What is it ?

Check out this riddle I have for you.

Solve this mystery with this clue.

A seven letter word is the first hint.

You gather information that is found in print.

Inside this place you can always find.

More words than you can fill your mind.

With plenty of books for you to choose.

It's far more than you could ever use.

Your favorite authors are listed from A to Z.

You can check out these books for free.

Discover your category you love to read.

Use a Dewey system when there is a need.

It sure comes in handy when you know.

There is always a place that you can go.

It's a fascinating site you got to admit.

The whole family can come, so what is it?

Make Me Laugh

Pete walked down the school hallway during recess.

He noticed his friend, Jeff with a big frown on his face.

"What's the matter?" Pete asked.

The young boy responded quickly,

"I'm waiting for someone to make me laugh."

Pete's eyes lit up.

He pulled out his little joke book and proceeded

to tell his friend the funniest joke he ever heard.

But Jeff's facial expression never changed.

Buddy came along and told his friend an amusing story.

But once again Jeff had the same frown on his face.

Cathy walked toward Jeff and started to giggle.

"What's so funny?" Jeff asked.

Cathy ignored him and continued to chuckle.

Pete and Buddy began to laugh too.

Jeff asked them again what is so funny?

The rest of the class joined in and laughed.

Jeff was persistent, he asked again what is so funny?

Cathy and the rest of the class paid no attention to him.

They laughed, and laughed and laughed.

Jeff's mood changed immediately.

He joined in with his own comical laugh.

The laughter continued until the school bell rang.

Jeff pulled Cathy aside.

"You never told me what was so funny?"

Cathy grinned back at him and answered,

"I made you laugh, didn't I?"

Kevin's the best!

Kevin pops in the living room 
and tries to get his sister's attention.
"Look at me!" said Kevin. "I am a real pirate."
"I am the best pirate in the world," proclaimed Kevin.
"You are no pirate," said his sister Betty.
"You have no sword and you have no ship."
Kevin lowers his head and walks away.
Kevin runs back in the living room and shouts,
"Look here, I am the best pilot."
"You can't be a pilot," said Betty.
"You have never flown and you are afraid of heights."
Once again, Kevin turns and walks away.
Kevin sprints back in the living room.
"I am the best doctor in the world."
"No way," said Betty. You faint at the sight of blood."
Once more, Kevin walks away disappointed.
Kevin comes back in the living room.
'Look at me now, I am a superhero."
Betty shakes her head and laughs.
"Nice costume but it's not Halloween yet."
"Okay, okay, you are right," Kevin said.
"I am not a pirate, nor a pilot, not a doctor or superhero."
"But," said Kevin. "I'm the best in one thing."
"What is that?" asked Betty.
"I have great imagination,"answered Kevin.
Betty looks at Kevin.
"You are right," Betty agreed.
"You have great imagination."

Henry's Father

(Henry wrote this poem 32 years ago)

HENRY'S FATHER

I hear all the stories about loving fathers,

I like to tell you about mine.

He is a loving, patient, understanding dad,

and he is also kind.

When I was six years old, my mother became ill,

I still don't know the reason why.

But here was my dad taking care of me,

my sis and my two brothers at the same time.

He worked, he cooked, he cleaned,

he did all the things he could.

He made all of our lives

so happy, loving and good.

I am very grateful for all he had done for me.

I take this moment to say to my dad,

thanks for everything.

I wish him all the peace and love

that will come in time,

And thank my God for blessing me

with a wonderful father like mine.

TILL WE MEET AGAIN,DAD

I LOVE YOU 



Frank Porada

My heart aches every time I see,

The empty chair near the TV.
My dear dad suddenly passed away.
Part of me died and I'm left astray.

I miss my dad, he was my friend,

We had great times till the end.

I know God will call me home too,

Till we meet again, Dad, I love you. 

MY DAD

My 94 year old dad passed away July 22, 2014.

I was his caregiver for over 9 years.

I miss his smile, his singing and 

most important his love.

WE were best friends.

This is not a goodbye but

TILL WE MEET AGAIN.

Danny Loves To Read

 Danny burst to the kitchen. "I got to go, mom."

"Where are you going, son?"

"I'm off to the library," Danny replied.

"They have the summer reading program."

Danny's eyes lit up as soon he walked in.

He is greeted by the librarian in the children section.

"I'm looking for a great book," Danny declared.

Ms. Dean directed Danny over to the picture book area.

Danny searched shelf after shelf for a special book.

Buddy came along carrying a handful of books.

"Check out the fairy tale section," said Buddy.

"You'll find some classics."

"Great books indeed," Danny said.

"But I am looking for a book to inspire me."

Danny walked over to the next aisle.

Cathy strolled by carrying a bag full of books.

"You should get a Dr. Seuss book."

"They are great books indeed," Danny said.

"But I am looking for something that is inspirational."

Danny scanned the non-fiction area.

Wally stood nearby with his stack of books.

"You should get a book on sharks," Wally suggested.

"Great idea," Danny agreed.

"But I need a book to enlighten me."

Danny continued to search every aisle.

Pete walked past carrying a cart full of books.

"Try the poetry section," Pete suggested.

"A great selection to choose from."

"All the poem books are great," Danny admitted.

"But I need a book that will motivate me."

Danny decided to check out the new release section.

"There it is!" Danny announced.

"The book I want to read."

It's Henry's new book, "BUDDY'S FUN DAY"

READ HENRY'S NEW BOOK!

Available on www.amazon.com

or 

www.henryporada.com

A Bald Man wanted to fly

There was a bald man who wanted to fly.

I don't know why he wanted to fly.

He wouldn't tell me why.

There was a bald man who bought a kite.

He tossed the kite in the air hoping it would take flight.

He bought the kite so he can fly.

I don't know why he wanted to fly.

He wouldn't tell me why.

There was a bald man who bought a hot air balloon.

He climbed inside so he could reach the moon.

He bought the balloon to replace the kite.

He bought the kite so he can fly.

I don't know why he wanted to fly.

He wouldn't tell me why.

There was a bald man who bought a airplane kit.

He assembled the kit and hope he could fit.

He bought the kit to replace the balloon.

He bought the balloon to replace the kite.

He bought the kite so he can fly.

I don't know why he wanted to fly.

He wouldn't tell me why.

There was a bald man who built a space ship.

He tried to fly it at a air strip.

He built the space ship to replace the airplane.

He bought the airplane to replace the balloon.

He bought the balloon to replace the kite.

He bought the kite so he can fly.

I don't know why he wanted to fly.

He wouldn't tell me why.

There was a bald man who promised his bride.

He would give her the moon.

He was better off to play her a tune. 

So they can go on their honeymoon.

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!  

Book Festival

South Carolina Book Festival was held May17-18

at the Convention Center.

Jody Martinez and her daughter, Daniela

helped me on both days.

I sold my new book, BUDDY'S FUN DAY,

also my award winning THE INNER LIGHT

and the popular T-shirt: READING IS FUN.

We missed you at the book festival.

You can still purchase all three items,

check out my website.

Anyone who reads this blog and buys any

of the three items, shipping will be free.

Don't miss out on this great deal!

Take a look at the pictures taken

at the South Carolina Book Festival.

A BIG THANK YOU 

TO JODY & DANIELA 

for all their help.

BUY HENRY'S BOOKS

Fizz Boom Read

Wally 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.
Wally was on hand for the new summer read.
He's looking for books that he's going to need.
With so much to choose, he couldn't pick one.
He pulled out twenty and he wasn't done.
Wally found a great book on a spine tingling tale.
And a non-fiction book about a mammoth whale.
He read a tearful story on a long lost dog.
And a fact filled book about a slimy little frog.
FIZZ BOOM READ is the summer's reading plan.
So visit the library and signup when you can.
Bring along a friend and take a good look.
There's a great selection, so check out a book.

Which Book?

Toby burst into the kitchen, he darted past his mother.

"Where are you going, son?"

"I'm off to the library," Toby replied.

Toby walked over to the picture book area.

He searched through shelf after shelf for a great book.

Buddy came along carrying a handful of books.

"Check out the fairy tale section," Buddy said.

"They are all classics."

Toby decided to try the next aisle.

Cathy strolled by, carrying a bag full of books.

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

Toby browsed through the whole section.

Wally stood nearby, and greeted his friend.

"Try the poetry shelves," Wally suggested.

Toby continued to search down every aisle.

Pete walked past carrying a stack of books.

"Try the new released section," Pete suggested.

Toby scanned the whole area and his eyes lit up.

He caught a glimpse on a brand new book written by Henry.

"There it is," Toby cried. "The book I want to read."

"It's Henry's second  book published, BUDDY'S FUN DAY!"   
BUY HENRY'S NEW BOOK!
at Amazon.com
or 
www.henryporada.com

Ticket To Happiness

Life can be so much fun.

If you know how it's done.

You can do this one part.

If you open up your heart.

So if you really know how.

You can do this now

Put a smile on your face.

Every time you go some place.

Share it to everyone you know.

Then your gloomy day will go.

When your smile comes out. 

There can be no doubt.

When you do this one thing.

It will make your heart sing.

Put your fears to rest.

Make you feel the best.