Category Archives: Poetry

Poems by William Smith

Blossoms

Posted on April 22, 2022 by William Wayne Smith

As the master watches,colorful blossoms fill the garden. He works with his hands.He keeps his tools sharp.That long-ago apprenticenow teaches his lessons to me.Every day, my wisdom grows. In the afternoon, it is time to rest.I have done my duties.I … Continue reading →

Posted in Poetry | Tagged , , , , , | Leave a comment

The Dream Fades

Posted on November 29, 2021 by William Wayne Smith

I slept lightly as the night passed. My bearings were lost in dreams too real.I awoke briefly and restarted the night. A new day will begin soon.The sun will rise above the edge of the sky.Stars will fade like the … Continue reading →

Posted in Poetry | Tagged , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

The Carnival

Posted on November 22, 2021 by William Wayne Smith

I’m walking through the carnival.The lights are too bright.The calliope is too loud.Clouds of smoke float by. I hold my head high.The night is not old yet.Now that the sky is dark,I can see the fireworks sparkle. I hear smooth … Continue reading →

Posted in Poetry | Tagged , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Light in the Darkness

Posted on November 15, 2021 by William Wayne Smith

The morning hours are approaching. As I reflect on the mysteries of life, I see a spark.Its light in the darkness brings forth a new life.The evanescent beauty had just begun. Each opening into the future has another trial.Each fire … Continue reading →

Posted in Poetry | Tagged , , , , , , | Leave a comment