Poems

by Janice Surlin Happiness grows deep within you and me, From seeds God has planted to bloom naturally— Our good thoughts and actions I know are the way To nourish these happiness seeds every day; It’s not what I buy, what I own it can’t be, For in no time at all the seeds wither, […]

by Janice Surlin She holds her torch high for the whole world to see, A beacon of hope for those who “yearn to breathe free”; And those who seek refuge and knock at her door All long to be welcomed to her freedom-drenched shore; To join Her great Nation many dream they will do— The

by Janice Surlin My heart is filled with love to share— Each beat repeats how much I care, And though it may seem rather small, It’s really not that way at all; There’s room for love in every heart, In every corner, every part. What is this love I speak of so? What does it

Celebrating Children’s Book Week (May 3-9) By Janice Surlin “Facebook” is great for keeping in touch, Sharing whatever, expounding, and such— But the “book” part of “Facebook” is really the clue To what is essential for me, and I hope you! I believe all of us are familiar with this, A saying about which I

By Janice Surlin My previous poem about pancakes Made me think again if I Should choose another “food” subject— What better choice for March than Pi! March is an interesting month, to be sure— Named for Mars (“Martius”), the Roman God of war, Mythical ancestor of the Roman people, The year’s first month in their

(April 2021; 31 years in space) By Janice Surlin “Double, double toil and trouble,” Words to create a witch’s brew— But leave it up to Hubble To create this spectacular view! “Star light, star bright,” Hubble sees you day and night; Launched aboard Discovery Space Shuttle, 1.4 million observations have come from Hubble! H. G.

by Janice Surlin Beethoven—1770-1827 Da-Da-Da-DUM! Just hearing these notes, We’re immediately smitten With the most famous first four Ever to be written! The holidays are a wonderful time To write another musical rhyme— And here’s an additional special reason, For a way to increase our joy this season: It’s Beethoven’s 250th birthday, you see, A

(au-GUST: distinguished) By Janice Surlin THE “DOG DAYS” OF SUMMER: JULY 3 TO AUGUST 11 Below you’ll see some prominent folks, Who this month had a natal date, Their achievements in science, music, Movies and writing Are left for us to recall and appreciate . . . But, first let’s sing: “Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious,” A very unusual

By Janice Surlin (September 29—National Coffee Day) This post is dedicated to my mother, of blessed memory, who loved her coffee! The week after she passed at 98, she “communicated” that she could “go for a cup of coffee”— enough evidence for me! —————————————– Known for patriotic and holiday songs, And other memorable music he