Author Archives: William Wayne Smith

About William Wayne Smith

I'm a poet, library fan and maker.

The Night Sky

Posted on April 24, 2021 by William Wayne Smith

As the night sky went up,I saw the stars start to shine.In the dark, I don’t feel safe.Light is a sign of the truth. In the morning, I was waiting for hope.The clouds revealed the sun.I was happy for another … Continue reading →

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Breathing Deeply

Posted on April 3, 2021 by William Wayne Smith

My lungs are full.I breathe deeply today.I do not take it for granted. My family is torn apartby the growing distress.The neighbors we knoware not trying to understand. Everyone has been a teaseand they don’t like the story.I cannot explain … Continue reading →

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Beauty

Posted on February 12, 2021 by William Wayne Smith

Beauty. An objective quality.Beauty. A form complete and sound.Beauty. The reality is clear. Beauty. A subjective quality.Beauty. A vision surpassing expectations.Beauty. The feeling is clear. William Wayne Smith

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Twilight

Posted on February 5, 2021 by William Wayne Smith

The sinking sun was the last event of the day.The morning would begin with happy children.Their bright faces fill the city.They know their purpose and their destiny. The rising sun seemed like the one before.A reddish hue and a glorious … Continue reading →

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