Lisa R. Strong
I was born and raised in Binghamton NY. I have been writing short stories since I was eight years old, and poetry since I was a teenager. I also write prayers, meditations, and opinion articles. My dream is to write full-time.
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- 10/23/2007
Education/Experience
High school, and Ridley Lowell Business SchoolInterests
singing, writing, poetry, art, theatre, photography, classic movies, nature, videogames, religious history, and antiques.Motto
Poetry is a word painting of the soul.
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I Just Want to Be PerfectLiving life as a driven perfectionist with low self-esteem has its own set of unique problems.
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Never Mind My LoveA poem about the end of a long-term relationship
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I Don't Know How to Love YouWe all feel this way after being hurt in a relationship, but for some of us, the pain is unrepairable
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Dead InsideA poem of loneliness
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He Thinks I Am BeautifulShort inspirational poem
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Hi, My Name is Lisa, and I Am a Social Gaming JunkieA humorous dig at one of my (ahem) favorite pastimes. -
No More HidingI have been away for awhile ... And I have done some serious soul-searching... -
I Have Missed YouA poem about the pain of separation. -
Empty ShellA poem of inner turmoil
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Innocence LostA poetic response to a senseless act of violence -
You Will Never Find MeMy cat always hides when he gets into trouble! -
Morning PrayerA morning prayer to Jesus -
The StruggleSometimes people of faith go through a period of doubt. No one is immune from this, but in His time, God always brings us back. -
Everyday MemoriesA poem about loss, grief, regret and hope. -
Evening JourneyLyrical poem about walking home after work. -
The Lavender RoomA poem about a dream that I had last night. -
AngelsAn Inspirational Poem -
Anxiety MagnifiedA poetic description of what it feels like to have a panic attack. -
October LamentAutumn is a pretty season, but the beauty is only fleeting. -
A Solitary WomanA poem trying to explain my need for space. -
Here We Go AgainA poem about me being unemployed...again. -
Mi Amigo, JoseA poem about a very special friend.
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The Sad Days of SeptemberA poem in memory of my sister, who passed away on September 14, 2007.
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Ghosts of the PastA poem about a visit to my childhood home.
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The Rubber ScorpionA short story.
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My WallA poem about growing up in an emotionally abusive home.
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Late Summer SerenadeA poem about changing seasons
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TrufflesSome say life is like a box of chocolates...I say life is a beautiful, gift-boxed batch of truffles, made by God himself.
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Absentee FatherHow many times have we felt this way?
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The Rhythm of the SeaA little poem of hope
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Don't Ask WhyOnly God knows why we suffer through trials
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The Blossoming TreeA little rhyme
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All that I Want (Is All that I Need)A poem about the anxiety that comes with financial hardships.
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By the Light of the MoonA poem about being grateful for a lifetime of blessings
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Silver LakeA poem about spending a wonderful day with friends at a beautiful place.
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RudyA poem about my best friend's lovable cat, Rudy.
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My Dearest LoveAn inspirational poem.
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The Long ShadowsA poem about a hot, Summer's day
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Sunday Afternoon CallA poem of remembrance and loss.
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Mr. Lucky's ChroniclesA typical day in my life according to my cat, Mr. Lucky.
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Hold My HandAn inspirational poem.
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The CastawaysA poem about friends whom I have lost contact with.
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Thy WordAn inspirational poem.
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Would I Die for You?An inspirational poem.
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God Loves EveryoneWe are all God's children...
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The Girl with Golden Hair Part 2A sequel to my poem, "The Girl With Golden Hair"
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Dripping AwayI hate head colds...
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No Rest for the WickedThere are many nights where I just can't sleep at all...
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The Parlor CityA poem about my hometown, Binghamton, NY
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I Feel like Celebrating!A poem about having good news to share.
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Roses for MeA poem about a little self-indulgence.
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The One that Got AwayA poem of regret and realization.
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Not TodayA poem about my need of having a restful day to myself.
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Incoming StormA poem.
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My Interview with LilyA friendly note to my readers...
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SomewhereA poem to ponder.
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Good Saint JosephA special poem dedicated to all fathers.
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I Want to Love You MoreAn inspirational poem.
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A Healing RainA poem about those little rain showers common in the summer.
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Smoldering EmbersA poem about love and attraction.
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Native TreasuresA poem about being proud of what you are.
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Behind an Open DoorA lyrical poem about taking that first step in a relationship
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GhostsA Memorial Day tribute.
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Deja VuA lyrical poem about love and regret
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Words that HurtA poem that addresses rude, anonymous posters.
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Sweet Lady of MayA very personal poem about my love and admiration for the Mother of Jesus.
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He Inspires MeAn inspirational poem
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Japanese MadonnaA little shout-out to my little sis and friend Kady Burney
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I Did Not Forget YouA poem to my mother.
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The AttractionA poem about giving love another try.
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The LighthouseAn inspirational poem
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Hell to Be OldA poem about not being as good as I once was.
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HappinessA series of haikus describing a perfect day.
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The Next ChapterA poem about moving forward.
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Enjoy LifeA fun haiku quartet
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A Different TuneA poem about a friend who is my exact opposite.
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FuneralA poem about laying unrealistic dreams to rest.
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We Sisters ThreeA tribute poem about my relationship with my two sisters.
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The Green-Eyed MonsterA poem about jealousy.
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CursesA poem about me trying to break a terrible habit.
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DreamscapeA poem about daydreaming.
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HalonaA poem about an antique doll.
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The Beast WithinA poem about the emotion of anger.
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My Yellow RoseA poem about my self-illustrated new avatar
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Shades of GreyA poem about the changing definitions between what is considered good, and what is considered evil.
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A Beautiful DayA poem about not wasting a pretty day
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At the End of the DayA poem about enjoying natures delights as the sun goes down.
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The Red Rose of HeavenA poem based on a vision that I had at the exact moment when my mother passed away.
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RomanceA poem of fantasy and romance
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SunsetA poem about sunset in the city
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My Journey Ends HereA poem about anticipation and disappointment.
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Artme DollyA poem about a little doll my friend Mary gave me.
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DaybreakA poem about imagination.
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The Heart of a ChildA poem meditating on Scripture
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SaturdayA poem about a typical Saturday in Upstate NY in early spring.
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My Two CentsA poem about how controversial articles can bring out the worst in people...even me!
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SerenityA meditation poem about letting go of ourselves, and trusting in God's Providence.
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HopeA poem about waking up to a really pretty day.
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Sunset WavesA poem about the uncertainty of life....but the absolute certainty of God's love.
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Paint Me a PictureA lyrical poem of Gods gifts of imagination and creativity.
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Beyond the CloudsA poem about hope and longing.
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A Spring DreamA poem about dreaming of pleasant things
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She is at My SideA poem about how sometimes physical things can remind us of someone we love who has gone before us.
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Leave Me AloneA poem about dealing with an internet stalker.
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EmmausA poem pondering the question: If I was the one who met the Lord on the road to Emmaus, would I recognize Him?
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Acceptable PrejudiceA story poem about how in this politically correct world, we still deem it acceptable to be mean and disrespectful to someone because of their outward appearance.
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A Ray of LightA poem about seeing a sunbeam during a thunderstorm.
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Sailing in SolitudeA poem about finding peace.
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Twilight in the ValleyA poem about trying to capture the beauty of twilight from a moving car.
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My Guardian AngelA poem about my guardian angel....and my friend, Mary.
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Bittersweet RealityA poem about letting go of unrealistic dreams and goals.
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UtopiaA poem about how sometimes idealisms change or die altogether as we grow older.
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Sadness Part OneA poem about depression.
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True FriendsA poem about friendship
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His Compassionate LoveA meditation poem about God's endless love and mercy for us.
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Wayward WindA poem about fleeting moments.
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The GiftA story poem about a father's love for his daughter.
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A Lover's LamentA poem about hoping for love.
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There is Something About TodayA poem about the uplifting effects that nature has on me.
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Something Worth Leaving BehindA poem about my sister's untimely death, and the impact that it has made in my life.
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Smear CampaignA poem about how I feel about the upcoming election.
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Easter MemoriesA poem about the Easters of my early childhood...Happy Easter Everyone!
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The ResurrectionThis is a poem about the resurrection of Jesus Christ...if you are offended, then please don't read it.
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With Much LoveA poem of thanks to all my AC readers and friends.
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The Price of CarelessnessA poem of apology and farewell to my readers and loyal AC friends.
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The Warrior RetreatsA poem about disillusionment.
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A Rose for My MotherA poem about some of the things that I remember most about my mom, who passed away in 2003.
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Emerald KissesA dreamy poem about Ireland. Happy St. Patricks Day everyone!
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A Candle for My FatherThis poem is for my father Clarence, who passed away on March 17,1964
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The Silent Song BirdA story poem about a sad little bird who has lost her voice.
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Springtime from My WindowA poem about the isolating effects of depression.
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Mr. Lucky is a KlutzA humorous poem about my cat, Mr. Lucky.
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He is My LightA poem of faith
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Early Morning ConcertoA poem about the return of the songbirds.
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The Silver-Tongued DevilA poem about one of the dangers of internet dating.
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I Can Hear Your LaughterA poem dedicated to AC funnyman, Steven West.
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A Cross that I BearA poem about living with a chronic intestinal ailment.
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A Flower BloomingA poem about one of the most talented young poets here on AC...Jesslyn aka Quixotic Kiss.
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Wonderful New AdditionsA poem about two of my favorite new poets here on AC!
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Who I Am TodayA poem/prose of how I feel about my faith, and how I feel about those who judge it.
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I Need a MiracleA poem about hope that keeps us hanging on during our toughest trials.
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A Puppy's Lonely TearsA poem about a dog left outside at night...and cries to be inside.
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Hypocrites, I Say!A very strong poem about the shameful way some Christians treat others who don't believe as they do.
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The Tender WarriorA poem about one of the most talented poets here on AC...!
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Earthly CherubA poem dedicated to my friend and spiritual little sister, Kady Burney.
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Deceptive SunA poem about how a beautiful, bright , and sunny day can be quite the opposite.
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Dirty Little SecretA poem about a sexually abused child...written after police informed me that there is a sexual offender living in my neighborhood.
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The Calm of the StormA poem about living with an alcoholic.
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Be Not AfraidA poem about dealing with fear caused by depression and anxiety.
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Cleveland BoundA poem about my sister, who is leaving for Cleveland, Ohio today to have surgery.
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The Four SeasonsFour haikus under one title...
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Little Girl LostA poem about how God often uses simple things (in my case, an old rag doll) to give us a sense of purpose, and to bring us joy.
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Dandelion RoseA poem for Mike Sutherland..."Blessed are the pure of heart, for they shall see God"...Mt 5: 8 NAB
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Invisible StarsA sister haiku to my poem, "Mysterious Moon".
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Mysterious MoonA poem about seeing a perfect full moon on a clear winter's night.
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Thinking of YouA poem about friendship
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ApologyA poem about seeking forgiveness.
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The King SleepsA poem about my cat
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DiscernmentA poem about choosing a life of commitment to God
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Under the SeaA poem about my facination with the ocean
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CheckmateA poem about playing chess against the computer.
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A Poet's HeartacheThe bests works of art most often come from painful experiences.
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The DreamerA poem of hopefulness in the face of disappointments.
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Winter's RevengeA poem about a late winter snowstorm
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On My KneesA poem about faith during hard times.
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Just Tell Me that You Love MeA Valentines Day poem
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Written in TearsA poem about heartache and grief
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AudreyA poem inspired by jcorn's article about my favorite movie actress, Audrey Hepburn.
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Peace (Not Pride)Recently, fellow AC poet Web Wizard challenged us to write a poem about peace. Here is mine.
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Angel (Why Did You Leave?)A poem about loss and healing
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Evening DesolationA poem about loss.
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UnrequitedA poem about a one-sided love.
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Chocolate HaikuA haiku about everyones favorite sweet.
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Would You Still Love Me?A poem about loving someone inspite of physical imperfections.
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Dreaming of YouA poem about desire for love
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Last Chance HaikuA humorous haiku about rushing to make the last Mass offered on a Sunday.
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How Should I Remember YouA poem about my stepfather
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Night SoundsA poem about all the unnoticed sound I hear when I can't sleep
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The Lisa DollA poem about a little doll my friend Mary, sent me in the mail!
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Illness HaikuHaiku about not feeling well
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The Real MeA poem about the fact that there are two sides of me-the poet/writer and the person
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ExposureA sensitive person wears their heart on their sleeve...
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Troubled SkiesA poem about self-sabatoge
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Interview HaikuOn a job interview, you only have one chance to make a good impression.
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The Light of DayA poem about positives
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Game NightA poem about the family game nights I had when I was growing up
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Winter HaikuA haiku about winter
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I Will Be Here for YouA poem of hope and inspiration
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Treasure HuntA poem about one of my favorite hobbies- antiques shopping!
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To My AC FriendsA Haiku of thank you, to my AC friends who are helping me though hard times
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BeautifulA poem describing the value of an individual
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The BouquetA poem about things that people have in common.
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Tea and LifeA poem comparing life to a good cup of tea.
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MothersA haiku for my beloved mother, Marjorie (I love you, mom)
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An Ordinary Day in FebruaryA Valentines Day poem
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The Blue RoseA poem about love lost
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Lily of the ValleyA poem about my mother's favorite flower.
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No Photos AllowedA poem protesting ACs overly strict photo policy
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The Song BirdA haiku of new life
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A Cry for LoveA poem about those whom society deems burdensome...