Saturday, August 28, 2021

AUTUM IN NEW YORK BY POLLY GUERIN

The trees are singing a song

 Then autumn leaves came along

Leaves dressed in crimson red

Brushed with gilt beams instead

The glorious golden autumn days

Treasure them before they phase

Nature's grand finale is closing in

Savor the moments and begin

For too soon it is winter's tale

Comes round so swift with the pale.


Thursday, August 26, 2021

Goodbye August 2021

 Don't let these few days of summer go

Those sweet memories I know

Let's recapture her brilliant sunshine

 Spontaneity so fine

Carefree days and longer  mellifluous nights

Time to enjoy the longer halcyon nights

Sitting on a blanket listening to a park concert

The birds sing along and the fountain sings a song

Canoeing like pilgrim explorers on a mirror lake

Laughing like children we we gave up our reserve

The magic of summer frolic we did serve

Our energy bursting we are once again young and gay

We antiqued and read books by the light of the day

By night the stars came out like diamonds

So I ask you "Why must summer end? Why?










Saturday, August 21, 2021

EMBRACE By Polly Guerin

























To be embraced is a loving touch

It says I love you very much

It's closeness restores our heart

Do it now before the day starts

A child's embrace is like a prayer

It sends miles of love and tender care

The embrace of life is now so rare

But it's greeting says you care

Repeat your intent to regain love

And ask the angels to send you love from above.

 

Wednesday, August 18, 2021

COVID 19 Remembered

 Covid 19 seems to fizzle out

We need booster shots on the spot

It's one time phase is phasing out

Will the pandemic vaccine ever end?

No my dear, those who do not vaccine

Cause unwanted concern

When will we all ever learn

Vaccinations are very spotty

Some folks refuse to take it

With lack of complete cooperation

Our lives are at risk throughout the nation.


Tuesday, August 10, 2021

Beach Books by Polly Guerin










My books, my books in a cozy nest

Quietly they take their rest

Friends they are without demand

My need to escape they understand

To foreign lands I travel wide

Words go along for the ride

I read on to journey's end

Each book is my friend

I delve deep into the story line

Events encountered are divine

Entertained I turn each page

Journeys lead me in every stage

Enthused I finally put it down

Reflect upon it without a sound

Writ by an author, it got in print

Enthralled readers, made a mint.



 

Saturday, July 17, 2021

HUNGER FOR LIFE: By Polly Guerin

 















Hunger is often thought as nutrition
But it has far reaching conviction

When you hunger with a strong desire
Strength of character is required

The fulfillment of fondest dreams
Has honest hunger without schemes

Hunger can drive you towards a goal
How hungry are you to be foretold

Practice hunger daily to confirm
That your life passion is learned

Put daily hunger on your agenda
Hunger for a life well led, surrender.

Thursday, July 8, 2021

CHILDLIKE WONDER II By Polly Guerin
















It's time to tap into childlike wonder
Let, go release yourself from ponder

Allow yourself to go out and play
Avow to do it now or any day

Approach every new day with joy
Curious like a young girl or boy

Playing lets you laugh and smile
In a child like world for a little while

Share the magic, invite others to play
Be light hearted, cherish each day

Commit to a play date, don't delay
Make this your coming out party today.






 

Wednesday, June 23, 2021

SENSE OF WONDER By Polly Guerin



















The wee hummingbird came
Early morning waw his game

Fairy wings fluttering aloft
Flower to Flower he sought

I watched with a sense of wonder
The wonderous creature's plunder

Enraptured by the lilliputian's skill
Astonished I admired the thrill

Of nature's intricate dance
Could be missed in a glance

A showman so delicate, so rare
I looked for him eadh morning fair

What joy he brought each day
Toss concerns away in play

So I ventured into the world today
And spread my wings with play.









 

ADIEU TO JUNE 2021 By Polly Guerin




















June splashed into summer
Rainstorms were a bummer

Thunderbolts shocked June
She entered with wet gloom

We zoomed here and there
Then sunlight came so rare

Father's day paid homage to men
And Pride Month was on the mend

Justice echoed through the nation
Juneteenth for emancipation

They marched nationwide to protest
New York put through the outcry test

The solstice summer did shout out loud
We wore summer shorts in the crowd

The dawning of a brand new day
Made us wish June's troubles away

For everything good comes in July
With a sunshine golden glow reply. 








 

Sunday, June 6, 2021

OPTIMISTIC: By Polly Guerin












Now that the pandemic is winding down
It's time to discard that downcast frown

A cheerful attitude goes a long way
To put a little magic into every day

Decide to give your attitude a boost
Release restraints and now cut loose

Dance to the positive rhythm of life
You've come a long way from strife

Life gives new opportunity for growth
Recall your fondest dreams and note

Like the changing seasons you recreate
Now is the time to begin, it's never too late

To evolve into a higher version of yourself
With an optimistic outlook recharge and grow.


 

Friday, May 28, 2021

ADIEU TO MAY 2021 By Polly Guerin














I can but only tell you this
Cheerful May did not exist

The cold blast kept us stuck
Warmer weather was not our luck

Memorial day honored heroes all
Heroes in the vaccine war I recall

All Mothers had a respectful salute
With Jewish Heritage Month on route

Mental Health Month made it very clear
That many a person suffered with fear

Yet Cherry Blossoms debuted one day
With hope that spring was truly on its way

Sweet May briefly came with joy to love us
With flowers and blue skies above us

Cheer up summer is waiting at the gate'
Be glad even if it's slow to come at any rate. 


 

Saturday, May 22, 2021

HIT THE DELETE BUTTON By Polly Guerin













Delete, Delete, Delete

Wrong thinking curbs success
The past is past, no regrets

Spoken words manifesting negativity
Become a reality, stifle positivity

Keep you from your best potential
Stay convinced with credential

Turn off the negative recording
Reprogram your mind, warning

Don't give negativity the time of the day
Delete thoughts that get in the way

Move forward on a high pitch
You'll conquer every glitch

Welcome the gift, the ultimate bliss
Engage life fully and don't resist.




  

Saturday, May 15, 2021

SPRING AWAKENING: By Polly Guerin





The trees awaken and struggle to give birth   
And the sparrow's song tweets the silent earth

Like ballerinas the trees bend and sway      
Yearning towards the sun's warming rays     

The forest symphony sings from its roots     
Snaps, crackles, crushing twigs underfoot    

        King bluebirds take up the best in the court              
     Claim their territory where  others sought                 

Yet, hither and yon there's room for them all       
The creatures of spring are enthralled                  

But bring new life, they arise from sleep               
Fledglings emerge and being to peep                      

And the world rejuvenated thus renewed                     
Refreshing vistas and new found views                     

On nature's green velvet carpet we sit                       
Spring Awakening is our profound gift                       
      



      
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Saturday, May 8, 2021

HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY: By Polly Guerin

 














A mother's love is the inner source
Her devotion is on a steady course

Though heartbreak comes, and it will
Her steadfast faith is strong, and still

The gentle touch of a mother's hand
Reassures patients, lets us understand

Taking pride in even the minutest detail
Her praise ignites inspiration, never fails

Children are the pearls in her value purse
Childhood memories center in her universe

Of Children's laughter in those halcyon days
Memories she cherishes in the scrapbook page

These fleeting moments may surely pass
But a mother's love will forever last.



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Friday, April 30, 2021

ADIEU To APRIL 2021: By Polly Guerin

 












April gave us ambivalent weather
We expected warmer days together

The chilly weeks were unlike sweet April
Rain and sunshine vied for the weather cable

Yet flower beds rose up with rainbow streams
Deep in their roots the tulips began to beam

Tartan Week brought out high spirited Scots
And voom marching bands began to shout

Earth Day on April 22 gave cause to renew
Our respect for nature's bounty on review

Enthusiasts watched the Academy Awards
And National Poetry Month was not ignored

Shakespeare's birthday evoked fine sonnets
And the earth came forth with April bonnets

Flowers blossomed with rainbow charm
And people responded with gentle calm

Patient and hopeful for the renewal of Spring
We received our reward and the birds did sing

As the days renewed a brighter, lighter glow
May brings love to everyone, this we know.



Saturday, April 24, 2021

NATURE'S CHORUS OF PRAISE: By Polly Guerin

















As the the morning awakens each day
Bursting forth in joyous floral array

As twilight ushers in birdsong chatter
Night brings insect songs to scatter

Nature unites in brilliant orchestration
Song of the Spheres from nation to nation

Leaves dance to the baton of the breeze
Rainbow flowers yearn to please

Nature changes her seasonal dress
With colors to dazzle and impress

The sounds of nature heal and cure
Step into the garden, unlock the door

Like a prayer music of the spheres
Brings comfort and love to our ears







 
 

Friday, April 16, 2021

WONDER WORDS By Polly Guerin


 











The power of words can be soft as a prayer
To show you are concerned, that you care

/Wonder words sound like a baby's smile
Innocent and protected for a little while

Words well chosen are like nuggets of gold
Enriching, restoring as the story is told

The right words can change a person's life
Or cut them down to size with an edit knife

Good /conversation is becoming so rare
With pointless obsession we cannot bare

The manipulative power of words change
The monotony of everyday to rearrange

Our life's adventure in the spoken word
Encourage and support, let it be heard

Wonder Words lead us out of o static world
Keep talking talking with love unfurled.




Sunday, April 11, 2021

EXPECTATION: By Polly Guerin


 












It's time to look ahead with expectation
Rev up your positivity and do not ration

Dream big, fulfill your fondest dreams
Put your best foot forward, yet it seems

We may not know what the future holds
Be brave, dream onward to your new role

The pandemic is streaming out of place
You're heading forward happier to embrace

Your best efforts in the work you will prove
Share your talents, play it forward never lose

Your spark ignites wonderful possibilities
You're confidant, ready to restart civilities

Maintain a joyful expectation, and for a while
Try to be kinder and put on your best smile

Take positive expectations into your daily life
A grateful heart, a glad greeter would be so nice.




 

Monday, April 5, 2021

A Poem for Today: VALOR By Polly Guerin

 
















Valor is an honorable award
It takes courage you can afford

To solider on to the very end
Encourage, your dearest friend

Maintain a steady forward cause
The days grow shorter because

Vaccinations streaming everywhere
We're fortified solid with urgent care

Feeling safer does not mean release
Keep up with protocols in place please

Even small gestures count as valor
Help a neighbor, become a scholar''

Stand up to injustice, sign a pledge
Valor takes you over the placid edge

To a leadership role on a small scale
Valor in your heart will never fail

To contribute to love and  peace
May you find Valor a joy to release.













Saturday, March 27, 2021

ADIEU TO MARCH 2021: By Polly Guerin


 





















March came in with a snowy blast
But Soring was stepping up at last

As solemn as the month may seem
A one year anniversary from Covid-19

We're in a brighter, lighter, happier mood
With wind in the grass whisperings soothe

Unwelcome flooding a sudden rainstorm
Gave birth to myriad flowers on the lawn

A time of renewal with open air dining
With protocols in place and reminding

Be cautious and patient while unwinding
We have come so far in this race providing

March 19 officially announced Spring
Even the city sparrows began to sing

People felt giddy with abandon relief
With daylight savings time hour release

Welcome new season of health and renewal
April steps in with blue skies ever truer.





Saturday, March 20, 2021

FLOWER POWER By Polly Guerin

 

















Life can be soft as a rosebud petal
Or thorny like a snappy brittle metal

The aromatic scent makes us smile
Dreaming of better days for awhile

But its thorns prick us to remember
Our pandemic year we did surrender

Yet, each delicate petal has a story
Of flower power in all its glory

Keeping us focused on positive vibes
Congratulate yourself you did survive

Like a kiss planted by a baby's  lips
Petal by petal we cannot resist

To remember that Spring is its way
With flower power we're here to stay

Each day is a symbolic petal change
Cope with the thorny rose to rearrange

A new window into the promising future
Just think petal by petal to nurture

The sweet scent of the thorny rose
Create a new mantra while you compose.


 







 

Saturday, March 13, 2021

INNER BEAUTY: By Polly Guerin

 














Inner beauty's mantra far outlasts
It's silent message does not blast

But radiates with good intentions
Affirms with wisdom, and did I mention

The more we focus on inner beauty
Genuine peace and balance is out duty

With genuine words of praise confirming
Elevate those in need without a sermon

Lift up those from sadness, or recent loss
Gently stroke their story without force

And stir up feelings of renewed pride
Never let ambition or happiness slide

Encourage strength and inner glow
With life confirming words "I go"

About the day with hearts on fire
An inspiring truth is what I desire

Responding eagerly to positive sound
The world is made better all around.







Saturday, March 6, 2021

SAVOR THE MOMENT: By Polly Guerin
















Must we be so discontented?
By technology we are offended

At lunch or dinner there's no excuse
You say it's important that's the ruse

You're simply not fully in the present moment
To savor every minute with sincere component

Add to the pleasure of communicating
Connected,  One to One, at any rating

Let  others feel  valued, let then be heard
 Share understanding with heartfelt reserve

Multitasking has its place and time
Always doing it is a pitiful crime

Promise yourself to savor each stroke
Of the tick tock clock minute of note

Gently bring yourself back to the moment
Be mindful, recharge, connect with life.

 
 

Sunday, February 28, 2021

ADIEU TO FEBRUARY 2021: By Polly Guerin


 















February, the shortest month of the pandemic year
Brought chilly weather, we held each other together

Snow blanketed the city like an elegant ermine cape
Bringing comfort and calm, but still, no escape

Wintry schemes softened the city cacophony chorus
And birdless trees, barren, frozen n time ignored us

The elusive vaccine left  New York City in a fix
Finding, getting an appointment was like a trick

Sentimental Pop Up cards like Valentine bouquets
Brought lovely love tokens of friendship to our gaze

Black History month ushered in with Black pride
The Empire building lit up in flag colors to abide

Marion Anderson was given her retrospective due
At the MCNY museum,  an exhibit, in  full view

George Washington' s Birthday gave cause to salute
The first President, at historic Fraunces Tavern to boot

The sun burst forth, streaming spring into action
The days were lighter, getting longer in reaction

And fickle March anxious to take its marching orders
Put February out of place with more loving borders 






We settled down wirh pandemic and no escape

Saturday, February 20, 2021

FUTURISTIC: By Polly Guerin


 















There's a new excellence beckoning

Make progress and dare to experiment

Surprise yourself, shock your friends

Fish in other ponds for creative ideas

Don't stagnate in the same old location

Create new adventures, move independent

Into the future, open minded, blissfully free

Revitalize, reinvent yourself and persona

Create an unexpected dream fantasy

Mix up colors, dissolve stereotypes 

Make every day your best happy hour

Rejoice in the gift of each pandemic day

Don't delay, move into the future fueled

With unending creativity, send a message

To all you meet, introduce the new you

Vibrant, innovative rising into the future. 



Sunday, February 14, 2021

WHAT LIES AHEAD: By Polly Guerin


 














Don't be intimidated by what lies ahead
Put a positive spin on your life instead

For what lies ahead is by far greater
Than the what  we have left behind

Stay in the moment, now is the time
To savor each minute etched in line

Like a butterfly emerging from a cocoon
Your life is soaring, you'll really bloom

Embrace memories, write down stories
A storyteller you'll be of pandemic glories

It's up to you how your run the race of life
Sign up at once, to join the winner's prize

Emerge from the moody melt down of distress
Into the light of living and doing your best

Accept victory, heading for the finish line
The vaccine has arrived just in time

If you had to leave anything sadly behind
Discard disappointments of any kind

For what lies ahead is a  miniscule matter
Compared to what lies in your joyful heart.




 

Saturday, February 6, 2021

HEART'S DESIRE: By Polly Guerin

 



















Let's go to the land of our heart's desire

Where the sweetness of life sets our hearts 
on fire
 
There find safe harbor for fondest dreams

Oh come away with me oh foolish child

To the winter of our life and be so mild

I'll Kiss your lips and hold your soft hand

For time is fleeting, do you not understand?

There's not so much time to linger on

Loves sweet song is in the abyss, beyond

Don't let love pass with a goodbye glance

Oh come away with me my foolish child

 With the fairy hand in hand we will glide

And mend all the broken hearts weeping

And dance the magic of love before sleeping.







Friday, January 29, 2021

ADIEU TO JANUARY 2021: By Polly Guerin

















January swept into our lives with high expectations
Yet, still sheltered our freedom was again rationed

Pristine snow reminded us it was winter at last
The birth of a new year was upon us so fast

Martin Luther King celebrated non violent reform
But the storm on the United States capitol was born

A threat to our freedom, an unholy act of defiance
We seek solace with new administration for reliance

Ousted DT moved on, a sad story ended without glory
Joe Biden positive message brought calm to the story

Winter Village and ice skaters in Bryant Park
Made us feel giddy, a play day away on a lark

Alas, Winter claimed her chilly, chatter place
We bundled up, distanced ourself, mask on face

Yearning for sunshine to warm our grieving hearts
Paper lanterns lit uo Mott St. in Chinatown to start

Lunar celebrations and rainbow colors in midtown
Lit up the city with warm hearted love all around

Adieu to January left us with  ambivalent grace
February was waiting impatiently to take its place

With LOVE to LOVE the promise on Valentine's Day
Let's spread love and more love in this special way

Send hope and hugs to strangers and everyone you love
Then do it again and again to heal the sad world we love.















Friday, January 22, 2021

BEYOND TOMORROW: By Polly Guerin






























A vaccine arrived to calm our sorrow
For a happy future beyond tomorrow 

Where a brand new horizon emerges
Expect to climb up to higher surges

And fulfill your new aspirations
That had been curtailed or rationed

Bring out your gifts and new passions
Look forward to unleashing expansion

Uncover your calling and be creative
Find unique ways to offer others praise

For lasting through a pandemic year
Bravely you fought, conquered fear

Deleted the emergency button or alarm
And faced disappointment with calm

Put patience into your daily mantra
Channel optimism as you ponder

With an open heart spread more love
Soothe the heartbreak of the ones you love

With expansive ideas leading you forward
Enrich your life and claim your reward

Go Beyond Tomorrow where dreams come true
Step up higher and blissfully meet the new you. 






Friday, January 15, 2021

SEEDS OF LOVE: By Polly Guerin

 

















What have I to offer, no gold or fortune to disperse

Yet I can plant seeds of love each day and converse

Even with a stranger don't keep treasures underground

Flowering blossoms of the spoken word reve up the sound

Unearth words of praise, encouragement and love

Take inspiration from the from the wisdom of the peaceful dove

Open up the roots, go deep into florid communication

Break down barriers, open the borders between each nation

Leave your mark of validation, invest in one another

Call him father, brother, sister, even matriarch mother

They're all the same, humanity rolledup into one

Gather yee seeds of love under the global sun.




Sunday, January 10, 2021

A BRAND NEW YEAR 2021 By Polly Guerin

                                                                             



























Oh celestial stars sparkling so bright
Grant me this wish I've made tonight 

That peace and sanity spread over the land
And reconciliation the mantra world plan\

Counting the past lessons now learned
Bring in the New Year Gift at every turn

Cast out forever doubt and unfounded fear
Focus on the good things that are very near

Make a list now that the New Year has begun
Welcome new opportunities and then some

Fast forward with energy into the future
Your heart uplifted by your new suitor

Raise a glass of champagne to yourself
Get readt fir new ideas leaping off the shelf

Recite affirmations confirm your true calling
With confidence your innate talent is soaring

Celebrate the gift granted a Brand New Year
May it bring you love and lots of good cheer.