Happiness...

Dedicated to a Neighbor
'Who Wants to Read Something Happy'...
I Tried!!!

Happiness is to be put before us

sadness is to be put away

smiles shall caress our faces

to bring joy to some let's say

Unexpected events shall come again

it is up to us to mourn as we know

for all who leave us would want to say

carry on with a smile unafraid to show

Life is good if we choose it to be

grateful for our blessings from Him

blue skies above show us the way

heaven's path is our forever win

Love is shared by those so sweet

moments of kindness - a gentle hello

brings us glory today if we let it

feelings many of us will not let go

- Rhoda Galgiani

Stand Up to Hate...

Las Vegas, NV

Now is the time to band together

whether it be at home or away

America has changed drastically -

who and what is America today

As a proud World War II Baby

I remember the innocent violence

and remember warnings from the Police

not beatings, not killings all around us

Las Vegas - my home away from home

sadly I watch the news about the Strip

and the horrible killings that took place

an unknown, a 'lone wolf' - shooting

People today seem to lose it

maybe too much pressure or news

on television or violence in movies -

I don't know, I just know America

today is a place that became...

our living hell

- Rhoda Galgiani

Our Brother, Ed!

Ed's Freedom...

Together we come in a circle of friendship

we chat, laugh, sometimes shed a tear

but, overall we're a group of togetherness

Sometimes our chats get loud and yes,

sometimes chats spoken softly with thought

but, mostly they're talks of a simple nature

The other day one of us has left

suddenly without warning gone to the wind

not a believer - our faith knows he is with Him

Saddened friends left behind remember

his silly ways, his stubborn ways, yes, his ways!

You could take him or leave him...

we chose to take him with unconditional love

Dedicated to:

Ed 'Sam' Hennessy

February 25, 1936 ~ September 24, 2017

- Rhoda Galgiani

Believe...

Blessings comes to those who believe

believe, you say?

yes, believe as you see it

Many beliefs come in their own way

is it right?

yes, if it is what you choose

Faith is so important to us

this gives us hope?

yes, Faith is Trust

Let us have Faith

it gives us Hope

as we carry Strength to...

Just Believe

 - Rhoda Galgiani

Time...

Time moves in mysterious ways
sometimes slow, sometimes fast
gone forever as hands flow
maybe to a dimension not desired

Time from its beginning controls
without one to ask it is there
shows us the minutes, the hours
of our lives that guides our path

Time replenishes our desires
renews our thoughts and wishes
for our time may be a healer
or perhaps one's sentence

Time can be a friend if one allows
when one chooses wisely their destiny
thoughts disarrayed may be aliened
to show one respect that is justified...

this is solely promised

- Rhoda Galgiani

A Fun Labor Day Picnic...

Friends come together with special comfort

fun day of enjoyment fun day of peace

all minds don't wander for they are steady

the hearts are joyous within their release

Day of warmth with a breeze or two

whisks away any ill odor and thought

to bring pleasure to those in company

taste lots of goodies someone brought

Great picnic we shared a glorious time

all full of laughs with smiles in our hearts

day remembered more to come next spring

neighbors with friends together from the very start

Happy Labor Day...

- Rhoda Galgiani

Upon Our Brows

Grace comes to those with a loving heart
as one waits for a moment to comprehend

the vision before them - the light of truth

shines in our eyes to complete their view

Our dreams a reality for those who believe
joy fills ones soul as it should for those

who carry His faith shall endure deeply

as written, as promised for it is our truth

Deliverance from Him the heart is lost
grace is gone for the promise now shallow

regain faith from the loving devine as the

light from above shines in all its glory -

upon our brows

- Rhoda Galgiani

Surround the Lonely Heart

Diamonds created from an uncut stone

buried within the earth’s surface, 

once found they are cut and shaped

with facets of purity

Rare is the diamond that sparkles

with a magnitude of brilliance, 

catches a sad eye for clarity

with hues that glow - blinding

Diamonds fill the heart - the purest

of love is given as the soul surrounds

its glow with depth, to bring a moment

of silence to the heart that feels

Rare is the substance that one takes

for granted, purity and love may be

shared as the diamond opens the heart

to the facets of life as gifts of love -

surround the lonely heart

- Rhoda Galgiani

Me!

Gently felt His touch this day
as I busily go on my way
grocery errands quickly to run
outside I feel His warm strong sun

Brightness filling a noonday rhyme
taking one along quickly in time
shopping needs to be swiftly done
caring for oneself - being one

Happiness fills this single heart
He guides my life from the start
need not to worry, fret or frown
never going to let life get down -
on me! 

- Rhoda Galgiani

Simplicity

suddenly, a touch brought
the frown to a smile
without warning the
stranger turned it around
epidemic now shall spread

- Rhoda Galgiani

Let Us Remember

Remembering My Children
 with Picture I Found Online

Remember family and its past

brings joy that fills the heart

Memories appear within the trees

stories that created colorful art

Feisty children and their pranks

they grew up so fast it seems

They played and ran everywhere

such joy they bring in dreams

One longs return to peaceful times

family laughed and enjoyed the fun

But, time moves on in different ways

remember ~ when we were joined as one

- Rhoda Galgiani

One Who Seeks...

Movement all around consumes

realizing a moment is not still

bring thoughts of structure

to the area at hand

Building a safe haven

a magnificent glory to all

for the shelter to ones soul

protects til heaven is reached

Sounds of nature consoles

confusion of a rushed world

to bring peace and comfort

to bring an ideal moment

A mind that wanders adds joy

gentle thoughts carry the body

through torn structures at hand

one who seeks peace is awakened

- Rhoda Galgiani

Solitary Life Complete

A kiss makes the heart young

again and wipe out the years

Moments of passion and love

will dry away the tears

Without love within the heart

one struggles with loneliness

Longing for one to come to thee

willing to hold and caress

Dreams forever remain in ones heart

for as long as the mind shall roam

Strength becomes lonely solitude

brings peace to ones single home

Without strength to withstand it all

one would fly in circles of defeat

They try to understand their world

to make their solitary life complete

- Rhoda Galgiani

Author’s Note:

First two lines from my fortune cookie...rg

Rejuvenation

Upon a journey my feet do troll

through mysterious paths of dreams

longing to regain a long lost soul

happiness found quickly it seems

Visual memories past through the mind

from many years lost long ago

emotions search the strength to be kind

peace returns although seems very slow

Flutters become a waiting heart

as thoughts consume days past

reality brightens the mind to start

one hears words of joy at last

Without past memories that do delight

they bring hope when days are grey

happiness stirs the heart just right

gives rejuvenation to all so they say

- Rhoda Galgiani

A Plan and Goal

Bright and sunny the day begins

young leaves twinkle in the light

Perfect day all will enjoy and win

comfort becomes the mood just right

Tomorrow predicts overcast with gloom

weather just can’t give us a break

Day will reminds us of a darkened doom

almost like going to the weathers wake

Let’s smile and feel happiness today

for it is what it is that touches our soul

He shares his rainbow for that’s His way

for He’s the one with a plan and a goal

- Rhoda Galgiani

My Beach Fantasy

 S untaned, brown, oiled and steamy

U nderwire tan lines giving sculpture and beauty

N ever ending longing for the salt and the sea

T ainted evil thoughts on a beach just for me

A lways ready to swim and not tell

N o ones business my love making is swell

- Rhoda Galgiani

Survival ~ Haiku

branches intertwine

confusion echoes within

tears ease grieving bark

- Rhoda Galgiani

Author's Note:

Haiku is a Japanese Form of Poetry

consisting of 3 lines with set syllable count

1st line = 5, 2nd line = 7, 3rd line = 5

Subject is about Nature only...rg

A Morning Ritual

Happy Birthday Gracie ~ Now 9 Years Old

You wake my senses with love and charm

as you caress my sleeping form

that brings me from a deep slumber 

you wake me to light of an early morn

Sleepy eyed I look at you

excitement stirs in your heart

knowing I am now awake

brightens your  kitty play to start

Each morning you come to me

paw touches my closed eye or cheek

some days you lean against my side

you find your own safe place to sleep

And, some morns I wake up on my own

I wonder if you forgot me that day

how silly am I for there you come

you hear me stir as I get up on my way -

my Gracie

- Rhoda Galgiani

Hoping for a Win-Win

Thoughts come in sort of a weary way

day gloomy but, summer will come someday

Tree limbs gliding with a windy breeze

refresh so sweetly all the young trees

Quite thought as mind moves along

emotional memories come in a song

Alone is thy self as life made her plan

pretend to draw dreams in long lost sand

Watch the movement of the daily grind

emotions come and go within the mind

Another day of peace and quiet again

this is life hoping for a blessed win-win

- Rhoda Galgiani

Awsome ~ Amazon Store Card Customer Rep

Speaking to a young lady today

as I tried to get an account number

straightened out - the moment

was inspiring just to listen to her

Completely knowledgeable

about the conversation that was

at hand she completed the

task with up most speed

Her manners were impeccable

her voice calm and comforting

as you can guess I didn’t have a

clue as to how to correct my issue

The young lady is Alexis from

FL state far from where I roam

I would love to meet her in person to

give her an old white lady 'fist hug’

Just to show you -

manners and common courtesy

 I am happy to say is not totally lost

to the general public after all...

- Rhoda Galgiani

Here Comes Summer...

I’s Ready...

Today the sun was bright

all well for the mind and body

it has been a long time coming as

one waited for the warmth to arrive

One can function in the cold with

bundles of garments that surrounded them

but, as the months pass one is ready to shed

ready to expose their outer shell to the sky

Today it came big, bright and fuller than the moon

whew we said, driving in our car to nowhere

as we remembered not of the months past but,

longing for the warmth to overtake our souls

Being human is hard for we jump here

and there as we search for our comfort

at first glance - the snowy cold is glorious

at first touch - the sun is what we longed for

that is until the temp goes to 95 degrees...

Ready? Here Comes Summer!

- Rhoda Galgiani

His Mysterious Ways...

One waits to be

included as they silently

move along -

Not a moment too soon

another calls to include

the one left behind -

God works in mysterious 

ways to take care of His own

doesn't He -

- Rhoda Galgiani

Confusion Rushes

Dark fear of an unknown place

crowds the shadows of her mind

deep confusion rushes through

mind channels going nowhere

Through a dreary damp night

her soul was called away

to a new place to complete

visions of her lost nightmares

Longing for the tide to turn

brings a calm to her mind of

insanity as thoughts drive her

to deep depths of darkness...

she weeps

- Rhoda Galgiani

Author's Note:

Why? I don't know, just a confusing moment I guess...rg

Childhood

Sound penetrate ones ears

as the mind quivers with

vibrations of echos that weave

 in and out from lost voices that

revive young child thoughts

Sound from long ago buried in

shallow graves that yearn to rise

to be heard again, to bring joy

and a sense of security to ones

misunderstood puzzled dots

Sound in the deep soul remain but,

reach to be retrieved and heard for

all that was hidden is not there to

bring harm or discouragement only to

bring comfort to childhood plots...

while one plays in wonderland

- Rhoda Galgiani