being honest
Even when it would have been easier not to be.
Thank you for each tear you've turned to laughter,
Or each heartache you've turned to joy.
Thank you for helping me feel beautiful, inside and out.
Thank you for lifting my insecurities with your confidences and praise.
Thank you for accepting me, as I am,
And over looking the faults I have.
Thank you for being the person that you are,
And helping me become the person I am.
Thank you for loving me, as I love you.



Submitted on March 5, 2000 and written by author - Sarah Else


Back to Index of poems for this page


divider


To My Love

My dearest, my love, you will always be
With in my heart, inside of me.
You're in me and I'm in you
One we have become from two.

Though we have to be apart
I carry you inside my heart.
I love you more than words can say,
And in my heart you'll always stay.

With you I want to share my life
I want someday to be your wife.
For now,remember that I love you,
And I'll remember you love me too.



Submitted on April 6, 2000 and written by author - Stephanie Hendricks


Back to Index of poems for this page


divider


All For You

If I could catch a rainbow
I would do it just for you
And share with you it's beauty
On the days you're feeling blue.

If I could build a mountain
You could call your very own
A place to find serenity
A place to be alone.

If I could take your troubles
I would toss them into the sea
But all these things I'm finding
Are impossible for me.

I cannot build a mountain
Or catch a rainbow fair
But let me be what i know best
A friend that's always there.



Submitted on April 6, 2000 and written by author - Stephanie Hendricks


Back to Index of poems for this page


divider


Lo and Behold It's A Poem

Does anyone share this passion to write
The passion that keeps you up all night
A subject pops into your tired head
Just before its time for bed
You say to yourself , just let it go
But in your mind you already know
That once in bed with the light turned out
That subject will contiue to dance and shout
So its out of that bed and straight to the puter
Typing and changing and trying to be cuter
Its seven oclock, eight oclock, nine oclock, ten
When will the words come to an end
Writers block never shows up when you need it
And the poem keeps growing as long as you feed it
As your eyes get heavy and the meter rythmatic
You begin to love the poem and become ecstatic
You couldn't sleep before for the words woudn't stop
Now you can't believe its eleven oclock
What will this all bring before morning arrives
Well lo and behold it's a poem. SURPRISE!



Submitted on April 9, 2000 and written by author - Lorelai Thompson


Back to Index of poems for this page


divider


For My Special Friend

Of the few friends I have had
They all have been untrue
But everything changed
The day that I met you

And even though this friendship
Isn't as close as some are
I know that if I needed you
You would'nt be very far

It's not the time spent together
It's the things that we share
The smiles, the laughs, the hugs
Knowing that your there

My friend these words come from the heart
And I want you to remember
No matter how far apart we are
Our friendship will last forever

If I could make a wish for you
I would look for the brightest star
And wish that all your dreams come true
No matter where you are


Submitted on May 1, 2000 and written by author - Mary Dunavin


Back to Index of poems for this page


divider


The Transformation

And am I falling apart or is this just what it feels like in the cocoon?

How many nights will I go to sleep hoping
Praying I'll hear from you soon again
Will you resurface when I need you
Am I really far from then?
Do you ache for me somewhere
Are you feeling what I do
How far apart are we really
How well do I know you?

In a moment of reflection
I saw captured in your eyes
You are wondering where it's leading
You're wondering about truth and lies
Torn between power and passion
Torn between love and home
Knowing that your soul is bleeding
For the only love you've ever known

And I can tell you as I sit here
The tears come and go and I'm in pain
Hanging onto faith with a vengeance
Wondering if I'll see you again
Trying to embrace the spirit
Feeling her purr in my ears
Soothing me with calm surrender
Telling me to let go the fears

And if the caterpillar feels the instinct
To weave herself a warm cocoon
Does she know that she'll come out different
Or does she wonder if its doom
But she can't go against her nature
She must transform or else she'll die
Never is there talk of question
She doesn't stop to ask why

It's so scary in this place of shadows
I feel abandoned here by fate
Wondering if I'll make it somehow
Knowing I can only wait
Leaning into unseen beauty
Stroking spotted invisible fur
As she whispers in the darkness
'Trust that miracles do occur'

And will I emerge from this hibernation,
This shedding of immortal skin
Like a snake blind in it's molting
Ready to strike enemy or kin
Trying to breathe and trust in nature
Trying to trust the process I feel
Trusting that in the end transformation
Will finally make this journey real

I miss you with every feeling
I long for you with all my soul
You are a part of my eternal being
Your absence leaves a gaping hole
But I have to trust you'll rejoin me
As you emerge from your own pain
I'll feel your kiss some new morning
As the sun shines out from the rain

Til then I suppose wings are growing
And my tears are washing away the old
I just wish I could touch you
I just wish you were here to hold
But She nudges me beneath her wingspan
Serene and gentle in the storm
And I close my eyes and listen
I never knew it felt like this being reborn

So the butterfly when she emerges
Wings wet and just a little shy
Does she ever remember the torment
Or does she just reach for the sky
And my heart even as it's breaking
and my soul despite being raw
Knows the magic that I'm feeling
Knows that it was worth waiting for.


Submitted on May 30, 2000 and written by author - D.A. Hoffmann


Back to Index of poems for this page


divider


Sonnet On A Star


If I could write a sonnet
on a star
then bottle it and toss it
to the sea
Would it travel
to the corners of the earth
and echo there the love
I hold for thee?

If I could write a sonnet
on the moon
then bottle it and toss it
to the winds
Would it find your heart
so you may briefly know
where your love ends
is where my love begins?

If I could write a sonnet
on the sun
then bottle it and toss it
throughout time
Would someone from a distant galaxy
find no greater love than that was mine?

Yet, I cannot write a sonnet
on a star, nor moon,
nor even on the blazing sun,
nor bottle words
to send them where you are,
nor coerce our separate hearts
to beat as one.

And so my darling
you will never hear
the humble words of love
I wrote for thee.
They remain encrypted,
tightly sealed,
and yet, they travel
on eternally.
.


Submitted on November 13, 2000 and written by author - Tamara Latham


Back to Index of poems for this page


divider


Is It Possible?


Is it possible:
To “meet” someone without physical contact?
To feel the closeness of their soul hundreds of miles away?
To leave knowing they will be there when you get back?
To want to be with that person no matter what obstacles stand in your way?
To have so much in common yet think differently?
To miss them so much that it makes you sick?
To speak with that person almost simultaneously?
To care for that person's happiness rather than your own?
To anticipate their every word?
To think about them as often as you breathe?
Is it possible………to be in love with a face you’ve never seen?
.


Submitted on June 19, 2001 and written by author - Shauntitia Whitfield


Back to Index of poems for this page


divider


My Love


Like a song that plays long into the night,
With vibrant sounds that shake the soul and mind of thought,
My love for you is brought to mind with each note that chimes deep inside.

The words I want to express are hard to find at times,
For what I feel when the tears slide down my face,
There are no words to describe.

I long for you each moment of each hour and of each day,
When you are gone, I think of you with every lonely second,
Until you are in my arms once more.

This song rings on deep inside, what words for such a melody?
I love you dear, is all that I can say,
For this feeling swells up deep inside bringing memories of you.

Since you came into my heart, life is pure harmony.
Take my hand and dance with me the rest of my life.
As you give all you have and our notes flow through each other,
I will cherish each thought, I will endure through life.

Through the sad times to come, Through the good.
Through the trying times to beset, as they will.
But also through life and my life I give, to you.

Let it ring for all to hear,
But if none should hear, makes no difference,
For I know you will be there, and that is what I need,
For the rest of my life.
.


Submitted on June 30, 2001 and written by author - Donald D. Campbell


Back to Index of poems for this page


divider


Our Friendship


It is said that the best things in life are free,
I have found this to be true,
'Cause one of the best things I have in my life,
Is my very special friendship with you.

Through the depressing darkness and the clouds of despair,
Through the times of joy and light,
You were always there beside me,
Making sure that I was going to be all right.

To have a friend makes life easier to take,
The bumps and bruises healing fast,
But the greatest joy in this odyssey called life,
Is being a friend in a friendship that lasts.

By divine design, no one is truly perfect
We can prove that every day,
But when you're in the company of true friends,
There is nothing that can stand in your way.

We are all kindred spirits walking the earth,
Hoping and praying to make it through,
My sincerest prayer is for a long and happy life,
A long and happy life that includes you.

Submitted on October 13, 2001 and written by author - Michael Zinn


Back to Index of poems for this page


divider


The Walk


I was walking, all alone.
Thinking of all the hard times I've known.
How my life was plagued by fear,
Often wishing the end were near.
How could I have endured such pain?
Knowing my efforts were all in vain.
I wondered why it took so long,
To discover things were terribly wrong.
Would I ever recover, find peace of mind?
Meet someone who was loving and kind?

Then I saw a smile so warm,
It could calm the fiercest storm.
And with this smile, a voice so sweet,
Then you swept me off my feet.
Your soft embrace, your tender touch,
The little things that meant so much.
I wondered if you were really real,
If your love would ever be mine to feel.

It was so hard to trust again,
I wanted a lover, but needed a friend.
Someone to make everything allright,
To hold me close throughout the night.
A man with love to freely give,
One who without me, cannot live.
Someone who never questions why,
But holds me close each time I cry.

I feared you would not want the same,
And I would never carry your name.
I worried it was too much to ask,
To take on such a lifetime task.
To be a husband, and then a Dad,
To give up the freedom that you had.
Still something inside me made me pursue,
And somehow, someway, I just knew.
God sent you to me, to make things allright,
To make sure I had no more lonely nights.

Now time has passed, and still we are one.
I hope you never regret what you've done.
For you've made me so happy, I cannot explain.
I've almost forgotten my years of pain.
Thank you so much for taking a chance,
For letting me experience "True Romance"
You've given me love I've never known,
And I'll never again have to walk alone.

Submitted on June 7, 2002 and written by author - Terri Bennett


Back to Index of poems for this page


divider


Back To Friendship and Love Homepage


Friendship and Love Index of Pages


Submit your poem for possible posting on this page.


Graphics created by Cindy

Copyright © 1999-2008
All Rights Reserved


Submitted Poems Page 1

Submitted Poems Page 2


Do not copy poems without prior written consent from author!