Tag Archives: struggle

Singing Bird

Posted on October 13, 2022 by William Wayne Smith

Every dream has been shattered.I want to be free from the anguish.As I struggle to understand,I walk to the window and stare. A bird was singing in the garden.It saw my hand and flew away.I drove away its beautiful song.Nothing … Continue reading →

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Racing

Posted on August 20, 2021 by William Wayne Smith

The days make sense again I have been running into the future,At every turn I find new struggles.I meet them head-on undeterred. As I ran this endless race,I found my true history. My stories have been all wrong.Every phrase had … Continue reading →

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A Garden

Posted on July 19, 2016 by William Wayne Smith

Long ago, God walked through a garden. Its residents were happy to care for nature. They protected the health of it all. For years this happy life continued. Beauty ruled under the stars. Flowers spread in endless colors. Birds danced … Continue reading →

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Far Above

Posted on June 30, 2013 by William Wayne Smith

I was far above the world. I didn’t expect this new perspective. I was enthralled by the beauty around me. The houses below were like a model railroad. I could see the clouds from a new angle. My breath was … Continue reading →

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