Tag Archives: Love

Treasure From A Book

Posted on January 19, 2019 by alohapromisesforever

Last of the poems inspired by watching that wonderful tale, Paddington 2. Maybe, in some ways, I am still a child at heart. But, I think everyone should watch this movie! Treasure From A Book by Michael Romani Every train comes … Continue reading →

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Samson VII

Posted on January 18, 2019 by alohapromisesforever

Continuing the story of Samson and Delilah loosely based on the Book of Judges: Samson (VII) by Michael Romani VII The lover offers her hand to take To Samson along the shores of the lake No believer in preordained destiny … Continue reading →

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Samson VI

Posted on January 17, 2019 by alohapromisesforever

Further attempt to depict the story of Samson and Deliah from the Book of Judges: Samson (VI) by Michael Romani VI An uncertain meeting at the granary Speaks of that wistful bit of insanity A servant girl separating chaff from … Continue reading →

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Streets Made of Marmalade

Posted on January 16, 2019 by alohapromisesforever

A truly wonderful story for children of all ages. This is my small tribute to a tale that I probably love more than I should. Streets Made of Marmalade by Michael Romani Rather small Rather sneezy As you’ll recall It’s … Continue reading →

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From A Flower, A Garden Grows

Posted on January 14, 2019 by alohapromisesforever

Today’s Thought For the Day really grabs at my heart and soul. It bears repeating until we all get it. In this world and all virtual worlds, we can be fairly much choose to be most anything we desire. … Continue reading →

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Upside Down Emu Love

Posted on January 9, 2019 by alohapromisesforever

Written on a bet that I couldn’t write a poem about emus that also was a love story. The person betting this hadn’t the poem about the goats in love, did they? 😉 Upside Down Emu Love by Michael Romani … Continue reading →

Posted in Poetry and Poems | Tagged Ancient, Arid, Australia, Breeze, Bushland, Confusion, Delusion, Do, Dream, Emu, Eyes, First Light, Flightless, Love, Love At First Sight, Name, Outback, Photograph, Poem, Poetry, Reveal, Sand, Scratch, Secret, Tree | Leave a comment

Thought For the Day: A Life Has Value As Long As One Values the Life of Others

Posted on January 9, 2019 by alohapromisesforever

“One’s life has value so long as one attributes value to the life of others, by means of love, friendship, indignation and compassion.” – Simone de Beauvoir, author and philosopher (9 Jan 1908-1986)

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Tomorrow Begins

Posted on January 5, 2019 by alohapromisesforever

Life is filled with twists and turns. Where there isn’t always understanding, maybe acceptance is enough? Tomorrow Begins by Michael Romani Blinded by the brilliance of the light Tomorrow begins again in our tonight Stumbled falling and I am here … Continue reading →

Posted in Poetry and Poems | Tagged Arrival, Circus, Crown, Crush, Death, Dignity, Dream On, Dreams, Family, Friend, Frown, Handshake, Integrity, Kinship, Last Breath, Learn, Light, Love, Luck, Night, Parade, Photograph, Poem, Poetry, Revival, Run Away, Rush, Smile, Spot Light, Springboard, Struck, Stuggle, Stumble, Three Ring, Tomorrow, Tonight | Leave a comment

Thought For the Day: There Is No Greater Love Than to Lay Down One’s Life For Friends

Posted on January 5, 2019 by alohapromisesforever

“Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.” —John 15:12-14 This then is the only knee that should ever be taken. To do otherwise is nothing but utter disrespect for all who have … Continue reading →

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A Family

Posted on January 4, 2019 by alohapromisesforever

There is family by biology. Then there is family by choice. In many instances who is to say which is the deepest tie. Biology and kinship are interesting in their perspectives, aren’t they? A Family by Michael Romani When life … Continue reading →

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