Mysterious Necessity (01-05-02)

It's not in the air,
Nor deep in the ground.
It cannot be seen,
And makes not a sound.

No conditions therein,
Definitions not found.
Some try to explain it,
And theories abound.

You could hang on each word
Of a girl or a beau,
Yet identify nothing
To make your heart glow.

Others may discover
That they're instantly fond
Of a face in the crowd,
Having no time to bond.

With questions you'll lose it,
A search just won't do.
Your sweetheart inspires,
But it dwells within you.

Inspirational Poem to [Name Removed] (12-09-00)

We all have to suffer,
And some practice Lent
To remember the deeds
Of the Son Who He sent.

Struggle is daily
For man on this Earth.
We live in His image
‘Til death since our birth.

All can find greatness
Regardless of creed.
Traditions will vary,
But each fills a need.

Don’t doubt your customs,
They’re part of your story,
Worth more than you know
If done for His glory.

Alternate paths
May lead to great powers.
This makes them no better;
These gifts are not ours.

Men can be tools
To distribute His Grace.
But cannot take credit,
It’s just not the case.

Your path is a good one
To life after this.
For all that you’ve done
You’ll surely find bliss.


Untitled (09/20/02)

You've been looking for love
From the time you could speak.
It was there all the time,
Every day of the week.

Sometimes you don't feel it
When you search for a mate.
It's the running from self
That consumes you with hate.

But you rose from your past,
And gazed at life's treasure.
Beauty and simplicity
Are where you found pleasure.

It's magic to find
A lover and friend:
When two people can share
Life at each twist and bend.

I've found that in you,
As you have in me.
There's nothing more precious
That man's eye can see.

When comparing you with most,
You're surely not as vain.
Though I cannot fail to mention,
You're anything but plain.

I know you love your veggies,
And also like to bake.
So I came up with some gifts
That Hallmark would forsake.

A lovely bunch of flowers,
And an eighteen carat ring
May cause a cheeky smile,
But lack a certain sting.

By a simple change in spelling,
The meaning's all but lost.
And for a cheapskate like myself
Thankfully, so's the cost.

Front of Bottle:

Hoo-Hoo-Hoo
Eau de Tigret


[Photo Here]


Essence of a Sweaty,
Hyperactive, Cartoon Tiger

Back:

Directions for Use: Place bottle
on shelf or mantle. Laugh. Repeat
these steps if necessary. Allow
6 to 8 weeks for dust to form on
bottle exterior. Wipe with clean
cloth or use recently acquired
knickknacks and trinkets to
conceal bottle from view.

What is this rumor
Of which I’ve been told?
That you're soon to become
Fully six years old.

You’re now a young man,
Not a wee, little tike.
You can tie your shoelaces
And ride on a bike.

I suppose you are able:
Unseen by my eye.
Fear not, I have two;
There’s no reason to cry.

So what will you wish
When you blow up your cake?
Oops! Blow out the candles?
Wow! What a mistake.

Whatever you wish
Keep it locked in your head.
Dreams must be a secret
To grant, it’s been said.

Have the happiest birthday:
March 10th, Two-thousand one.
Exploding cake or not,
I hope you have fun!

Reverse Alcohology

I bought you a goblet,
I bought you a stein.
Use the latter for beer.
Use the former for wine.

Pour wine in your stein
While at home as you dine,
And no one will see you,
So that should be fine.

Use the goblet for beer,
And you may shed a tear,
For a goblet can't hold
But mere droplets I fear.

In any event,
Use these cups for your drink.
When you're fall down, dead drunk,
Thoughts of me may you think.

[Her] Mother's Day Poem

No children of your own
But a mother just the same.
For those who gave them life,
Sometimes "Mom" is just a name.

You guide them and protect them
And teach them right from wrong.
The memory of your loving
Will stay with them for so long.

They all have special needs,
Whether physical or mental.
The parents see a burden,
Whereas you are kind and gentle.

Sunday is for mothers,
And you are no exception.
The job is done by many
Regardless of conception.