Category Archives: Poetry and Poems

Shoreline Conditions

Posted on November 3, 2018 by alohapromisesforever

Part IV of the story of the fall of legendary Troy: Shoreline Conditions by Michael Romani All the terms and conditions In even the earliest renditions Speak of two lovers washed on a shoreline Hand in hand, impervious to their … Continue reading →

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Just A Wish A Minute

Posted on November 1, 2018 by alohapromisesforever

I grew up a Disney kid before Disney went bad. I don’t much approve of the things I keep seeing in their animation these days or the progressive agenda they push far too often. But that doesn’t negate the solid … Continue reading →

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Lessons From A Ring of Power

Posted on November 1, 2018 by alohapromisesforever

Talking Tolkien can teach one a lot and not just about alliteration… Lessons From A Ring of Power by Michael Romani It seemed wise like a wizard might say That one doesn’t just walk into Mordor Then again it might … Continue reading →

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Jars of Clay Transformed

Posted on October 31, 2018 by alohapromisesforever

Based in part on 2 Cor 4:7-10: Jars of Clay Transformed by Michael Romani Filled in our earthen jars of clay Is the power that carries our day Momentary points of affliction Cannot outweigh the prediction That all works towards … Continue reading →

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Shakin’ the Sim On Halloween Eve

Posted on October 30, 2018 by alohapromisesforever

We were shaking the sim on that Halloween Eve We were looking around and could not believe Tuna Casserole can have a noxious effect Maybe we should be more careful to inspect The sirens, banshees and headless horsemen Have all … Continue reading →

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Two Sided Coin

Posted on October 29, 2018 by alohapromisesforever

Angel or demon? I suppose that each of us has a little of both, right? Two Sided Coin by Michael Romani Somewhere there in the echo chamber Is the runaway moment of inner danger Deep inside our hearts, lost within … Continue reading →

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A Witch’s Power

Posted on October 29, 2018 by alohapromisesforever

Which witch is which? Or, it merely a switch of power in the name of femininity empowered? Just in time for Halloween, Netflix releases a series in which Sabrina becomes a more powerful character than in the Archie comics… A … Continue reading →

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Patience: A Virtue Not A Test

Posted on October 28, 2018 by alohapromisesforever

Based in part on the Book of Habakkuk 2:3: I sure needed this sermon today. Patience is the kindness that so many of us struggle with isn’t it? Patience: A Virtue Not A Test by Michael Romani God fills us with … Continue reading →

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Into the Night

Posted on October 27, 2018 by alohapromisesforever

The first kill is the hardest. It brings tears. With each kill, it gets easier. Until one day, all innocence is gone and all that’s left is not a soul but a gaping wound of sheerest evil… Into the Night … Continue reading →

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Windblown Ways of Small Town Living

Posted on October 27, 2018 by alohapromisesforever

The city nearly always seems to think itself superior to the country. Yet, as I look back on my life, it seems that the country has equally as much or more to offer. Windblown Ways of Small Town Living by … Continue reading →

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