Sun Takes Nap...

gloomy is the day

sun takes nap all is quiet

tomorrow might wake

- Rhoda Galgiani 

Author's Note:

haiku a Japanese Form of Poetry

subject is always about nature

3 lines: 1st 5 syllables, 2nd 7 syllables, 3rd 5 syllables

Positive Reality...

The New Year
is just around the corner

with the right thoughts

and correct planning
all will be on the right path

Sometimes we hit a boulder
brings us to a blunt halt
but, with faith all turns around
we continue in the right direction

With the world as it is
it is necessary to think positive
what else can we do
if we want our lives bright

So...New Year's is coming
I have thoughts about changes
I am going to be strong
and bring my thoughts to reality...

isn't that what faith is all about?

- Rhoda Galgiani

Merry Christmas 2019

Gracie 11 1/2 years old

Merry Christmas 

from 

'the girls'

Gracie and Ginger

(oh, Rhoda too!)

Ginger 2 years old

Sending Warmest Holiday Greetings
with Wishes for a Healthy New Year

Expressions Poetry Journal

Perspective ~ haiku

peace in the valley

calm in the massive mountains

secure your own yard

- Rhoda Galgiani 

Author's Note:

haiku a Japanese Form of Poetry

subject is always about nature

3 lines: 1st 5 syllables, 2nd 7 syllables, 3rd 5 syllables

He is Born...

Born in a manger

where all lambs lay

wrapped in a blanket

Mary gave birth this day

Angles adore Him

blessed those who view

our Baby Jesus

born for me and you

God sent Him to us

saving the world today

prayers are heard by all

on this glorious...

Christmas Day

- Rhoda Galgiani

Open Eyes...

Pause just a moment

peace will come within

let's all slow down

don't run on a whim

Take time to regroup

plan comes into view

one step at a time

brings comfort to you

All's a rush today

with shopping and such

take a slow step back

don't have to run much

Seek love around you

some it leaves to fast

open eyes to others

consume so it will last

- Rhoda Galgiani

Peace...

Peace an important part of life

some experience it daily

others it doesn't come their way

they question this as to why

Sometimes we have to develop peace

within our own realm of life
it take calm positive thinking
good patience also is the key

Many take their life for granted
expect all to come their way
always the good and not the bad
but life may not work on that day

We must develop positive ground
and practice good around us
we must stay upbeat concur doubt
and gain faith that's needed to...

endure the world that contains us

- Rhoda Galgiani 

Rain ~ haiku

rain cold ground calls you

sun awaits wet nourished growth

roots now long for spring

- Rhoda Galgiani

Author's Note:

haiku a Japanese Form of Poetry

subject is always about nature

3 lines: 1st 5 syllables, 2nd 7 syllables, 3rd 5 syllables

Christmas Time...

Movement all around

people doing their thing

chores need to be done

music in the air does ring

Busy shopping for gifts

as holiday soon will come

happy time for all

sad maybe for some

Christmas just around the corner
so much for all to get done
spread happiness and cheer
Christmas smiles to everyone

Soon evening sun will set

day will end on time

all will be noticeably quiet 

settle down enjoy ones rhyme

- Rhoda Galgiani

One Day at a Time...

Illness can touch us all

suddenly unexpected

as news hits the ears

from an medical expert

Some take the news hard

others with a grain of salt

and work with the expert

who diagnosed the patient

As we age our bodies change

this is to be expected

sometimes it is hard to take

but, with faith all will be well

With today medicine and care

and with a good mental attitude

one can go through bodily changes

with grace and peace of mind...

that is what I am doing upon

being diagnosed with A-Fib...

- Rhoda Galgiani

Author's Note:
Atrail fibrillation is a heart condition within the chamber of the heart. As the heart pumps the blood the issue is compromised with an unsteady movement which can cause blood clots and stroke...hmmm, not really an accurate description but, you get the idea...rg

(Got this with a Google search...)
Atrial fibrillation is an irregular and often rapid heart rate that occurs when the two upper chambers of your heart experience chaotic electrical signals. The result is a fast and irregular heart...rg

Authors Note: 12-24-19
Went to the Heart Dr. today and the meds I was put on for the A-Fib are working just fine. I am to wear a heart monitor for 2 wks and then go back the end of January. I am feeling just fine and I am confident with my heart Dr. ...what a great Dr. he is...rg 

Snow Day...

Gaze out my window

snow fall fluffy light

another cold day

winter a delight

Time passes quickly

but will take it slow

one day at a time

winter long time go

Birds at the feeder

chirping happily

someone cares for them

the way it should be

Another day goes by

sun comes out on snow

ok by me for today

I'm home no where to go

- Rhoda Galgiani

If...

          If I can’t see

      how can I witness the beauty that surrounds me?

      If I can’t hear

      how can I be entertained by the sounds of nature?

      If I can’t speak

      how can my voice of silence say thank you?

                               For the blessings
                     I receive everyday ~ from Him

                             - Rhoda Galgiani

Cool Dawn ~ haiku

cool is morning dawn

brings another day of chill

cold days pass slowly

- Rhoda Galgiani

Author's Note:

haiku a Japanese Form of Poetry

subject is always about nature

3 lines: 1st 5 syllables, 2nd 7 syllables, 3rd 5 syllables

Her Passing...

Dedicated to: Richie Johnson

Upon the passing of his Sister

Caroline Leclair

Passing is difficult

full of emotion

full of loss

full of pain

We all have to pause

take time to compose

take time to console

take time to regroup

Somehow we manage

grow ever stronger

grow calm within

grow positive...

for that is what

He teaches us

- Rhoda Galgiani

Fist Hug ~ Pass It On...

I don't like the

fist bump!
 I give the

fist 'hug'...

pass it on!

Hugs from 

Rhoda

Today...

Beautiful Fall Day

Clouds here today

their back to say

it is my way

Gloomy and dark

rain lost its lark

leaves have no spark

Tomorrow brighter pace

rain moves out with grace

sun may show it face...

hooray!

- Rhoda Galgiani

Goodbye November...

Last day of November

the seasons pass so fast

Christmas around the corner

holidays don't seem to last

Looking forward to Spring

love beautiful flowers

along ways off it seems

can't wait will count the hours

Peace can be a joy for some

calm overtakes the mind

seasons complete one's life

His blessings always sublime

- Rhoda Galgiani

Thanksgiving Blessings

Happy Thanksgiving

to All 'Expression' Readers

May Your Day be Full of

Health and Happiness 

Hugs from,

Rhoda, Gracie and Sissy

Holidays...

Soon the bird

will be baking

all the fixings

will be ready

Everyone excited

grand day for all

happy time

of the year

Christmas 

just around the corner

lots of shopping

for all to do...

Friend and I
going to the Diner
love being waited on...

upon being retired

- Rhoda Galgiani

It Seems Today!!!

To All Young Men...Thank You

Manners are rare today
oh, maybe between two
but not much otherwise

People seem to busy

can't find a kind moment

to speak to another

Simple words of 'thank you'
just isn't heard much
manners seem to be lost

But, I have now noticed
being an old senior
young men have held the door...

their Mother's raised them right!!!

- Rhoda Galgiani 

Maggie...

Dedicated to: Maggie

Met a young lady

at McDonald's yesterday

she was working on

computer did it her way

Nice conversation

told her of 'Expressions' site

she seemed all excited

supportive made me feel right

So nice to speak to her

but, she had broke her toe

now taking it easy

resting is her way to go...

a young lady named Maggie

- Rhoda Galgiani