Chettycat Poetry

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Wednesday, March 26, 2008

THE BIRTH

The Birth Joy came with the birth of a baby Wrapped in swaddling clothes Sleeping peacefully, away in a manger Where wondrous stories foretold A star from Bethlehem shined on the stable To welcome that Joy to earth Many were born before and after But something different accompanied this birth Baby... Sign in to see full entry.

Tuesday, March 25, 2008

I ACKNOWLEDGE

I Acknowledge As an African American Woman I acknowledge being an heir to slavery It taught me to respect and cherish freedom I acknowledge the life of poverty Because it allows me to greet prosperity with humbleness I acknowledge the meaning of hate Because it makes my love overwhelmingly enormous... Sign in to see full entry.

Wednesday, March 19, 2008

I HEAR MUSIC

I Hear Music I hear the sound of trumpets It's Gabriel blowing his horn There are voices ringing out from above the skies The Angels are singing a song The melodies I hear are beautiful and sweet Bringing comfort deep down in my soul They are humming a tune in the city of Angels Where the streets... Sign in to see full entry.

Monday, March 17, 2008

HOUSE OF HOPE

House Of Hope Tick Tock went the old Coo-Coo clock As it hung on the walls of stone Shring a ling as the chandeliers ring Turning the House Of Hope, into what is know as a home The hardwood floors extended down from the doors A reflection in which all can surely see The windows without stains,... Sign in to see full entry.

Sunday, March 16, 2008

THE BURNING BUSH

The Burning Bush In the bible days there was a Burning Bush And yet the fire consumed it not And the man chosen by God went up on the mountain side To seek out and to find that spot The Burning Bush was an outlet God used To draw the mold that he had chosen by hand Someone that was once wealthy and... Sign in to see full entry.

Thursday, March 13, 2008

GET SMART

Get Smart These words go out to teens near and far It doesn't matter who or where you are Concerning your mind and how precious it is It's more valuable to you than any other kind of thrill If nourished correctly, It will be your life line So that you can put the good things ahead and leave the bad... Sign in to see full entry.

THINKING OF YOU (DEDICATION TO MY FATHER) 1904-1969

Thinking Of You (Dedication to my Father) 1904-1969 The little house that sits on a hill Surrounded by love and warmth at will The windows were clouded from the fog at night Made it seem to me that everything was alright As a child I thought that nothing could go wrong But at a young age in my life,... Sign in to see full entry.

Wednesday, March 12, 2008

OUR PLEDGE

OUR PLEDGE The day you pledged your love to me Was a day I will never forget As we promise to Love, Honor, and Protect As of today, you haven't failed me yet I look to you for Comfort and Strength In the good times and in the bad You are always there to share the smiles on my face And there when I'm... Sign in to see full entry.

Tuesday, March 11, 2008

THE TREE OF LIFE

The Tree Of Life I am a tree that stands tall and strong My branches are long and wide My roots flow deeply from beneath the soil Reaching out from side to side At certain times of the year I began to sprout leaves Different forms, shapes & colors And then there are those times when my limbs are... Sign in to see full entry.

THE RECIPE TO HEAVEN

Lets Have Some Fun And Whip Up A Good Time In The Lord The Recipe To Heaven INGREDIENTS A Willing Mind, Love, Courage, Compassion, Determination, Honesty MIXING First you will need a Willing Mind, to start the journey at hand, To make a step to travel alone, until you reach the Promise Land. Next... Sign in to see full entry.

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