Going BACK By Josie snell
Seeing those I worked with bring special times to mind. Loving friends who mean a lot were angels and so kind.
They shared their hearts, their time with me, But now going back held some difficulty.
It’s just not the same for all anymore.
Some have moved on and no longer part of the core.
I’ll still think of them often as days of my past. They’ll have a place in my heart, as long as I last.
April Fools
By Brett A. starr on April 1, 2022
What can be said about April Fools Where pranks are played in many schools And other stories appeared in news To catch the gullible who missed the clues
Origins of this day has history
The reasons are a bit of a mystery
For instance, in France in 1582
The calendar changed from Julian and Hindu
To Gregorian which started on January 1 Instead of in the Spring as historically done The Council of Trent in 1563 Dictated this change that came to be
Some were slow to change this way April first -- the old New Year’s Day A clever piece of influence To promote the date of difference
Signs were placed on backs quite devilish With words “poisson d’avril” or April fish Who were easily caught or gullible This made the change more willable
Another piece of the mystery From ancient Rome the cult of Cybele Hilaria -- a festival that demonstrates With disguises mocking magistrates
Or could the explanation bring Credence to the first day of Spring With Mother Nature’s spectacle Of weather that is unpredictable
In the 18 th century in the land of Scot’s A two-day event of “Hunting the gowk” Where people were sent on phony chores A prank that only a fool explores
I’ll bet you’ll find many other things Explain what April Fool’s Day brings A little nonsense makes life more fun A game that’s played by everyone
A natural Force Brett A. starr MAY 4th, 2021
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The Truth can be dangerous. Be careful of what you seek. The sleight of hand will distract us, attached to power and greed.
A media sense is uncommon, of the difference These days, between right and wrong.
Oh, the tales told for our reference
A confusion of clutter, the new song.
The devil lies in the details, In a novel of a million words. The books are sold for retail And discounts are often heard.
They'll say, "Never mind what is over there. Pay attention to what is over here. Focus on the fear and stop and stare. Just sing these words in the other's ear."
So, put yourself right with natural laws. Know thyself, but foremost, keep the Faith. Learn to observe the effects from cause. And heed what the sages sayeth.
Nature has a way of correcting itself. To survive the tests of time.
A Force of reckoning awaits on History's shelf From it -- a conjuring shall save mankind.
D iamonds By Josie snell
As I watch the small waves upon the lake, the bright sunshine — what a sight it makes.
Sparkles, shimmers beautiful colors run, Across the lake just like a brilliant diamond.
Peaceful, tranquil, sitting by the lake, Enjoying myself, what a perfect day makes.
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