It’s still all about love We all want to be loved Even when we do not act in a loving manner Even as the tears are shed And the stinging words Are said As we wait by the phone Longing to hear a ring Hoping the voice on the other end will sing Sing and chime notes of goodness
It’s still all about love And some other stuff Even as the sexes battle And the hormones rage The money earned Bills paid and unpaid Babies crying Friends and family dying Dinner ready Can’t seem to rock steady We all want to be loved still
Hoping and praying Believing that we know what God is saying Not hearing what He has been whispering Not sensing what echoes Not seeing what’s more than obvious Or at least it should be Desperation is the mask Deception Doubt Destruction Hate-where is the love We must all be brought to task
It’s still all about love and some other stuff Other stuff that we step into Walk in (Did I say step in?) Beg for-lie for Die for-sell out for Settle for and call love The other stuff Which we say Will do Must do We just gotta do The other stuff That disappears
It’s still all about love And some other stuff Feeling? Choice? Decision? Work? Effort? Openness and willingness God help us God show us God love us He does already He already does
Read more in my collection of poetry, It’s Still All About Love and Some Other STUFF. This collection is dedicated to love and the search for more. You’ll smile and maybe shed a tear as you read this book. You’ll want to share it with others. Available on Amazon and every where books are sold https://www.amazon.com/dp/1436392969 .
Journaling is GOOD for you! Journaling relieves stress, is a way to track goals, make to-do lists, enhance your writing & communication skills, express your creativity, and so much more. Buy one, two, or more of my blank journals today for yourself, family, and friends. Once you place your order, contact me at terry@yeswithpes.com to get a FREE gift—a PDF with 31 Writing Prompts!!! Each journal theme has a special set of prompts. Happy Writing!!! Thanks for your support!!!
We are quickly entering the 3rd quarter of 2021, the time for self-reflection is making a grand entrance. Cries of coulda, woulda, shoulda, along with courageous declarations of, this time I can, I will, and I must, echo in our hearts, minds, and souls. One of those declarations might just involve you telling a story or delivering a message to the world. Do you have a story to tell? Have you ever thought about writing a book? Do you have an idea for a book? Have you started writing and now you are stuck? Did you finish a writing project and now either you are afraid to share it or you don’t know where to go from there?
I’ve enjoyed reading and writing ever since I was a young girl. Reading was such a vivid adventure for me. I was overjoyed when my daughter first started reading, from turning pages, following along from left to right, identifying letters, sounds, sounding out and defining words, to bringing it all together. I knew she had it when she was about 5 or 6 years old and she told me reading was like watching a movie. Reading and writing go together in countless ways and I have been fortunate to live my life choosing, using, sharpening, and sharing this perfect combination. From my days of writing in a diary as a young girl; beginning to write poetry and stories as a teen; earning a degree in Mass Media Communications; working in the field of journalism as a magazine editor; teaching reading & writing; forming book clubs; writing groups; becoming a published author; and writing in a journal even now, writing has been and continues to be my source of self-expression for personal inspiration, teaching, growth, and overall joy. Go for it! Think it! Write it! Live it!
Think It!
Write down any thoughts you have about writing. You may have a list of topics, phrases, paragraphs, or pages. Your thoughts may be relaxing in a journal; hiding on the back of an envelope for a bill you received in the mail; or attempting to leap from the store receipt tucked in your pocket or purse. Whether your thoughts are stashed away in a manila folder or saved on a flash drive, now is the time to uncover and bring out all your treasures. Gather your stacks of thoughts and take everything to the next stage.
Write It!
Go ahead choose a direction and begin to write. You have your topic, maybe even a title for this project, so write. Write daily, every other day, weekly, monthly, or however and whenever your story or message flows. Write it out long hand on a note pad or type it out on your laptop, whichever method is comfortable for you and will then catapult you into getting your thoughts out of your head and down on paper. This is another step closer to the manifestation of your book. Remember, to go with the flow, revising and editing will come later and will be plentiful.
Live It!
Begin exploring and selecting a format for your book, print, e-book, or audio. Investigating printers, publishing outlets, traditional, self-publishing, subsidiary, and more will add to you tasting the reality of your dream come true. Finding out about copyright, ISBNs, barcodes, and registering your book adds to the excitement. Finishing, marketing, promoting, and selling your book is rewarding and contagious. Once you write one book you’ll be driven to write another one and another one.
Yes, it’s your turn to take it to your next level. Your writing and publishing journey is a personalized one. In your admiration for other published authors of international, national, local, or neighborhood fame, know that Yes, You Can Write Your Book, Too!
Terry Ann Williams-Richard is an author, educator, book writing coach and founder of Personalized Educational Services, LLC.. You can contact her at terry@yeswithpes.com to request a FREE copy of Your Personal Writing & BookPublishing Plan (Parts I & II) Checklist. For a list of her books or for more information log on to https://yeswithpes.com/my-books/ . You can also go like her on Facebook Personalized Educational Services, LLC
It’s Here…A brightly colored, positive poster, with a credo, full of affirmations. Get this poster to hang in your young scholar’s bedroom, your family room, office, classroom, church, community center, library, and more. Encourage young scholars to believe in their own success. “I am right where I belong!” (11″ x 17″ laminated)
IT’S HERE!!! A beautiful drawstring bag for your young scholar. Perfect to carry your copy of the “Just Call Me Scholar” book and the soon-to-be released coloring book & activity pages. Your young scholar can also use this bag for a sleepover, a trip to the library, a day out around town, to a festival, on a family outing, or just because. Older scholars might like it as a gym bag or to carry a book, journal, or tablet. “My future is bright, Just Call Me Scholar!”
Yes, You Can Help Your Child Succeed in Learning & in Life! Parent and Child Journal is an excellent educational resource. There are activities for both parent & child as they take another step together in the journey to succeed in learning and in life. Character Building, Academic Enrichment, Career Exploration, and Developing a Plan are the areas covered in this easy-to-follow workbook format.
Do You Want to Love and Be Loved? Everybody wants to love and be loved. Here’s a collection of poetry dedicated to love and the search for more. You’ll smile and maybe shed a tear as you read this book. You’ll want to share it with others.
You’ll read poems from three LOVE sections: Love: Family, Friends and Just Plain Living—Family, friends, and living blesses us with love that helps us weather the storms of life and enjoy the sunshine even more. Love: Romance and Some Other Stuff—Infatuation, giggles, heartbreak, courtships, passion and honeymooning represent something we long for and simply won’t do without. Love: Gods Love and Abundant Life—The greatest love comes from God. Life lessons are best understood filtered through His unconditional love. Each poem tells its own story, leaving its mark on your soul.
Daily Meditations for Success in Learning in the Classroom & Beyond: 40 Days of Rhymes, Reflections, and Resources to Inspire and Motivate Students is a collection of 40 daily motivational rhymes revolving around the affirmations and thoughts that can and will lead to greater success in learning. This book is divided into five sections: Preparing, Participating, Paying Attention, Practicing, and Resources. Messages are written as catchy rhymes. The learner is guided through writing personal reflections, setting goals, and creating an action plan. This is a learning playbook. It’s a guide to discover the thoughts behind a student’s motivation to learn. Get ready to explore!
Just Call Me Scholar is an illustrated inspirational poem, celebrating our girls and boys and encouraging them to shine. “I am articulate, brilliant, courageous, determined, empowered and free. People often wonder what they should call me. Just Call Me Scholar!” The bright, bold illustrations and positive rhymes make a great family read aloud to celebrate young scholars everywhere. Join the celebration!
Just Call Me Scholar is a children’s picture book (ages 3 – 8).
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