Tag Archives: Alone

First Principles: Always Vote For Principle, Though You May Vote Alone, and You May Cherish the Sweetest Reflection That Your Vote Is Never Lost

“Always vote for principle, though you may vote alone, and you may cherish the sweetest reflection that your vote is never lost.” – John Quincy Adams

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Praying Love Is Blind

Praying That Love Is Blindby Michael DoyleFalling in true love,It comes hard and fast.How do you know it’s real love?You pray that it will last.You find the oneThat will help you make a home.And you know that the quest is … Continue reading

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The Sum of My Confession

The Sum of My Confessionby Michael DoyleI know my LordKeeps moving me forward.He’s the God of second chances,Be it moments of action,Or failed romances.He pushes me past dissatisfaction.Daring me a little further down the road,Past the limits that I’ve been … Continue reading

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The Totality of Surrender

In the Totality of Surrenderby Michael DoyleI’m thanking God that I’m never alone.Like a moss of love, I roll the stone.Attesting to my faith and fealty,I give our Lord my devoted loyalty.I’m thanking God that he’s fixed my attitude.I now … Continue reading

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As the Devil’s Own

As the Devil’s Ownby Michael DoyleOne man views evil with a quiet bemusement.Another sees it as a form of amusement.Neither looks beyond pleasure for purpose.It is not for them to want to be of service.Vampires feed to live and not … Continue reading

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Laughing At Life

Laughing At Lifeby Michael DoyleHere I am, sitting on the floor.I’m lost in numbers, collating the score.I’m not saying that I need it easy.But wish for once it would even up to please me.We’re laughing at all of life’s dramady,But … Continue reading

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Healing Scars Into Stars

Healing Scars Into Starsby Michael DoyleWe can beat ourselves up in the void,In all the shame we try to avoid. Waltzing through interconnecting rooms of shameThis is where we learned to wear our blame.We tell ourselves that we’re different,Acting humble … Continue reading

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The World Changes (Waiting On You)

The World Changes (Waiting On You)by Michael DoyleThere’s no doubt about it,Whether we whisper or shout it.It’s always so good to be home,Even when we’re there alone.You share your love among fans and friends,Quietly or loudly until the music ends.You … Continue reading

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Thought For the Day: People Are Always Talking On Their Phones, Or Looking At Their Phones, Because They Don’t Want To Be Alone With Their Thoughts

“People are always talking on their phones, or looking at their phones, because they don’t want to be alone with their thoughts.” – Martin Amis

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Self Reflection

Self Reflectionby Michael DoyleI took a pause to see what life was giving,Wondering if I was right in the way I was living.Fear of God and knowing myself lead to wisdomThat will gain me my place in my father’s kingdom.I’m … Continue reading

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