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Why I am "Getsbetter"

 

 

          G o to my authors page

                  E verything is all there.
         T
o figure out "Getsbetter"
            S
o stay awhile & I'll share.
            B
efore we try getting started
           E
ven explaining why Im here.
            T
ake a few memories of mine
               T
his is the reason I persevere.
                            E
very start always has an end
                      R ememberance is where I begin my friend.


 

 

Why I am "Getsbetter"
Before my son passed, he shared my views.
Now that he's gone, he guides my muse.
From rain coming down to wind in the trees,
from the day dreams that put my mind at ease.
You ask for a personal poem with all its grace,
I'll do my best since my son took my heart
 with him, and left his in its place.
I stand at my window sometimes at night,
you can hear the wind whisper "he'll be alright"
It will gently blow across my face,
and I can feel his presence and soft embrace.
Other times I can just close my eyes,
and smile as I see rainbow filled skies.
Sit with a cup of coffee & watch the sun rise,
or look across the field and watch the fireflies.
There is no mystery to this sad old man,
that anyone with a heart wouldn't understand.
My family is my heart, my children are my soul,
to see that they're safe and happy, is my only goal.
To know about this writer is what you seek?
you must go to my "Authors page" & take a peek.
There is where you'll find my most memorable prose,
of where my friends and all my inspiration grows.

                                                                                                  

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  • 2lullabyhaven
    August 12, 2008
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    Impressive, thanks so much for your entry and good luck to you in my contest lol


  • AgeofAquarius
    May 14, 2007
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    Very deep and profound Gary

    Much to ponder in the simple words you delicately pen with such depth.

    The name getsbetter says it all.
    The celebration of his life is something I should do more of to live with a more purposeful spiritual life.

    Thank you for such deep counsel from such depth to embrace.


  • sassylilpoet silver member
    May 14, 2007

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    Well penned! You projected your pain as well as your
    passion in these beautiful words. I love the mix!
    good luck in the contest


  • myorama
    May 13, 2007
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    Excellent

    Excellent combination of the two forms. Wonderfully written. I especially related to 'my family is my heart,my children are my soul, to see that they're safe and happy, is my only goal. Thank you very much for sharing and good luck in the contest. God Bless


  • -LilacThOughts- gold member
    May 13, 2007
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    Expressed so genuinely...

    My dearest AP husband, this is how I know you best, artistic, clever, kind to others, a friendly soul...

    Beautiful words and lines...the acrostic appears like a flag wavering atop of your poem, this is your artistic side coming out

    Much love...x
    ~Lilac


  • Molassis
    May 13, 2007

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    This is really awesome... love the 2 different forms and I think you did a good job using them together!

    It's nice to take a peek into who is 'getsbetter'... you seem a nice sort. Sorry I don't read you more because I really like your writing style!!

    I love the parts of nature that you sprinkled in the middle of the second poem... oh and of course the mention of coffee... heh heh. I confess, I'm a coffee-holic.

    A well done piece here Gets...

    ~Melissa


  • Disturbed Prodigy
    May 13, 2007

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    this is something i like this i mean you did a great job on this, and it it you, from what i have seen in your writing, keep it flowing and good luck in the contest


  • Desire gold member
    May 12, 2007

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    Precious!!

    Priceless my Friend and Thank You for sharing You!
    Nice to meet You
    Gorgeous presentation~
    Powerful energy exudes...

    Best wishes to You in the contest!
    Many blessings too
    and much love~ Desire~*~


  • The Eyes of a Angel
    May 12, 2007

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    WOW.....Gets this was the best thing i read in a long while...omgosh it brought tears to my eyes....wow gets really great fanstatic amazing job keep it up....
    ~Angel~

  • Ir.muse
    May 12, 2007

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    hi my dear uncle,

    This is a very nice piece.
    Wish you always the best.

    Shahrzad


  • Florida Sunshine
    May 12, 2007

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    Wow, the 1st part was like okay.... Then, Wham!!!! BANG.... You bust a loose! Impressive 2nd part... You stole my heart, I felt each word... VERY nice~ THANKS for entering my contest, it's nice to meet you!


  • slipperssun gold member
    May 12, 2007

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    a beautiful and heartfelt description of who and why you are you... this is just a glimpse on the surface of your heart. reading your authors page is even more so...well done and i wish you well in your contest
    cheers
    Jen


  • wingsofgold25 silver member
    May 12, 2007

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    Excellent Write

    Yes it is an excellent write with lots of love and Spirituall understanding.
    It is nice to be able to say that I know someone like you even if it is an AP. friend and a very special one.
    God be with you always.

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