Piper's Adventures
Wind blowing through the chimes
singing a song
birds on the feeders
helping the melody along
A new day
the beginning of a new year
the sun shines bright
thoughts of love and cheer
Peace fills my heart
another new day
wind speaking to my soul
guiding me along the way
A new year
filled with optimism and grace
opportunities to serve
to see His face
Smiling now
seeing the beauty along the way
praying for all to experience joy
on this New Year’s Day
copyright 2021 Debbie Pierce
One child 2 years old is lost
without a shoe in the street
traffic flowing
not missing a beat
Seen by one
running to save a life
another stopped to help
amid all the strife
A third person stops
calling the police
child standing with safe haven
sighing with relief
Another person stops
as we search for the child’s home
wanting to know how to help
the child is not alone
The police come
helping to figure it out
the child is calm
feeling safe and does not pout
Siblings arrive
rejoicing running up the street
the child had accidentally gotten out
following a dog with bare feet
People helping each other
not a thought given to religion or race
helping an innocent child
experience love instead of hate
copyright 2020 Debbie Pierce
Dancing in the moonlight
giddy as can be
somewhat in a trance
a whole new world to see
Rain coming down
sweet to my lips
splashing around in the water
embracing the drips
Light from the moon
awareness begin to grow
in harmony with nature
creates a brief shadow
In the midst of the wind
an owl begins to hoot
sending out messages
frogs follow suit
Rain is gone
sky is clear
stars in the sky
some are near
A beautiful night
feeling quite free
grateful to be alive
bending to my knee
Thanking GodÂ
for the blessings of this night
alone in the darkness
everything is alright
copyright 2020 Debbie Pierce
What a glorious day
to think about Independence
the blessings and privileges
that have come my way
Freedom of thought
and of things to share
the right to agree or disagree
about the things we care
Freedom to move about
to see and enjoy this great land
from the seashores to the mountains
by any mode of transportation we can
Freedom to worship God
or the freedom not to
expressions of faith
see our souls through
Happy Birthday America
celebrations throughout the land
fireworks and barbecue
parades and bands
In the pursuit of freedom
many lives have been lost
cherish and protect it
freedom comes at a cost
God bless America
on this Independence Day
let freedom ring
as we go our way
copyright 2020 Debbie Pierce
The night train to New Orleans
chugs along at a slow pace
in a cushy seat
my soul relaxes from the rat race
Sounds enter the mind
of music fast and slow
from the ivory keys of a piano
lifting spirits from a low
Visits to the cathedral come next
windows filled with saintly images
lighting a candle of hope
sad mood diminishes
Sitting in a cafe
listening to tall tales
sipping on coffee and beignets
of exciting city details
Street performers
performing magical feats
exciting the crowds
causing many a racing heart beat
Now on the way home
drifting into a comfortable sleep
my soul is relaxed
as the night train creeps
copyright 2019 Debbie Pierce
https://ragtagcommunity.wordpress.com/2019/11/02/rdp-saturday-cushy/
https://fivedotoh.com/2019/11/02/fowc-with-fandango-ivory/
https://wordofthedaychallenge.wordpress.com/2019/11/02/saintly/
The garden is beautiful this time of year surrounded by vintage plants. Each piece holds a story in the life of a woman. Treasures gathered in a faded blue chair the woman’s light shines through. A tattered bear holds secrets of joy and pain. Rememberances of a simple time when a hug and kiss healed all the strain. The others playmates on a rainy day. Jumping around a play house in a small girl’s room. Flowers often sitting beside it in full bloom.
The day has come to leave the fantasy land. Time to leave them to the grandchild who now besides them stand. The woman’s time is short and soon her worldly light will go out. However, now is a time to smile and not to pout.
The child dances as she picks up each treasure with glee. The woman smiles as she tells the child that each will be a remembrance of me. I will never be truly gone as long each treasure brings you joy. We will be playing together with each toy.
Dancing around the room while talking of things good and bad. They will bring comfort when you are sad. Always a light will shine giving you a hug each day. Now my child it is time to go away.
The woman passes into the eternal light. The child grows up treasuring each moment the light is bright. A new day has dawned and the treasures are in the chair again. The time has come for another new friend.
As generations pass the vintage toys carry joy and pain. Each time passed there is a wonderful gain.
copyright 2019 Debbie Pierce
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image is from Fandango at fivedotoh.com.
It’s fall in the South
a time for all things grand
waiting for the game to start
I am an ardent fan
A gourmand of rich delicacies
found only on game day
aromatic smells feed the soul
as we all play
Scratching the surface
game day banter appears severe
teasing the other team
until the hamburger and beer appear
Then we are all friends
sharing in the glory
sausages, salsa, and chips
helps to enhance our stories
The games goes on
we watch in the tent
cheering on the teams
time well spent
The game is over
packing up to go home
a wonderful day of sharing
fans are never alone
copyright 2019 Debbie Pierce
https://ragtagcommunity.wordpress.com/2019/10/03/rdp-thursday-scratch/
https://fivedotoh.com/2019/10/03/fowc-with-fandango-gourmand/
Walking through the valley
seeking to sanctify my soul
breathing in deeply
smells from times of old
Smells of morning dew
whispers from the rain
mirror images in the river
cleansing away the pain
New life emerges
there is a new nature show
flowers surrounding me
blooms begin to glow
Sweet serenity
life begins anew
slowly cleansing my soul
now from a different point of view
Love envelopes me
stronger from the storm
stretching out to enjoy the day
the journey is full and transformed
copyright Debbie Pierce 2019
https://wordpress.com/read/feeds/83669717/posts/2370648782
https://wordpress.com/post/pipersadventures.blog/13199
On this weekend
we remember those that served
fighting for an ideal
having the nerve
Coming in many forms
bravery to face the battle
beliefs that all have liberty
and are not mere chattel
Through words of love
spoken of lives lost too soon
they will not be forgotten
bugles play at noon
Love never dies
they have given us this life
sounds of laughter
peace and not strife
There are few
who proudly take our place
to defend a great land
wrapped in God’s grace
We are grateful for their service
for defending this great land
giving hugs to their spirits
reverently shaking their hands
Happy Memorial Day
to those whom are gone
your sacrifice is not forgotten
you will never walk alone
copyright 2019 Debbie Pierce
Colors bursting forth
spring is in the air
new beginnings abound
flower shows with a flair
A time of celebration
festivals are around
walking and biking
everyone comes to town
In the midst of the flowers
there is a band
young men and women dancing
joy across the land
Aromas of food
floating down the street
vendors selling their wares
performers on their feet
The festival persists
 into the night
sounds of music
under the street lights
The festival ends
there are sounds in the night
bugs are singing
a few spread some light
The moon is high
waiting for a new day
spring passing through
joy along the way
copyright 2019 Debbie Pierce
