Kids

They smile and cheer,

they have so much fun.

They run and catch,

they play with everyone.

They wiggle and twist,

they're funny in all they do.

They skip and jump,

they ride their bikes too.

They see and touch,
they always look around.

They yell and scream,

they make so many sounds.

They giggle and laugh,

with old friends and new.

They fight and fall,

they get dirty too.

They have so much fun,

they are a joy to see.

They are the ones,

that bring out the kid in me.

OH YES, OH NO

It was the day before Father's day.

Jimmy thought his dad would love to receive a gift.

So he went to the bookstore to purchase a book.

"Oh, Yes!" Jimmy declared, "I found a great book."

He pulled out his wallet and cried, "Oh No!"

Jimmy lost his twenty dollar bill.

"What am I going to do?" Jimmy wondered.

Then, Jimmy had a bright idea.

"I will borrow the money from my best friend."

"Oh, YES!" Jimmy yelled. 

Jimmy went up to his friend and shook his hand.

"You are my best friend." Jimmy declared.

Bobby looked at his friend Jimmy, suspiciously.

"What do you want now, Jimmy?"

Jimmy pleaded with his friend.

"I need twenty dollars," Jimmy added.

Bobby began to laugh. 

"You still owe me twenty dollars from last week."

"Oh, No!" Jimmy wailed.

"What am I going to do now?"

Jimmy continued to stroll down the neighborhood.

He spotted a twenty dollar bill near a bush.

"Oh, Yes!" Jimmy shouted.

Jimmy picked up the bill and it was dripping wet.

"Oh, No!" Jimmy cried.

Jimmy ran home and used a hair dryer.

He waited patiently for the money to dry.

He looked up at the clock and noticed it was past six PM.

"Oh, No!" Jimmy wailed. "The store is closed."

The next morning, Jimmy walked inside his dad's house.

'I am really sorry, I didn't get you a gift."

His father didn't say a word. He gave his son a hug.

They took a stroll at the park and sat  on the park bench.

They went back inside to eat and watch TV.

"Do you know what I like best about Father's Day?" 

his father asked.

"It's not a card or a gift I am looking for," 

his father added.

"But spending the time with my own son."

Tears went down Jimmy's face.

"OH, Yes!" Jimmy cried.

"HAPPY FATHER'S DAY."

Choose Any Book

Jimmy burst through the kitchen, darted past his mom

and ran out the door. "Where are you going, son?"

"I am off to the library," Jimmy shouted.

Jimmy took a trip to the children book section.

He searched shelf after shelf for a great book to read.

Buddy came along carrying a handful of books.

"Check out the fiction section," Buddy said.

"They're all classics, you'll enjoy them," Buddy added.   

Jimmy tried the next aisle,

Cathy strolled by carrying a bag full of books.

"You should check out the non-fiction area," Cathy said.

"So many good books to choose from," Cathy added.

Jimmy browsed through the whole section.

Wally stood nearby and greeted his friend.

"Try the poetry section," Wally suggested.

"I know you'll enjoy reading poems."

Jimmy continued to search down every aisle.

Pete walked past carrying a stack of books.

"Try the "staff favorite"  shelves," Pete suggested.

"You're sure to find plenty to choose from."

Jimmy scanned the whole section and his eyes lit up.

He caught a glimpse on a book from his favorite author.

"There it is," Jimmy replied. "The book I want to read."

A matter of trust

You counted on me, to get the job done.

You saw what I did, I made it look fun.

With so much energy, I brought to the place.

I made a difference, with a smile on my face.

You saw that I cared, and I became your friend.

I built that trust and made things amend.

But nestled in my mind, was the lies they said.

I told you the truth, but you believed them instead.

So the trust didn't last and the truth you never knew.

You saw all the trouble, but the lies were not true.

The choice you made, you didn't have to do.

But you let me go, when I was there for you.

Maybe someday soon, we'll be friends again.

Put the past behind and let the trust begin.

I can always wonder, what might have been.

On your mark, get set... Read

Buddy is so excited,

 to tell everyone.

He's going to the library,

 to have some fun.

He discovered a place, 

where you can always find.

A variety of books, 

that will captivate your mind.

Buddy is on hand,

 for the summer read.

He's looking for books,

 that he's going to need.

With so much to choose,

he couldn't pick just one.

He picked out twenty,

and he wasn't done.

Buddy found a awesome book,

on a spine tingling tale.

A non-fiction book,

about a mammoth whale.

He read a tearful story,

on a long lost dog.

And a fact filled book,

on a slimy little frog.

On your mark, get set, read,

is the summer's reading plan.

So visit your local library,

and sign-up when you can.

Bring along all your friends,

and take a good look.

There is a great selection,

so check out a book. 

The word " Can't"

I said the words I can't,

not once but countless more.

When you think about it,

you said those words before.

The thoughts we have,

are from words we heard.

Nothing is achieved,

when it's a negative word.

The moment you say I can't,

those two words take you down.

It never lifts you up,

or turn things around.

It may become a habit,

and even sometimes a chant.

But we should never ever say,

the two words, I can't.

Mother's Day Poem

She brings you hope,

in place of fear.

She brings you light,

to make it clear.

She shows you love,

with praise and cheers.

She lifts your heart,

and wipes the tears.

She makes you laugh,

when you're feeling sad.

She cares for you,

when life looks bad.

With a loving heart,

and a friendly smile.

She makes you feel,

it was all worthwhile.

In times of trouble,

she comes to you.

She calms you down,

and helps you through.

So whatever the need,

you will always find.

You have a mother,

who is helpful and kind.

Thoughts To Ponder (Part two)

SMILE, it can't be bought, begged, borrowed or stolen.

It has no value until you share it.

Don't let a day go by

without making someone laugh or smile.

Yesterday is history,

tomorrow is a mystery.

Today is a gift.

That's why it's called the present.

Don't use time or words carelessly.

Neither can be retrieved.

So be careful what you say or do.

Don't be afraid to learn,

knowledge is weight less.

A treasure you can always carry easily.

Don't look back,

you're not going that way.

Life always offer you a second chance.

It's called tomorrow.

Love is not put into your heart to stay,

Love is only love when you give it away.

It takes two to argue,

but it takes only one to stop an argument.  

Anger is only one letter short of danger.

The only failure is not to try.

To handle yourself, use your head.

To handle others, use your heart. 

Jimmy's The Best

Jimmy walks to the living room and

tries to get his sister's attention.

"Look at me!" said Jimmy.

"I am the best pirate in the world."

"You are no pirate," said his sister, Jody.

"You have no sword and no ship."

Jimmy lowers his head and walks away.

Moments later, Jimmy runs back to the living room.

"Look here!" Jimmy shouts. "I am the best pilot."

"You can't be a pilot," Jody said.

"You never flew a plane and you're afraid of heights."

Once again, Jimmy turns around and walks away.

Jimmy sprints back to the living room and shouts:

"I am the best doctor in the world."

"No way," said Jody.

"You faint at the sight of blood."

Once more, Jimmy walks away disappointed.

Jimmy strolls back to the living room.

"Look at me now!" cried out Jimmy.

"I am a superhero!"

Jody shakes her head in disbelief.

"Ok, Ok," Jimmy replies. "You are right."

"I am not a pirate, pilot, doctor or even a superhero."

"But," said Jimmy.

"I am the best in one thing."

"What is that?" asked Jody.

"I have great imagination," answered Jimmy.

"You are right," Jody agreed.

"You certainly have great imagination."

Hey Little Child

Hey, little child, come take a look.

I'm going to buy you a picture book.

If that book is something you don't like.

I'm going to buy you a brand new bike.

If your bike ever has a dent or flat.

I'm going to buy you a new hat.

If that hat makes you look funny.

I'm going to buy you a little bunny.

If that bunny doesn't want to eat.

I'm going to buy shoes for your feet.

If the shoes are tattered or torn.

I'm going to buy you a musical horn.

If that horn is cracked or broke.

I'm going to buy you a cloak.

If your cloak is ever too small.

It's your turn to buy anything at all.

Wild about the bible

I'm wild about the bible,

I love to read God's book.

I find it very exciting,

every time I look.

It's more than stories,

it's lessons you can learn.

It was written for you,

in God's own word.

His word is powerful,

it can surely help you.

It contains many promises,

which are all true.

Mediate on his word,

keep it in your heart.

Read the bible daily,

it's a great way to start.

I'm wild about the bible,

I love what I read.

I go through the pages,

and find what I need.

I search for a topic,

inside this holy book.

Then I pick out a verse,

and take a closer look.

I read about Jesus,

how he saved the lost.

It was an ultimate sacrifice,

that paid the cost.

I can rely on the bible,

and faithfully look ahead.

Because I live on the words,

that God had said.

I

Just a Kid

She stands at the line, with her heart pounding fast.

It's the game winning point, her chance at last.

The crowd looks on, as they patiently wait.

She is ready to serve, this moment could be great.

A serve over the net, and the team could win.

A thrill and hope, that she holds in.

She hits the ball and it flies through the air.

There's a groan from the coach, the ball hits a chair.

The coach jumps up and yells out loud.

He calls for a sub and takes her out.

She's just a kid, who signed up to play.

So give her a chance, don't take it away.

Keep this in mind and don't ever forget.

She's just a kid, not a pro yet. 

An Author

I began to imagine it.

I sat down to outline it.

Now I can write it.

Then I have to revise it.

I'll make sure to edit it.

Now I can post it.

Be sure to blog it.

Then I can submit it.

I won't forget to query it.

It's time to send it.

They're going to publish it.

Now I'm ready to sell it.

All my friends will buy it.

They'll love to read it.

Now I believe it.

I AM AN AUTHOR!