Category Archives: Poetry and Poems

Learning To Trust

Posted on November 30, 2019 by alohapromisesforever

In transition from general gratitude and more toward Christmas now and holiday feelings… the last poem of gratitude #30: Learning To Trust by Michael Romani One cold, silent night An angel appeared Filling the room with light A messenger from … Continue reading →

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The Outspokenness of Brokenness

Posted on November 29, 2019 by alohapromisesforever

A poem of gratitude #29: The Outspokenness of Brokenness by Michael Romani Lord, if you’ll forgive my outspokenness How do you love us in our brokenness? I get that you died for us on a crucifix Wounded by my own … Continue reading →

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Missing You On Thanksgiving Day

Posted on November 28, 2019 by alohapromisesforever

In memory of my sister, Michele. One of the most cherished parts of my life. I didn’t miss your birthday this year I just silently did my best to hide my tears Stumbled on your photos this day This thanksgiving … Continue reading →

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Motives Met

Posted on November 27, 2019 by alohapromisesforever

Based in part on 1 Cor 4:5: Motives Met by Michael Romani Things of darkness brought to light Keeping praise to make this right We are stewards entrusted to care Keeping our charges from Satan’s snare When we stand before … Continue reading →

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Always Thankful

Posted on November 27, 2019 by alohapromisesforever

A poem of gratitude #27: Always Thankful by Michael Romani You pour another drink Taking time to think Seems we all pay our dues Too often singing the blues Dark side, downside Talking about wounded pride Staring at the shadow … Continue reading →

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Natural Collaboration of Lights

Posted on November 26, 2019 by alohapromisesforever

Okay.. so it’s a stretch. But, since I’m always grateful for art and artistic endeavors, this will be my poem of gratitude #26: Natural Collaboration of Lights by Michael Romani Water falls Like the passage of time The angle calls … Continue reading →

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Grateful For A Quest Completed

Posted on November 25, 2019 by alohapromisesforever

A poem of gratitude #25: Grateful For A Quest Completed by Michael Romani Life has at best One most important quest It begins at the start By the opening of one’s heart There in a box filled With the best … Continue reading →

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Thankful For God’s Love and Mercy

Posted on November 24, 2019 by alohapromisesforever

Based in part on 1st Samuel: Thankful For God’s Love and Mercy by Michael Romani Giving thanks for all at all times Expressed in my thousand rhymes Always seeking wisdom in my prayers Walking this world without false airs Surely … Continue reading →

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Thankful For That Yellow Brick Road

Posted on November 23, 2019 by alohapromisesforever

A poem of gratitude # 23 for the songs of my life that feel deeply in my heart: Thankful For That Yellow Brick Road by Michael Romani A pre-winter’s chill is felt to the bone As I sit here thinking … Continue reading →

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Gratitude For the Real Love

Posted on November 23, 2019 by alohapromisesforever

This poem of gratitude #22 is based on thoughts on the obsession on Instagram and elsewhere to have people like your image or what you say or what you do without any genuine connection. And.. the converse beauty of those … Continue reading →

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