No matter how many times you say it
I will always disagree
You say that I don't understand
You say I don't understand because "You were never me"
But oh the ways the world turns
Oh the actions that you and I both partake
You say I don't understand where you are coming from
And yet I still disagree
We both were on different sides of the fence
You were here
And I was there
You say you don't want a kid to feel this way
But I was a kid and I know how it felt
Sometimes we take for granted
What others only wished they had
You say "you have to think like a child"
But I know cause I was there
Just be thankful for what you have
Don't dwell on the past
Sometimes we say others don't care about us
But those "others" just have a hard time expressing how they feel
No matter how many times you say it
I will always disagree
Because sometimes someone can love you so much
But can't express themselves openly
Just because they don't SAY "I love you"
Doesn't mean that they do not love you so
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Sunday, September 22, 2013
Saturday, September 21, 2013
Everyone Else
Just because everyone else is doing it
Doesn't make it right
Yet sometimes we see bad things happen
And we kindly bat our eyes
We say that others do this
We say this is the norm
We neglect the morality of the issue and simply go on
Just because everyone else is doing it
Doesn't mean that you should too
Yet sometimes we actually question ourselves about what we shall do
We say that this can't be wrong
We say "everyone else is doing it too"
We bypass the question of "is it wrong?"
Because others have done the same too
Just because everyone else is doing it...
That seems to be many peoples excuse
But why be like everyone else
When you could be like YOU
Sure it seems like everyone is doing wrong
Sure it seems like they are living the life
But always remember to do the right thing
No matter if you are the only one doing right
Everyone else...
It seems like we are always concerned with them
But sometimes we lack to look at the person deep within
You are who you are
So never make any excuse
And always...ALWAYS...Always be you
Doesn't make it right
Yet sometimes we see bad things happen
And we kindly bat our eyes
We say that others do this
We say this is the norm
We neglect the morality of the issue and simply go on
Just because everyone else is doing it
Doesn't mean that you should too
Yet sometimes we actually question ourselves about what we shall do
We say that this can't be wrong
We say "everyone else is doing it too"
We bypass the question of "is it wrong?"
Because others have done the same too
Just because everyone else is doing it...
That seems to be many peoples excuse
But why be like everyone else
When you could be like YOU
Sure it seems like everyone is doing wrong
Sure it seems like they are living the life
But always remember to do the right thing
No matter if you are the only one doing right
Everyone else...
It seems like we are always concerned with them
But sometimes we lack to look at the person deep within
You are who you are
So never make any excuse
And always...ALWAYS...Always be you
Wednesday, September 18, 2013
Be the Change you wish to see
There is so much negativity in the world... This is very true, however, there is a great amount of positive things happening around you as well. Why is it that we tend to dwell so much on the negative things? We let celebrations last only a second while we let disappointments and heartbreaks last for hours...We are quick to talk down on someone rather than lift them up... You never know who is watching... and you never know who is listening to the words you say... what you do or say have an affect on others. You ever heard of "Be the change you wish to see" ? This is actually so true.. In order to create a better world we have to start being better people. "Treat others the way you want to be treated" and lend out a helping hand.... a better world doesn't take place overnight...but a change can start right now with you! #TheAwkwardButterfly
-Monica
-Monica
Friday, September 13, 2013
The Words to Say
How do I find the words to say
To let you know how I feel each day
When you are near I feel complete
When you are away I cannot sleep
How do I find the words to say
To let you know I don't want you to go away
To let you know how fast my heart beats
Whenever we share an embrace and our two lips meet
How do I find the words to say
I can't say I love you cause that is cliche
But the thoughts float in my mind all the time
And in my heart you are already mines
How do I find the words to say
For I don't know how to say it any other way
I know that I'm happy when I am with you
And in my heart I know you feel the same way too
Thursday, September 12, 2013
Somebody
Hi, my name is Somebody
But am I somebody to you?
Walking around in an endless circle
I constantly surround you
Shadows of faces everywhere
But are you closer to the truth?
Hi, my name is Sombody
But am I somebody to you?
Reflections of the known
But are you sure of what you see?
Because to you.. you are somebody
But are you somebody to me?
You are always questioned in this world
Questioned about who you are
But do you recognize the reflection that you see?
Do you know who you are?
Mirror Mirror on the wall
Tell me what you see
Cause To you I am somebody
But am I somebody to me?
But am I somebody to you?
Walking around in an endless circle
I constantly surround you
Shadows of faces everywhere
But are you closer to the truth?
Hi, my name is Sombody
But am I somebody to you?
Reflections of the known
But are you sure of what you see?
Because to you.. you are somebody
But are you somebody to me?
You are always questioned in this world
Questioned about who you are
But do you recognize the reflection that you see?
Do you know who you are?
Mirror Mirror on the wall
Tell me what you see
Cause To you I am somebody
But am I somebody to me?
Friday, September 6, 2013
Crying in the rain
Raindrops splatter down from the clouds above
Then fall gently on my cheek
And flow down to reach the grass
That is underneath my feet
Oh how the heavens must feel today
I wonder what is next
For when the sky begins to cry
I know a person will be next
Friday, August 30, 2013
My Night Under The Stars
Looking into the neverending night sky
I reminense and let life pass me by
For what awaits me after this day
I have no clue but I will keep my fears at bay
Lilacs and Roses
I will await the smell
The birds chirping cheerfully
As they sit on the rails
From night to day
This is what I shall see
As I lay under the night sky
Waiting for morning to be
Thursday, August 29, 2013
On the Road
It's been a long day
A very long day
You have so much more to do
And you want to do it fast
Time is so precious
Our time is the most precious of them all, right?
It's amazing how sometimes we get in our cars and head out to accomplish our tasks at hand, yet we forget about others. We are in a hurry, and we feel as though others should cater to us on the road.
We honk at the slow driver.
We duck in and out of traffic.
Just to make it to where we have to be
We don't want to waste our time....
But what about others.......
Staci is trying to pick up her child who missed the bus after school
David is trying to get to his wife who just went into labor
Anthony is trying to make it to his last college class ever
Everyone on the road has a mission
But why don't we see this?
Instead we put our own selfish needs ahead of others
We think our time is so valuable that we do careless things
We are reckless at the wheel and experience intense moments of rage
But why?
We are all trying to get somewhere
We all have things to do
We all want to live to see tomorrow........
So why possibly deny someone this?
The majority of accidents are caused by carelessness
Carelessness which occurs because someone didn't want to waste their time
They care about themselves
They honked at the slow driver
Then ducked in and out of traffic
Then purposely got in front of another vehicle to piss them off.....
Is it really worth it?
Is jeopardizing your life and the life of someone else really worth it?
You had a long day...
Someone else did too...
Your time is valuable
And others time is valuable too..
You want to make it home today
And so does everyone else
So please be a courteous driver
Don't just think about yourself
A very long day
You have so much more to do
And you want to do it fast
Time is so precious
Our time is the most precious of them all, right?
It's amazing how sometimes we get in our cars and head out to accomplish our tasks at hand, yet we forget about others. We are in a hurry, and we feel as though others should cater to us on the road.
We honk at the slow driver.
We duck in and out of traffic.
Just to make it to where we have to be
We don't want to waste our time....
But what about others.......
Staci is trying to pick up her child who missed the bus after school
David is trying to get to his wife who just went into labor
Anthony is trying to make it to his last college class ever
Everyone on the road has a mission
But why don't we see this?
Instead we put our own selfish needs ahead of others
We think our time is so valuable that we do careless things
We are reckless at the wheel and experience intense moments of rage
But why?
We are all trying to get somewhere
We all have things to do
We all want to live to see tomorrow........
So why possibly deny someone this?
The majority of accidents are caused by carelessness
Carelessness which occurs because someone didn't want to waste their time
They care about themselves
They honked at the slow driver
Then ducked in and out of traffic
Then purposely got in front of another vehicle to piss them off.....
Is it really worth it?
Is jeopardizing your life and the life of someone else really worth it?
You had a long day...
Someone else did too...
Your time is valuable
And others time is valuable too..
You want to make it home today
And so does everyone else
So please be a courteous driver
Don't just think about yourself
Wednesday, August 28, 2013
My Heart Beats
My heart
My heart beats for you
Poudning with roaring intensity
Almost to the point where I have to try to catch my breath
Because my heart
Is beating
For you
My lungs don't know what to do
I breathe in and out
Out and in
And still I can't
I can't catch my breathe
Overwhelmed by these emotions
I care but I say I don't
I want you to leave but also stay
I am lost
Lost in you
Circulating these different feelings that I have
Making my body move
Giving me life
I want you to go out there and be better than I ever was
I may not know you but I want you to know that I care
Even if you think no one else does
I want you to stay with me in my thoughts but move forward in this world
I want you to conquer your dreams
I want you to pursue happiness
For my heart
It beats for you
And I really wish you the best
My heart beats for you
Poudning with roaring intensity
Almost to the point where I have to try to catch my breath
Because my heart
Is beating
For you
My lungs don't know what to do
I breathe in and out
Out and in
And still I can't
I can't catch my breathe
Overwhelmed by these emotions
I care but I say I don't
I want you to leave but also stay
I am lost
Lost in you
Circulating these different feelings that I have
Making my body move
Giving me life
I want you to go out there and be better than I ever was
I may not know you but I want you to know that I care
Even if you think no one else does
I want you to stay with me in my thoughts but move forward in this world
I want you to conquer your dreams
I want you to pursue happiness
For my heart
It beats for you
And I really wish you the best
Tuesday, August 27, 2013
The Secret
I have a little secret
That no one else shall know
It tickles my insides
And make me smile and glow
It's a secret that is so visible
Yet so many cannot see
It radiates with the brightest light
Like the light that peaks over the trees
My secret is so big
Yet it can also be considered small
For many may value it slightly
While others may not value it at all
I have a little secret
And it is that I love me
For the greatest gift I ever received
Was the gift of fully understanding me
I love myself
I love my life
I love the people too
And when my skies are constantly gray
I know that one day it will turn back blue
I have accepted myself for who I am
And I won't dwell on who I am not
And although this is unknown to others
To me it means a lot
I have a little secret
And I'm pretty sure that you do too
Because sometimes how we really feel
Is covered by what we do
We give the public what they want
We give them what they want to see
And sometimes the greatest costume we ever wear
Is the one that overshadows who we really should be
That no one else shall know
It tickles my insides
And make me smile and glow
It's a secret that is so visible
Yet so many cannot see
It radiates with the brightest light
Like the light that peaks over the trees
My secret is so big
Yet it can also be considered small
For many may value it slightly
While others may not value it at all
I have a little secret
And it is that I love me
For the greatest gift I ever received
Was the gift of fully understanding me
I love myself
I love my life
I love the people too
And when my skies are constantly gray
I know that one day it will turn back blue
I have accepted myself for who I am
And I won't dwell on who I am not
And although this is unknown to others
To me it means a lot
I have a little secret
And I'm pretty sure that you do too
Because sometimes how we really feel
Is covered by what we do
We give the public what they want
We give them what they want to see
And sometimes the greatest costume we ever wear
Is the one that overshadows who we really should be
Speak Life Into Me
Speak
That is all I need you to do
I need you to speak
I need you to let me get wrapped in your words
Let your words comfort my spirit
Let me become entangled in the mixture of letters and pauses
These letters and pauses which composes everything that you SPEAK of
Speak
Speak life into me!!!
Comfort me
Motivate me
Inspire me
Make me feel!
The power of words
Words can make you feel so many things
Feelings of happiness
Feelings of sadness
Feelings of doubt
Oh so many feelings
Cover me with a blanket of your words
Kiss me softly with the kindest hello
And tuck me in with your bittersweet goodbyes
Speak
I want you to be inspired
I want you to believe in yourself
I want you to never be afraid to speak
For your words might give life to those who believe they are dead
Speak!
Because some of the best things are often left unsaid
Monday, August 26, 2013
Fish
Wondering around this mystic sea
Hopes and dreams surrounding me
I look up ahead and see a star
I follow it but it doesn't take me far
I'm trapped underneath
Yet I can breathe
My hopes and dreams still surrounding me
But what I see I cannot get
But what can I do
For I am just a fish
Mornings Come
Mornings come
And Mornings Go
Sun Shines Bright
And then goes low
Day by Day that passes by
I appreciate life And never ask why
For today could really be my last
So I won't dwell too much on the past
I will appreciate the opportunity to live today
For who knows when it's my turn to eternally lay
Sunday, August 25, 2013
They Said
They said I couldn't do it
I said I disagree
They said it wasn't worth it
But it means so much to me
They said there is no use in trying
I said I should try at the very least
They said chasing dreams is foolish
I said, "Well a fool I shall be"
So many people try to cut you down
So many people don't believe
That you are capable of many things
You are capable of being anything you wish to be
So many people
So many opinions
But the only one that matters is yours
Go out and do what you want to do
Set your goals and try to do so much more!
They said I couldn't do it
Well I'm doing it now
They said it wasn't worth it
But I have found fulfillment somehow
They said there was no use in trying
But I'm happy that I at least tried
They said chasing dreams was foolish
But I'm living my dream right now!
Don't get discouraged
By the negative things people say
Just use it as motivation
To push through each day
Never shed a single tear over the doubts and thoughts of your friends
For they will finally believe you
But it will take some time
They will believe in you when they see things happen
Then they will bat their eyes
When all your dreams are reality
When you accomplished what you seeked
When they realize that because they didn't believe in you
They pushed you to succeed
They said so many things
I remember this so well
But I now appreciate what they said
Because it has helped me to excel
I said I disagree
They said it wasn't worth it
But it means so much to me
They said there is no use in trying
I said I should try at the very least
They said chasing dreams is foolish
I said, "Well a fool I shall be"
So many people try to cut you down
So many people don't believe
That you are capable of many things
You are capable of being anything you wish to be
So many people
So many opinions
But the only one that matters is yours
Go out and do what you want to do
Set your goals and try to do so much more!
They said I couldn't do it
Well I'm doing it now
They said it wasn't worth it
But I have found fulfillment somehow
They said there was no use in trying
But I'm happy that I at least tried
They said chasing dreams was foolish
But I'm living my dream right now!
Don't get discouraged
By the negative things people say
Just use it as motivation
To push through each day
Never shed a single tear over the doubts and thoughts of your friends
For they will finally believe you
But it will take some time
They will believe in you when they see things happen
Then they will bat their eyes
When all your dreams are reality
When you accomplished what you seeked
When they realize that because they didn't believe in you
They pushed you to succeed
They said so many things
I remember this so well
But I now appreciate what they said
Because it has helped me to excel
The Remedy Is Me
Ten Fingers
Ten Toes
Two Eyes
One Nose
All a part of me
Help me navigate, smell, and see
One mouth
To voice my opinions
And to finally express my self
One brain to give me the ability
To think critically and apply myself
One heart
To keep me moving
That's what composes me
But subtracting these things
Make me no longer be
One heart
Broken a thousand times
One brain to gather my thoughts
One mouth to express how I truly feel
But I won't say a word
One nose that sniffles so much
Two eyes that shed so many tears
Ten toes that want to walk away
Ten fingers that express how I feel
Typing, Typing, Typing away
Writing down my words
Trying to execute how I feel
Make my silent words be heard
The best coping mechanism
The best medicine to seek
For my greatest disease is withholding my emotions
But the only remedy is me
Mirror Mirror
Mirror Mirror
On the Wall
Who is the fairest of them all?
They say beauty is skin deep
But I can't see
How beauty so great is all you see...
Eyes dancing in the mirror
Wandering around
Waiting for you to cast judgement
Which will make me silently doubt...
Because if the fairest is all you see
I wonder if you will recognize me
Mirror Mirror
On the wall
Who is the fairest of them all?
Just wait and please don't answer me yet!
I move back and make sure my feet are set
I clinch my fist and cock back then let go
The shards start to float around the room
I always thought the mirror was my friend
But now I realize it never saw what was within
Thursday, August 22, 2013
The Awkward Butterfly
Hello Everyone,
I would like to announce that I have recently published an eBook. This eBook is available on Amazon. If you click the following link you can be directed to the book:
The Awkward Butterfly Available on Amazon
This book is in the kindle edition, however, you do not need a kindle to download the book. The app is available for androids, tablets, and many others. Below is the link to the kindle app download:
Kindle App Download
I hope you enjoy the book.
Thanks,
Monica Renata
I would like to announce that I have recently published an eBook. This eBook is available on Amazon. If you click the following link you can be directed to the book:
The Awkward Butterfly Available on Amazon
This weekend, the book will be available for free. That is Friday August 23rd through Sunday, August 25th.
This book is in the kindle edition, however, you do not need a kindle to download the book. The app is available for androids, tablets, and many others. Below is the link to the kindle app download:
Kindle App Download
I hope you enjoy the book.
Thanks,
Monica Renata
Thursday, August 15, 2013
Statistics
They say we will not make it
They say the reasons why
They back it up with research
And we believe that they don't lie
But who are"they" to tell us this
Who conducted this research
Who placed all of this information
In so many distributed textbooks
We read and read and discover things
We discover we are part of their ongoing tests
And then we start to think to yourself
We think we fit their current mold
So our future is laid out as we speak
They say I will not make make
They say the reasons why
They back it up with research
And say that statistically I won't rise
But I refuse to be another number
I refuse to be what they think
I will not be a statistic
I won't be what they say
Just because I grew up this way
Doesn't mean I won't succeed
Just because my family has these problems
It doesn't mean they will happen to me
Just because I am from this area of the world
Doesn't mean I'm smarter or dumber than the rest
You can't just predict what I will do
I am not a number on your list
I refuse to be what you say
I refuse to submit
I am not a statistic
I will not be a number on your list
I will not be a statistic
I will not be a statistic
I WILL NOT be a statistic
They say I will not make it
They say the reasons why
They back it up with research
And say that statistically I won't rise
But I choose to disagree with them
I will not be a number on their list
I am more than what they believe I am
I am not just a statistic
They say the reasons why
They back it up with research
And we believe that they don't lie
But who are"they" to tell us this
Who conducted this research
Who placed all of this information
In so many distributed textbooks
We read and read and discover things
We discover we are part of their ongoing tests
And then we start to think to yourself
We think we fit their current mold
So our future is laid out as we speak
They say I will not make make
They say the reasons why
They back it up with research
And say that statistically I won't rise
But I refuse to be another number
I refuse to be what they think
I will not be a statistic
I won't be what they say
Just because I grew up this way
Doesn't mean I won't succeed
Just because my family has these problems
It doesn't mean they will happen to me
Just because I am from this area of the world
Doesn't mean I'm smarter or dumber than the rest
You can't just predict what I will do
I am not a number on your list
I refuse to be what you say
I refuse to submit
I am not a statistic
I will not be a number on your list
I will not be a statistic
I will not be a statistic
I WILL NOT be a statistic
They say I will not make it
They say the reasons why
They back it up with research
And say that statistically I won't rise
But I choose to disagree with them
I will not be a number on their list
I am more than what they believe I am
I am not just a statistic
Thursday, August 8, 2013
Rain Rain
Rain Rain go away
Leave this place so I can play
Let those raindrops be no more
And stop pounding on my windows and doors
Stop blocking the future in front of me
It is pouring so hard
I can barely see
Then I heard thunder in the background
And I know you won't let me leave this time
I see lightning in my head
I try to back up but I can't
I want to cry
But this shower is overwhelming me
Just let me go
Just let me be free
Rain Rain go away
Leave this place so I can play
Let these tears be no more
For this fighting I can't take it no more
You throw dishes around our house
You tell me there is no way out
In the corner I crouch in fear
As your fists keep pounding against my skin
I don't know if I can survive
It was always bad...but it is worst this time
It feels like I'm about to be knocked out
Yet the rain of your fist just won't stop
I have to finally get the courage to leave
I have to go....
I have to be free
Monday, August 5, 2013
Weekly Challenge 10: Accomplish Something
Hello everyone!!!
I hope you are all having a great time. I will finally start up with my weekly challenges again. :)
This week I would like you to take the time to accomplish something. Think about something that you want to do. How long have you wanted to accomplish it? Have you ever tried to make it happen?
At times, we say that we want to do many things, however, we do not put in the effort to make it happen. I know I have been like this many times. I said I wanted something, and I wished and prayed about it, however, I did not put in any effort. I now know that I must put in effort if I want to accomplish anything........
And guess what!!!?? I finally accomplished it. :)
Never be afraid to go after what you want!
-Monica Renata
I hope you are all having a great time. I will finally start up with my weekly challenges again. :)
This week I would like you to take the time to accomplish something. Think about something that you want to do. How long have you wanted to accomplish it? Have you ever tried to make it happen?
At times, we say that we want to do many things, however, we do not put in the effort to make it happen. I know I have been like this many times. I said I wanted something, and I wished and prayed about it, however, I did not put in any effort. I now know that I must put in effort if I want to accomplish anything........
And guess what!!!?? I finally accomplished it. :)
Never be afraid to go after what you want!
And remember,
Everything is impossible if you do not attempt to take the first step!!!!
-Monica Renata
Sunday, August 4, 2013
Happiness is You
Crystal clear skies
No clouds to dampen my day
The sun shall radiate down
And a smile will be on my face
To know you is to love you
And love you is what I did
And forever the sun will always shine
Because I will always have you near
Monday, July 29, 2013
You Said You would start tomorrow
You said you would start tomorrow
But tomorrow has come and gone
Yet you sit in the exact same spot
You sat in once before
No progress made at all today
So you plan to make progress tomorrow
But what's the point of pushing it off?
What's the point in waiting til tomorrow?
Day by Day by Day you plan
Plan to do something new
Yet you plan to do this tomorrow
But you never follow through
Oh wait until the years pass you by
Because by then you will finally see
That saying you will start tomorrow
Only hindered you indeed
All the things you could have accomplished
But you just kept putting off
You have lost your youth and soon
your clock will finally stop
Tuesday, July 23, 2013
Just Kinda
Kinda like a melody
That plays over and over in my head
The sound of the sweet music
Could even reawaken the dead
It's kinda like the sugar
That is in your favorite fruit
It dances on your tongue awhile
Until you swallow that juice
It's kinda just like that
Well that's what my mother said
That feeling that just can't go away
The feeling that you will try to get
over and over again
A feeling you want some much
And quite frankly so do I
But what is this feeling exactly
It's just kinda how I feel inside
Monday, July 15, 2013
Eye for an Eye
An eye for an eye
A tooth for a tooth
Where does this leave us?
Does it bring us truth?
You punch me
Then I punch you
Does it solve anything?
Some people think that it do
But what is the purpose to act just the same?
Have hate in your heart
And then on others place the blame
They say do on to others as they do on to you
But were they speaking of violence
Or is this statement just not true
I slander your name
You slander mines
You break my heart
And you know my response
I will do everything that you do to me
It will not solve anything
But I will be happy.......
But why does the world seem to think like this?
Violence solves violence
This is what they honestly think
Whatever happened to turning the other cheek ?
Being the bigger person and keeping the peace
We seem to retaliate
When given no true purpose
Therefore we are no better than the so called monster
An eye for an eye
That's what they always say
But I don't understand how you can get rid of hate with hate
Maybe I am naive
Or maybe I just can't see
But my heart breaks daily
Because all I want to see is peace
A tooth for a tooth
Where does this leave us?
Does it bring us truth?
You punch me
Then I punch you
Does it solve anything?
Some people think that it do
But what is the purpose to act just the same?
Have hate in your heart
And then on others place the blame
They say do on to others as they do on to you
But were they speaking of violence
Or is this statement just not true
I slander your name
You slander mines
You break my heart
And you know my response
I will do everything that you do to me
It will not solve anything
But I will be happy.......
But why does the world seem to think like this?
Violence solves violence
This is what they honestly think
Whatever happened to turning the other cheek ?
Being the bigger person and keeping the peace
We seem to retaliate
When given no true purpose
Therefore we are no better than the so called monster
An eye for an eye
That's what they always say
But I don't understand how you can get rid of hate with hate
Maybe I am naive
Or maybe I just can't see
But my heart breaks daily
Because all I want to see is peace
Sunday, July 14, 2013
Everyone Is A Winner
Everyone is a winner
Well, at least that is what they say
Seems like everyone deserves a trophy
Even if they do not play
We are afraid to tell others the truth
Because we fear we may hurt their feelings
So everyone thinks they are the best at all times
Everyone thinks they are winners
What have we taught our younger generation?
What are they striving for?
So many put down teachers when they say their child needs to try harder
Little Timmy on the baseball team
Jennifer who loves to dance
They can't receive any criticism
Or their parents will get mad
What has our world come to?
Seems like everyone needs a prize
No one can have their feelings hurt
No one can be criticized
Everyone has to be winners
But in order to win you must reach a goal
And so few are willing to do what it takes
Because they feel as though it is owed
This sense of entitlement weakens our future as we speak
At the end of the day
We all can't be winners
Because some of us will face defeat
Well, at least that is what they say
Seems like everyone deserves a trophy
Even if they do not play
We are afraid to tell others the truth
Because we fear we may hurt their feelings
So everyone thinks they are the best at all times
Everyone thinks they are winners
What have we taught our younger generation?
What are they striving for?
So many put down teachers when they say their child needs to try harder
Little Timmy on the baseball team
Jennifer who loves to dance
They can't receive any criticism
Or their parents will get mad
What has our world come to?
Seems like everyone needs a prize
No one can have their feelings hurt
No one can be criticized
Everyone has to be winners
But in order to win you must reach a goal
And so few are willing to do what it takes
Because they feel as though it is owed
This sense of entitlement weakens our future as we speak
At the end of the day
We all can't be winners
Because some of us will face defeat
Tuesday, July 9, 2013
An Untouched Memory
How nice is an untouched memory
That is just so pure
It glistens and shines greater than all
But is not accepted by most
How nice is an untouched memory
That has not been tainted at all
A memory that is waiting to be released
But only to one who deserves
How nice is an untouched memory
I really have no clue
Because even though I should be proud of it
It is what distances me from you.Monday, July 8, 2013
You Light Up My Life
Just
like a star
On
the darkest night
You
reach out your hand to me
And
within my realm of darkness
You
hear my heartfelt plea
I
am consumed with fears
And
one of these fears is being alone
So
you wrap me in your warm embrace
To
show that I always have a home
The
light which shines within you
Is
such a beautiful thing
Thanks
for being my guide
Throughout
my darkest of days
Thursday, June 27, 2013
Forever Never Lasts
Fleeting joys of ecstasy
Time is moving too fast
We always think we have forever
But forever never lasts
Happiness is soon replaced
With broken little smiles
Then tears trickle down your cheeks
And you can't make a sound
Overwhelmed by this feeling
Yet still afraid to let go
You think that you will forget
And that feeling scares you so
Appreciate what you have
Because today never stays the same
People may come and go
Even when your life still remains
Time is moving too fast
We always think we have forever
But forever never lasts
Happiness is soon replaced
With broken little smiles
Then tears trickle down your cheeks
And you can't make a sound
Overwhelmed by this feeling
Yet still afraid to let go
You think that you will forget
And that feeling scares you so
Appreciate what you have
Because today never stays the same
People may come and go
Even when your life still remains
Tuesday, June 25, 2013
In the end
In the end
It doesn’t matter
It doesn’t matter what you may think
Because I know who I am today
And who I want to be
No harsh words or discouraging faces
Will ever stop me
I will keep my head up high
And always have faith
Faith in myself and those who actually care
Like my family and a few friends
So talk all you want
Try to ruin my name
Because in the end you will truly see
While you were spreading rumors about me
I was succeeding my goals in life and being MEI can't
I can't fault you for being yourself
I can only say I understand
I can't make you understand me
If you don't try to take a chance
I can't ask you to change your ways
Because you will only change if you want to
I can't expect you to take the time to do what you don't want to do
I can only say I understand
I can't make you understand me
If you don't try to take a chance
I can't ask you to change your ways
Because you will only change if you want to
I can't expect you to take the time to do what you don't want to do
Monday, June 17, 2013
Finger Pointers
Point your finger once again
Point out the things that others lack
Judge so harshly
Let them see
That they are not what you want them to be
Judgment has been cast upon others again
Yet we do not worry until we are the ones at stake
Always pointing a finger
Playing the blame game
But what is the purpose
All these games are the same
He said this
She said that
He did this
She did that
All and all
It is all the same
Always pointing the finger
Always handing out blame
He can't do that
She can't do this
He believes in this
She believes in that
I thought differences is what made us unique
We teach children to be themselves
But we are afraid of the product we reap
He married her
She married him
It is all good, but then
He marries him
And she marries her
And now the world seems to be in a downfall
But who are we to judge anyone
At the end of the day, let people do what they love
And stop judging others because they do something you believe is so wrong
There are too many bad things happening in this world today
To try to take away someone's happiness piece by piece
Stop blaming others for what goes wrong
Stop thinking that your right is ALWAYS right
And there right is wrong
Do what makes you happy
And they should too
Cause you would feel really bad
If those fingers were pointing at you
Point your finger once again
Point out the things that others lack
Judge so harshly
Let them see
That they are not what you want them to be
Then open your eyes and look into that mirror so true
Cause usually nothing is wrong with the object being judged
Something is wrong with you
Point out the things that others lack
Judge so harshly
Let them see
That they are not what you want them to be
Judgment has been cast upon others again
Yet we do not worry until we are the ones at stake
Always pointing a finger
Playing the blame game
But what is the purpose
All these games are the same
He said this
She said that
He did this
She did that
All and all
It is all the same
Always pointing the finger
Always handing out blame
He can't do that
She can't do this
He believes in this
She believes in that
I thought differences is what made us unique
We teach children to be themselves
But we are afraid of the product we reap
He married her
She married him
It is all good, but then
He marries him
And she marries her
And now the world seems to be in a downfall
But who are we to judge anyone
At the end of the day, let people do what they love
And stop judging others because they do something you believe is so wrong
There are too many bad things happening in this world today
To try to take away someone's happiness piece by piece
Stop blaming others for what goes wrong
Stop thinking that your right is ALWAYS right
And there right is wrong
Do what makes you happy
And they should too
Cause you would feel really bad
If those fingers were pointing at you
Point your finger once again
Point out the things that others lack
Judge so harshly
Let them see
That they are not what you want them to be
Then open your eyes and look into that mirror so true
Cause usually nothing is wrong with the object being judged
Something is wrong with you
Wednesday, June 12, 2013
Have you ever had a Shadow?
Have you ever had a shadow
Who would try to imitate what you do
When you speak they speak as well
And they think their words are of truth?
Have you ever had a shadow
That tries to make you feel worst about yourself each day
Who constantly looks you in your face
And makes you realize you two aren't the same?
Have you ever had a shadow
Who is so mean yet you’re a so nice
The look on their face tells it all
They want you out of sight
Have you ever had a shadow
And you hated it so true
But the only thing stopping you from truly hating them
Is because they are a part of you
Our shadow is a reflection of ourselves
Yet we judge it so unkindly
Why are we so hard on ourselves?
Why do we give up before we try?
Have you ever had a shadow
Who wanted to reach the stars just like you
You think you can't do it
But to your shadow, that is untrue
Monday, June 10, 2013
What is the point
What is the point of even trying?
I find myself questioning this each day
Yet, I decide to be the bigger person
And be cordial at the end of the day
But what is this all doing for me?
Because I am not gaining at all
Yet I am constantly dragging myself deeper into a hole
That I want no part of
What is the point of even speaking?
If you don't listen to a word I say
If you say my thoughts are meaningless
Then yell at me when I have nothing to say
I am slowly starting to realize
That you don't care at all
And maybe this is just something
That I should have no part in at all...
What is the point
There is no purpose.
What is the point.......
I find myself questioning this each day
Yet, I decide to be the bigger person
And be cordial at the end of the day
But what is this all doing for me?
Because I am not gaining at all
Yet I am constantly dragging myself deeper into a hole
That I want no part of
What is the point of even speaking?
If you don't listen to a word I say
If you say my thoughts are meaningless
Then yell at me when I have nothing to say
I am slowly starting to realize
That you don't care at all
And maybe this is just something
That I should have no part in at all...
What is the point
There is no purpose.
What is the point.......
Sunday, June 9, 2013
The journey of the Heart
The heart has a way of finding itself
No matter the trials it goes through
At one point it can be bursting with life
And at another point it is broken in two
The journey of a heart is a sad one indeed
For it always has the possibility to get hurt
But usually the journey of a heart goes very far
Til it meets another heart and those two become one
And then that journey seems like it was worth it
It seems like those tears meant something indeed
For the rough road the heart took sometimes countless times
It ended in the greatest place it could be
To be loved is such a wonderful thing
That so many take for granted these days
Nothing ever comes easy in life
And love is one of those things
And sometimes when you waited for something
For as long as you can think
When you finally get what you are looking for
You will appreciate it above all things
No matter the trials it goes through
At one point it can be bursting with life
And at another point it is broken in two
The journey of a heart is a sad one indeed
For it always has the possibility to get hurt
But usually the journey of a heart goes very far
Til it meets another heart and those two become one
And then that journey seems like it was worth it
It seems like those tears meant something indeed
For the rough road the heart took sometimes countless times
It ended in the greatest place it could be
To be loved is such a wonderful thing
That so many take for granted these days
Nothing ever comes easy in life
And love is one of those things
And sometimes when you waited for something
For as long as you can think
When you finally get what you are looking for
You will appreciate it above all things
Friday, June 7, 2013
Love vs Hate
From love comes all life they say
But I shall disagree
For many times I have seen love uproot a tree
And the hate for those who love so much
Grows stronger indeed
And that hate soon encourages others to finally plant a seed
And from this seed sprouts a life
Which is a blessing we all see
And the battle of love and hate continues on and battles for the fate of the seed
But I shall disagree
For many times I have seen love uproot a tree
And the hate for those who love so much
Grows stronger indeed
And that hate soon encourages others to finally plant a seed
And from this seed sprouts a life
Which is a blessing we all see
And the battle of love and hate continues on and battles for the fate of the seed
Horrific Travels
Hold my hand
My dear friend
Come with me
And let's pretend
Pretend we are worlds apart
Yet still intertwined in each others hearts
Feel my heart
Beat after beat
Your smile
Is one of my greatest treats
Now continue to hold my hand some more
And drift off in this other land we both adore
Worlds of marvel
Streets of gold
A place in which we will never grow old
This new world is small
But it is all we need
A world just built for you and me
Feast of wonder
The city of sin
You will be the greatest of all your friends
You will have to want no more
Cause everything is given, and you don't have to work for it
Everything you ever dreamed
I have for you
This is real, or so it seems
So now you can let go of my hand
And experience all the wonders of hell
You got everything you ever dreamed
Each deadly sin you committed indeed
No longer do you need my guide
Because you are here
It's your turn to cry
Are you scared now?
I bet you are
You are wondering around dazed
Looking at the stars
And who am I?
You could care the least
But why is it my company you wish to keep?
Greed & Gluttony
You want more and more
You over indulge in the things you adore
Anger & Envy
To say the least
You always have a problem when others accomplish great feats
Lust
You always hunger for the flesh
Don't care about what is on the inside
It is only the physical that impress
Pride
To afraid to admit your faults
Sloth
And out of all these other things
You think you will success will just come
You are lazy but expect the most
The way you got here
Is by all your doings
I didn't have to lead you
Because it was the things you were pursuing
Which made you follow this awful path
But I'm not complaining because you are mine at last
Another man to add to my den
No concern about others
And submerged in sin
My dear friend
Come with me
And let's pretend
Pretend we are worlds apart
Yet still intertwined in each others hearts
Feel my heart
Beat after beat
Your smile
Is one of my greatest treats
Now continue to hold my hand some more
And drift off in this other land we both adore
Worlds of marvel
Streets of gold
A place in which we will never grow old
This new world is small
But it is all we need
A world just built for you and me
Feast of wonder
The city of sin
You will be the greatest of all your friends
You will have to want no more
Cause everything is given, and you don't have to work for it
Everything you ever dreamed
I have for you
This is real, or so it seems
So now you can let go of my hand
And experience all the wonders of hell
You got everything you ever dreamed
Each deadly sin you committed indeed
No longer do you need my guide
Because you are here
It's your turn to cry
Are you scared now?
I bet you are
You are wondering around dazed
Looking at the stars
And who am I?
You could care the least
But why is it my company you wish to keep?
Greed & Gluttony
You want more and more
You over indulge in the things you adore
Anger & Envy
To say the least
You always have a problem when others accomplish great feats
Lust
You always hunger for the flesh
Don't care about what is on the inside
It is only the physical that impress
Pride
To afraid to admit your faults
Sloth
And out of all these other things
You think you will success will just come
You are lazy but expect the most
The way you got here
Is by all your doings
I didn't have to lead you
Because it was the things you were pursuing
Which made you follow this awful path
But I'm not complaining because you are mine at last
Another man to add to my den
No concern about others
And submerged in sin
Monday, June 3, 2013
Tomorrow
Beating heart
The pounding drum
Keeps me going
In the blazing sun
Overturn the shades of day
Keep on going
Trying to run away
Ice cold sweat
Trickling down
Yet I cannot quite hear the sounds
Running, Running, Running away
Trying to get to Tomorrow
So today can be Yesterday
Oh what promise Tomorrow holds
I must get there quickly before I turn old
Always running away from Today
Believing that what is ahead
Is so great
Yet never taking the time to appreciate this day
Cause I am running, running, running away
The pounding drum
Keeps me going
In the blazing sun
Overturn the shades of day
Keep on going
Trying to run away
Ice cold sweat
Trickling down
Yet I cannot quite hear the sounds
Running, Running, Running away
Trying to get to Tomorrow
So today can be Yesterday
Oh what promise Tomorrow holds
I must get there quickly before I turn old
Always running away from Today
Believing that what is ahead
Is so great
Yet never taking the time to appreciate this day
Cause I am running, running, running away
Weekly Challenge 8: Know Your Worth
How many people allow others to treat them any type of way at times??
I know that sometimes I allow this and it is very wrong. This weekly challenge will be short and brief, but basically I want you to know your worth!!
No one deserves to be mistreated by others.
No one deserves to be disrespected.
No one deserves to be taken advantage of.
No one deserves to be treated as though they are less than someone else.
If someone treats you in such away just extract them from your life.
Life is too short to drench yourself in a pool of negativity.
And at times we say that the people who do these things are our "friends" and they didn't mean it....but friends wouldn't treat you bad. Know your worth and stop selling yourself short!!!!
Have a nice day!!!
Wednesday, May 29, 2013
A New Beginning
Peaking over the mountain top
Gazing on the sea
Bringing warmth to all you touch
Making ice caps no longer freeze
Playing on the petals of flowers
Lighting up so many homes
Reminds me of a beacon of light
I seen so long ago
Slowly taking away the darkness
Imitating the heavens as I speak
A new day is beginning
As the sun rises to its peak
Gazing on the sea
Bringing warmth to all you touch
Making ice caps no longer freeze
Playing on the petals of flowers
Lighting up so many homes
Reminds me of a beacon of light
I seen so long ago
Slowly taking away the darkness
Imitating the heavens as I speak
A new day is beginning
As the sun rises to its peak
River of Tears
The weight of the world is heavy
So heavy that it crushes the soul
And soon the clouds that play in the sky
Begin to cry once more
Some benefit from this happening
While others face defeat
And the the river begins to be filled with tears
Tears that it is afraid to release
As the water continues to plummet down
The river can take no more
It soon releases those tears
It can't hold them in anymore
Poor river flowing with constant tears
Tears it wishes were no more
But the weight of the world is heavy indeed
So heavy it crushes the soul
So heavy that it crushes the soul
And soon the clouds that play in the sky
Begin to cry once more
Some benefit from this happening
While others face defeat
And the the river begins to be filled with tears
Tears that it is afraid to release
As the water continues to plummet down
The river can take no more
It soon releases those tears
It can't hold them in anymore
Poor river flowing with constant tears
Tears it wishes were no more
But the weight of the world is heavy indeed
So heavy it crushes the soul
Tuesday, May 28, 2013
Tick Tock
Tick Tock goes the clock
Tick and then the world is still
And I am lost in my thoughts
Trying to swallow this pill
As time has given me time to catch up
I quickly move away
I can't fathom why I have been blessed with this opportunity
And I wonder when it will go away
The world it seems so frozen
Everyone looks like porcelain dolls
Yet I slowly torment myself
With thoughts of being alone
So many smiles I will not see
So many years will be missed
I won't even get the opportunity
To feel my very first kiss
Tock goes the clock
And then the tick tocks resume
I can't imagine how life would be
If time would stand still for you
Monday, May 27, 2013
Weekly Challenge 7: Find out what Inspires you
This week, I would like everyone to think about what inspires them in life.
I know that I have been inspired by my family and even friends at times. But most importantly, I love reading quotes!!! Sometimes these quotes can help me get through the toughest times. I also remember a specific song that helped me make it through a hard time in my life. I will post it for you. Have a great week!!! :)
I know that I have been inspired by my family and even friends at times. But most importantly, I love reading quotes!!! Sometimes these quotes can help me get through the toughest times. I also remember a specific song that helped me make it through a hard time in my life. I will post it for you. Have a great week!!! :)
“Just know, when you truly want success, you’ll never give up on it. No matter how bad the situation may get.” - Unknown
“Accept responsibility for your life. Know that it is you who will get you where you want to go, no one else.” – Les Brown
“One of the most important keys to Success is having the discipline to do what you know you should do, even when you dont feel like doing it.” - Unknown
“Good things come to those who wait… greater things come to those who get off their ass and do anything to make it happen.” - Unknown
“Happiness cannot be traveled to, owned, earned, or worn. It is the spiritual experience of living every minute with love, grace & gratitude.” - Denis Waitley
“In order to succeed, your desire for success should be greater than your fear of failure.” – Bill Cosby
Friday, May 24, 2013
Standards
I tell myself you don't qualify
Because you don't have everything on my list
I say that you are kind
But you don't have that or this
I tell you that you're a great person
That is something we can't deny
I say that I have standards
And that is why you can't be my man
Standards
we all have them
But some are a little too high
We walk pass the nicest people
And say they don't qualify
We have in our head this imaginary list
And point out what others lack
Yet if someone did the same to us
We would want to break their neck
Nice body
CHECK
Nice personality
CHECK
And a nice bright smile.....
Those are things I love the most
They are things that make me smile
Respectful
CHECK
Goal oriented
CHECK
Compatible with me
I notice that we get along
And I have to speak with you before I go to sleep
As the list goes on
I notice that the check marks disappear
You are missing what I say I want
Yet I still hold you in my heart dear
So should I follow my standards
And get someone who meets my list so true
Or should I be happy
With someone like you
Standards
Standards
Standards
You don't qualify
But how could you ever cross the fence
If my standards are too high
If I had a million wishes
If I had a million wishes
And all of them would come true
I would take all of my wishes
And wish for things for you
If I had a million wishes
And I could hold your hand
I would wish you could feel my love
And know that it is really there
And all of them would come true
I would take all of my wishes
And wish for things for you
If I had a million wishes
And I could hold your hand
I would wish you could feel my love
And know that it is really there
Wednesday, May 22, 2013
Because I have a Sister
Because I have a sister
I shall always have a friend
And I didn't realize this
And I wish I would have known then
That no matter what, I have my sister
Through the constant smiles and frowns
She is my motivation
When life has me feeling down
Because I have a sister
I can't possibly be alone
Because even though we live in different places
I know her house is also my home
In her heart I will always be
In my heart she will be too
I love my sister
And I know she loves me too
No matter what ever happens
She will be there through thick and thin
And because I have a sister
I shall always have a friend
I shall always have a friend
And I didn't realize this
And I wish I would have known then
That no matter what, I have my sister
Through the constant smiles and frowns
She is my motivation
When life has me feeling down
Because I have a sister
I can't possibly be alone
Because even though we live in different places
I know her house is also my home
In her heart I will always be
In my heart she will be too
I love my sister
And I know she loves me too
No matter what ever happens
She will be there through thick and thin
And because I have a sister
I shall always have a friend
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