Third Row—Second Seat by Darla Elaine Fitzgerald It's all in the power of thoughts Silent movies playing in the mind The film of life, memories of the past Transcending with the passage of time Never-ending gift of possibilities Unfolding on the stage of creativity Visions of untold hopes and dreams Recording the heartbeat of their revelations Episodes of purpose and resolution Reflecting the soul's design of destiny Genesis of thought, perceptions of spirit Silent movies playing in the mind Copyright © Darla Elaine Fitzgerald 2003

With Cherries in the Middle by Darla Elaine Fitzgerald Upside down world served on a platter Pineapple rings baked inside a cake Black and white pictures hidden on pages Colors painting them without a trace Shoes slipped on the wrong two feet Uncertain of which direction to take Climbing a mountain to reach the top Discovering below the valley of peace Rivers flowing to higher energies Connecting to oceans of all possibilities Heart directing a symphony of nature Orchestrating the silent space between thoughts Life in harmony with the world Pineapple rings on an upside down cake Copyright © Darla Elaine Fitzgerald 2003

Dandelion's Dignity by Darla Elaine Fitzgerald Rooted in a camp of native green Private First Class upon induction Humble rank of insignificance Unknown in numbers of profusion Transformation of radiant energy Presence of light—courage—strength Worthy of a higher valued self Four Star General in a camp of native green Copyright © Darla Elaine Fitzgerald 2003

Grow Great by Dreams by Darla Elaine Fitzgerald If I could run fast enough I believe I could fly Leaving the realities of the world below Reaching far beyond life as it is known Wings of aspirations soaring above clouds Permission of dreams to come true Galaxies only hearts and souls can discover Creation of stars illuminating visions of the mind I wish I would run fast enough I believe I would fly Copyright © Darla Elaine Fitzgerald 2003

Grandma's Quilt by Darla Elaine Fitzgerald I am born of scraps of cloth Gnarled fingers, needle and thread Stitched wedding band patterns Sleeping on the bride and groom's bed Copyright © Darla Elaine Fitzgerald 2003

Interlude by Darla Elaine Fitzgerald Ticking of the kitchen clock Moments measuring in time Pen composing on lined paper Ink gliding side to side Gazing out rain spotted windows Panes of glass dividing by eight Sky painting the oceans blue Clouds floating to set sail Gentle waves of wind drifting Sea of grass rising and falling Tree tops swaying in flowing rhythm Leaves dancing in golden sunlight Butterflies hiding in secret places Songbirds playing follow the leader Ticking of the kitchen clock Soul searching for magical wishes Copyright © Darla Elaine Fitzgerald 2003

Merry-Go-Round by Darla Elaine Fitzgerald Calliope whistles and the music plays. Children race to claim their steeds. Painted favorites are galloping and keeping time. Sliding on their poles while going up and going down. Lonely, I stand in a row of black ponies. My legs are bolted to the floor and I'm unable to run. Wishing I was a painted favorite, going up and down with time. Longing to know that I really matter. Yearning for someone to show me that they care. Secret mysteries, I dream each night. Discovering the voice of wisdom within. Listen to your heart and believe in your hopes. Celebrate the magical surprises of life. Special purposes are designed for your creation. Fulfilling the plan only you can do. Afraid of the up and down, painted horses. A little girl rides a black pony that is standing in a row. Copyright © Darla Elaine Fitzgerald 2003

Manifestation by Darla Elaine Fitzgerald Guardian Angels, essence of pure light Given to you the moment of birth Promise of God to shelter with their wings Heavenly gates blessed open, leaving for flight Protector of your hopes and wonders Raises your spirits to soar on high Loves you just the way you are Angels in your life, sent from Heaven above Dawn awakening you with their presence Feelings of serenity that you are not alone Always by your side, ever watching over you God's love is realized in an angel's touch Angels spreading their wings of peace and harmony Gentle breezes letting you know they are near Where there is love an angel will be singing Your life is renewed with God's amazing grace Angelic messengers revealing His divine wisdom Souls discovering joy and feeling loving care Faith and trust in God for we know it is true Where heavenly angels dwell Our dreams will be fulfilled Copyright © Darla Elaine Fitzgerald 2003

Darla Elaine Fitzgerald says: "I am a retired elementary teacher of twenty-three years from Marshall County, West Virginia. My main interests include the love of writing and art. Through my written words, I hope to instill inspirational thinking in my readers and touch their emotional consciousness. I presently reside in Ohio with my husband, Bill. We have two beautiful daughters and five adorable grandchildren."

Darla's writing credits include:

Online: Word Salad, Write-Away!, Firstwriter, Harvest-Art, Electric Acorn, Wellspring Journal, Spirit in the Smokies, Poetic Voices, The Gathering Place, Hawkwind Literary Journal, The Online Writer, and Sometimes I Sleep With The Moon.

Printed: Poet's Paradise, Eve's Back, Poetic Hours, Promise, Carillon, Rearview Quarterly, Reflections, New Renaissance, Write On!!, Natural Awakenings, Taj Mahal Review, and Terrace Journal.

Contact the author at:  dimplechindef@yahoo.com

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