Our Ozark Yoakums
My brother Joel is a published Author. He has painstakingly researched our family history. It is a fascinating story that finds its...
Grandads Botany
It’s funny the memories I thought carefully tucked away came to life for a few brief moments on this quiet rainy day...
Waiting for Mama to Waltz Again
Waiting to watch Mama Waltz againSitting here waiting with all her friends Mama’s last waltz took her so far awayBut Mama will...
The Pose
Sister, what were you thinking that dayA teenage girl with a little swag On display With a country stance like you could...
THE GAZEBO
The charming Gazeboa quiet place you can go A retreat from life’s chaosContemplating a hurtful loss A place of sweet serenityFlowers abundant...
The Past Begins
It is our past that shapes our futureThe times when we hold tight to endure We grasp at the memories; they push...
Goodbyes
The saying goodbyes are sadYou loved and gave life all you had The time has ended for nowWe will meet again somehow...
Intermission
I am settled in my heartYears of stops and starts Dogs and cats and children allLife was full, I do recall School...
September Lies
Sometimes requests are simple yet complexAnswers hidden deep, the heart becomes vexed Deception is a game of no winnersYes, you say, we...
Absence
It is the blank pagesThe Lost Children’s stages Days of laughterThat filled my rafters It hit my brainThat is my sad refrain...