Tomorrow is a New Day...

Our day is almost over

time slowly moves itself on

emotions bounced off our walls

tomorrow hopefully more calm

Why does mad disruption come

filling up one's empty spot

can't peace become one's hopes

so ups and downs can't be thought

Thank God as new days do come

sun shines bright all through the day 

promise surely always there

faith can take the pain away

Keep the mind clear with hope

for pain shan't be forever

one has to believe with heart

without Him peace shall not come...

never

- Rhoda Galgiani

Mother and Son...

Dedicated to:

John Thomas Orokos, Son

January 5, 1962 ~ August 12, 1996

Today thoughts are with you

just like every day that passes

life is so harsh, but I know

you are in a better place with Him

Love,

Mom

Author's Note:

August as I told you is very difficult...

I can't wait for September 1st to come about...rg

True Love Never Dies...

Dedicated to:
Les A. Castellana
October 21, 1941 ~ August 9, 2019

Memories from the past
come to me all at once
from a simple phone call
a stranger is speaking

News is not very good
a loved one now has passed
not a family member
past love from long ago

Past visions come a breast
thoughts penetrate the mind
calm is present as a
lone tear is sadly shed

Loving you was a joy
our bond is forever
parting was sweet sorrow
but our hearts never died...

am with you in spirit
my 'Boogie Bear'


- Rhoda Galgiani

Time...

Dedicated to Dad ~
a Cattle Rancher:

Robert E. Galgiani

May 22, 1911 ~ May 26, 1990

Time moves swiftly

one minute here

next minute gone

lost time is near

Use time wisely

never can stack

hands spin forward

lost time you lack

Learned long ago

be smart with time

for minutes gone

are lost not mine

Dad very wise

taught about time

early years blessed

memories mine

- Rhoda Galgiani

Warmth ~ haiku

warmth touches the stems

bright light enhances the growth

dark vines disappear

- 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

Life Goes On...

Sometimes as the

calendar pages turn

memories come about

August is hard

It seems so many

things happened in

the warm month

of August

I was born

I was married

I lost my son

but life goes on

One thing good

September 1st came

my youngest daughter

Patti Ann was born

So see hurt can

be repaired yearly

for after August

comes September...

Love to you all,

Rhoda =0)

Time Doesn't Always Heal...

Memories of You...
August 1, 1959 ~ August 1, 2019

Sixty years today

would have been my

wedding anniversary...

But, it isn't

that's for sure

for life took its turn...

Thirty eight years ago

we divorced didn't see

changes, was blind to it all...

But, it is what it is

for we can't always

have it our way...

In spite of my divorce

my love still remains

Sixty years has passed...

time has never erased my pain

- Rhoda Galgiani

Authors' Note:

I was married August 1, 1959 to a man I will always respect.

Separated September1981 ~ Divorced May 30, 1983.

Although we went our separate ways the pain never left me.

Yes, I can say I am single and Ok for that is what I have to be.

The love in my heart shall always remain because he never

left my soul. To those who read me and maybe carry your

own pain as the calendar pages pass, my heart is with

you as I hope your heart is with me...rg

His Spirit...

Holy spirit touched me

lift that rose me high

glory filled my being

never to question why

Alone for today

tomorrow will fulfill

never have to worry

for His way is thy will

Clouded thoughts come and go

mind says think clearly now

let's not ruin the day

His spirit won't allow

Faith in Him is the word

prevalent in thy heart

His love forever there

the moment life did start

- Rhoda Galgiani

Busy, Busy and Busy Again!

Busy, Busy, Busy!!!

Thoughts can go

through ones mind

as the day becomes

quiet and settling

From nine to five
all around is a buss

with the hustle and

bustle of daily life

Many of the people

rush to complete their

day and chores only to

rush again once more

This is life today

as hurried as we are

slowing down doesn't

seem to work - 

I'll try again tomorrow

- Rhoda Galgiani

Organize!

Let's start at the computer...

Crossing the meadow

sun to ones back

flowers to the left

stream to the right

Pleasure and peace

comes to ones being

worries set aside

calm begins to build

Peaceful moment

is the key to ones joy

all seems right 

in the conflicted world

Life is organized

all in its rightful place

no concern or guilt

for control is formed

Taking time to adjust

is an important feat

for without organization

one will flounder through...

a short lived life

- Rhoda Galgiani

Gossip...

Some can't stand confidence...

People who gossip

should feel its shame

what is the point

why place hated blame

People who gossip

should hold their tongues

why spread their hate

to all and everyone

People who gossip

should ask forgiveness

not from me but Him

for you shall be blessed

- Rhoda Galgiani

Day at Rest ~ haiku

today gives us break

heat is down and is cooler

mother nature rests

- 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

Same Old...

Morning has come

do same old chores

feed the kitties

rinse the food can

Plug in coffee

cup on counter

add sweet & low

go sit in chair

Go to bathroom

back to kitchen

coffee now done

add the creamer

Sit in the chair

coffee now waits

for me to sip

needs to cool down

Turn on TV

nothing is new

turn off TV

look out window...

view same old day!!!

 Rhoda Galgiani

Heat is On ~ haiku

with her heat and all...

heat is upon us

covering the whole country

mother nature's hot

- 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

Friendship...

Dedicated to My Neighbor and Friend:
Michael Smith

Friends come at right moments

when one least expects it

they show up supportive

speaking a word or two

One starts to opens up

to the one who listens

comfort fills the sad heart

acceptance enhances

Everyone needs someone

maybe not every day

but, not to feel empty

friends are really needed

Cherish your close knit friends

they are always with you

as you for them also

a beautiful friendship...

solid as a family

- Rhoda Galgiani

Seasons

Our Four Seasons

Winter days are just memories

as warm day shall be also

thoughts of the seasons that pass

sketch memories that linger 

Streams of sunlight beam downward

touch surface of the cool earth

all long for growth to flourish

winter lasted way too long

Summer is hot and humid

grand for some hot for others

soon will pass and fall will come

beauty of foliage consumes... 

heart shall be happy again

- Rhoda Galgiani

Chatty Girls...

Listening is difficult

as all can voice opinions

mostly at the same moment

then it's suddenly quiet

So it goes in the girls group

sitting outside in the shade

then the chat starts up again

all speaking at the same time

To maintain a quiet mode

takes practice and good control

doesn't work for all of us

we try again and again

Tomorrow is a new day

the practice will continue

again quiet will not work

for we all are chatty girls...

but, with nothing much to say!!!

- Rhoda Galgiani

Let's Roll ~ haiku

mountain trail goes up

all who climbs the hill gains strength

then let's roll back down

- 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

Nature Knows ~ haiku

quiet is the day

movement outside is asleep

nature knows to rest

- 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

Time Passes

Time moves slowly

along the shore

takes a moment

is there no more

Second hand spins

quiet speed

around it goes

answers times need

Morning til dark

time does move on

too fast sometimes

day is now gone

Use time wisely

does not return

moments are lost

lessons to learn

- Rhoda Galgiani

Old Age...

Having nothing good to say

remarks from mouth are sour

always negative outlook

towards people who surround

Why can't words be more gentle

care about others feelings

give another compliment

instead of hateful comment

But, the comment isn't said

to one who has walked away

words said to those who remain
within group that are seated

Why must people be hateful

do they not respect themselves

voices that are negative
 shows no respect for people...

old age has hardened their mouth

- Rhoda Galgiani

Completes Chosen Path

One who takes a chance

grows within himself

darkness overwhelmed

light now enhances

Dark doesn't become

as shadows cast spells

one who rids with light

becomes enlightened

Loneliness doesn't

fulfill life one needs

smiles are now erased

heart empty and lost

Eyes fill with promise

truth is before all

walk journey of faith

completes chosen path...

that He and You will walk

- Rhoda Galgiani