She who rocks the babies
also holds the world,
shelters the future within
her arms.

Her soft humming
of lullabies
echoes those of the past
and stretches
into those of the future,
linking each and every generation,
entwining all together,
lacing together the past
and the future.

Her soft-spoken voice
echoes
in the minds of all,
ringing
in the ears
of children
and world leaders.

She's the ever-present
everlasting guardian.

She answers to
Mom,
Mother,
and Mommy.

- Hannah Jo, 2009

Labels: baby, family, life, love, lullaby, Mom, Mommy, Mother, poetry

This feeling springs
unbidden.
Flurries within my chest,
giddiness unknown.

I learned my lesson
once already.
Or so I thought.

But it seems
that the world is full
of bright, shining stars.
Intelligent and wonderful
you.

The world is bubbling with men
who are
willing to treat me right
and I,

I cannot deal with it.

- Hannah Jo, 2009

Labels: fear, hurt, life, love, men

1. When I heard that song on the radio I couldn't help but think of you again. Just like always.

2. A friend's helping hand is the best medicine.

3. It's late, but I know that I will answer the ringing telephone. Just like I do every night, despite what I say. I can't fight you.

4. You have control over me now, as you once did. Guess you'll have that power forever and always.

5. My eyes have seen the writing on the wall. Your betrayal is staring me in the face. Just like the barrel of my 10mm is staring at yours.

6. I know the truth now and am finally able to walk away without a second thought. And someday, I'll be able to love just as strongly.

7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to celebrating our country's independence , tomorrow my plans include speaking at a TEA Party and Sunday, I want to sleep!

Labels: fill-in, friday, life