Jerry's Poetic Gallery Page Two

The Beauty of the World

God has blest us with such wondrous beauty. This section expresses appreciation of it.


Autumn Dusk

The sun has now set on a beautiful day.
Night is falling across the land.
A cool autumn breeze is in the air.
The Lord made this night with His own Hand.

The evening star shines bright in the sky.
The smell of fallen leaves fills the air.
A most serene feeling comes over me
when I behold the beauty of this dusk so fair.


Beautiful Night of the Full Moon

The sun has now set on a beautiful day.
The shades of night have established their presence.
I look to the east to behold with my own eyes
that the full moon is rising with awesome luminescence.

The full moon shines its light all over the land.
It's part of God's way to make His presence known.
My eyes behold such luminescent beauty.
It's worth more to me than anything I own.

When I see the full moon, I feel so serene.
Such awesome beauty makes life worth while.
On this beautiful night of the full moon above,
nowhere would I rather be than sitting outside.


Quiet Evening on the Beach

I sit here on the beach this lovely evening
and watch the sun sink into the sea.
The beautiful ocean is crystal clear
and spans as far as the eye can see.

The tide possesses such wondrous beauty
and a peaceful sound as it rushes to shore.
A smile is on my face as I behold
such awesome beauty that the world has in store.

A tranquil feeling comes over me
as I spend this quiet evening on the beach.
The worries of the world don't matter to me
as I spend this quiet evening on the beach.


The Early Morning

The shades of night are passing away.
The sun will soon rise to greet another day.
Dawn's early light shines bright in the east.
It gives my eyes a delicious feast.
The morning star is shining so bright
To lead the way for bright sunlight.
The birds fill the air with their beautiful song.
Their song will keep me happy all the day long.
The sun is now beginning to rise.
I see its wondrous beauty with my own eyes
As it shines its light all over the land.
God made this beauty with His own hand.
The dew is sparkling like diamonds on the grass.
What an awesome way to know that night has now past!
I am so happy that I woke up today
For I have seen the early morning in such wondrous display.



Quiet Night, Lovely Night

As I sit outside on this lovely night,
The sky is clear and full of stars.
The air is crisp and comfortable.
No unwanted noise can be heard from afar.

How I love to bask in this awesome beauty!
A night like this is good for the soul.
How can I be uptight from the cares of the world
In the midst of the sight that I behold?

I feel so at ease on this lovely night.
Such a perfect way to forget your cares.
I can feel God's presence coming over me
As I sit in the midst of this night so fair.


A Walk Through Midnight*

My soul is filled with sweet delight
As I walk through the beautiful midnight
No better way to rest from my cares
Than to walk in the midst of its quiet splendor.

My heart is filled with quiet peacefulness
As along this moonlight path I walk
The stars twinkling in the darkness of night
Bringing pleasure and delight to my spirit.


*Written with my good friend Floreann Cawley.

Tribute Poems

This is where I pay tribute to favorite entertainers.


My Tribute to Elvis

O King of Rock and Roll, so worthy of your crown.
When I hear you sing, it always makes me smile.
With a sound and style you called your very own,
just to hear you sing makes my life worthwhile.
It gives me comfort when the world gets too cold.
It picks me up when I feel so blue.
It always makes the world much brighter
when I hear the music that only you could do.
When I hear you sing with such great feeling,
the worries of the world mean nothing to me.
When I hear you sing sweet words of love,
a peaceful feeling comes over me.
Thank you so much for the wonderful music.
It always makes me feel right at home.
Thank you so much for the wonderful music.
It means more to me than you could have ever known.


My Tribute to Jim Morrison

O Lizard King, with such awesome talent.
How it cleanses my soul when I hear you sing
and when I read your gems of mystic verse.
With a legendary band that you called the Doors,
you conquered the world with an ageless tune.
The poetic muse that flows through your songs
is truly an inspiration to me.
It takes me away to far away lands
where anything is possible.
It makes me smile when I'm feeling down.
Thank you so much for the wonderful music
and for the legacy that you left behind.
Thank you so much for the wonderful music.
It's worth more to me than words can say.

Poems of Thought and Emotion

This section of the gallery expresses a wide range of thoughts and feelings.


The American Way

Let us pledge our allegiance as they raise the flag.
Let us be ever mindful that it stands for freedom.
Let us fondly remember those who went to war
And gave their lives that we may sing of freedom.

Let us give support to the leaders of our land
And the work that they do to make our country great.
Let us know that they strive to do what's right
For every citizen in this land so great.

Let us not be ashamed of our nation's heritage
But always stand behind the American way.
May we ever be proud to live in this great nation
For this truly is the American way.


The Friday House

Another work week has come and gone
And you're looking for a way to unwind.
I know a good place called the Friday House
And it's just what you have in mind.
This place has everything you could possibly want.
All kinds of fun and amusement.
With good fun and games for everyone,
You'll be free from all sense of bemusement.
There's plenty food and drink for everyone
With friendly faces to greet you.
People having fun out on the dance floor
And everyone there wants to meet you.
Let's all go down to the Friday House
And leave our troubles at the door.
We'll have a good time at the Friday House
And be free from the world once more.


Something to Think About

I can't understand just why it is
That hurting people fills your heart with such joy
Nor why you think that it makes you look cool.

Just what kind of reward do you expect to receive
From the heartache and pain that you inflict on people?
Just what kind of greatness do expect to achieve
From the misery that you deliberately cause?

One day, you'll learn the awful truth
When people all around are laughing at you
And you can't find a friend to listen to you
Unless you see that you are wrong
And start to show a little kindness and caring.


Other People's Matters

I can't understand the reason why
You always must pry into other people's matters
To interfere where you don't belong
And judge everyone by your own arrogance.
Always acting like you know everything
And that everyone must answer to you.
Always condemning, though you do not know
The situations of the people you judge.
Throwing stones to injure their souls
Just because you think you're better than them.
Always more eager to criticize
Than to lend a person a helping hand.
Always too busy trying to change people
To consider the flaws of your own character.
I will not let you control my life
For you have no right to tell me who to be.
Let me suggest that you get a life
Apart from prying into other people's matters.


Have I No Right?

Have I no right to my own opinion
Of anything that life has to offer?
Why do people like to tell me I'm wrong
Every time I don't think like they do?

Have I no right to make my own choices
Or do anything that makes me happy?
Why do people like to criticize me
Every time I don't do what they do?

I'm sick and tired of this senseless garbage
It makes me mad to be done this way
Why don't these people just get their own lives
And stop telling me what to say, do and think?


Two People in Peril

A precious lady sits next to me
Both of us tightly bound and gagged
We sit alone, restrained and silenced
Both of us frightened by our situation
But still, we must remain calm

What did we do to deserve this?
Why do we have to sit in such fear?
I especially hate to see her in this mess
Because of how much I care for her

We're going to get free somehow
And be where no one will harm us
We won't give in to our fear
But do everything we can to escape
And once again live in peace & safety

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Jerry's Poetic Gallery: In Praise of The Lord

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