House Concert

We're sittin' in the round
Producing a sweet sound
Not a nicer group found
Maybe not renowned
But talent to astound
Songs fun and profound
As the evening unwound
And more cider was downed


Inspired by friend Karen's house concert last night

Dennis Taylor

Dennis Taylor was a great man
Not a long enough life span
He was a fellow Red Sox fan
I'll honor him best I can
Find ways to comfort his wife
Who's grieving the loss of his life

Written 10/19/10 after learning of the death of my friend's husband

My Green Scene

Napkin, Toilet, Towel, Computer
I buy recycled paper goods

Cardboard, Plastics, Glassware, Newspaper
I sort recycling as I should

Clothing, Cookware, Linens, Furniture
I donate excess from the home

Engine, Lighting, Gadgets, Thermostat
I power down when left alone

Dairy, Cereals, Berries, Vegetables
I try to develop my organic taste

Light bulbs, Water, Mailings, Packaging
I look for ways to reduce waste


Written for a contest with company, posting for Global Work Party

Chris

My high school friend died of AIDS.
Nasty disease attacks, invades!
Years too early his young life fades.
How long til this monster is slaid?

Remembering Chris on his birthday

Denied

How long can I hide?
When do I get off the ride?
How do I get others to abide?
It's about time I cried.
My spirit already died.
Too hard to swallow my pride.
Too much negativity inside,
Since I've been denied.

MS

For some it denies at the eyes,
Instead in bed another lies.
Some adapt to a set of wheels,
When the leg no longer feels.
Later in life it moves in fast,
The active ways now in the past.

Some try experimental drugs,
Or meet in support groups for hugs.
How to combat they're not sure,
Fundraisers help toward a cure.
Too many with the diagnosis,
Having Multiple Sclerosis

For my brother and friends who live with it

Looking Good

I don't do well giving compliments
They come to mind but won't come out
It's easier in my head left unsaid
But what if I'm leaving you in doubt

You're looking good as usual
In fine shape and dressed well
It's what I'd tell you if I could
You sure are looking good

I'll practice by sending back to you
The praise you give so easily
I'll figure out the words you prefer
Then I'll start to try it teasingly

You're looking good as usual
In fine shape and dressed well
It's what I'd tell you if I could
You sure are looking good


Written in January 1995