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SWEET COURTER

Words melt into

hours

of

flowers

flowing

freely

familiarity

unexpected

but

embraced

left with

possibilities

hopes

dreams

of

tomorrow.

by Lynn Hahn

 

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courtlovepoemromance

WHAT'S UP WITH THAT?

That August day

made me pray

for MERCY!

 

My head was pounding 

like a woodpecker on

a metal roof

 

Could hardly see

my eyes were strabismic

 

I reached...

 

in my disarranged

medicene cabinet

 

in my dim

bathroom

 

pulled out the first

pill box

my quavering hands touched

 

I squinted my confused eyes

to examine the fine print

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funnypoemsillyobsurd

YOUTH AT MY DOOR

Yes

Youth once again

beats in my heart

With the mystery of you

The man of my dreams

comes to me in words

on a page

So sweet and tender

Yes

I surrender 

to you my sweet one

I will walk the path

of innocence once again

With you...

First kiss

flirting eyes

My breath

taken away

I would love to take

your words away

with my beauty

My silhoue...

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lovepoemromanticyouth

SEVEN YEARS

Broken mirror

good or bad

happy or sad

 

Take the pieces bury them 

in the moonlight 

or

Light seven candles

on the first night

That should take care of your plight

---

If you want to assure

you've found a good cure

 

Throw salt over your shoulder

then your situation will be secure

for that practice blinds the devil

behind your back

 

Naught...

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broken mirrordevilpoem

FLYING FISH

Flying fish wish to escape

their predators

They take flight

to avoid a fight

They'll never win.

---

They have special fins

that work as wings

Lifting them out of

the sunlight zone

Where most plants and animals

inhabit. 

---

They can glide

quite a distance

Providing them 

assistance

For their resistance

to their foes. 

---

Who knows 

ho...

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flying fishpoem

SOLVE THE PUZZLE

Two guests are in your heart

you can tell them apart

by what they desire.

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Which will you feed?

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The one who desires greed

or 

The one who desires to cater

to the ...needs

of others. 

 

By Lynn Hahn

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Godlovepoem

CHAPTERS IN A BOOK

Looking back at life

like chapters in a book

I sit back in my senior years

with time to contemplate,

What seemed like the worst times

often added up to the best times

Now I have my last book

empty pages to be filled

I am thrilled to write

my last...story. 

 

By Lynn Hahn

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Poemseniorlife

WHO ARE THE LUCKY ONES?

What looks like truth

often is not.

Looking thru the keyhole

often does not tell

the full story.

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He had it all

we had little

but

We found joy in our little

he miserable with his all.

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He stood in his Armani suit, pearly white teeth, Salvatore Ferragamo dress shoes

we in our Levis, dirty nails and tattered tennis shoes.

Our hearts full

his empty. 

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Poemsoullove

IS IT RAPE?

There are events 

few speak of,

fear it will be indecent

to mention the words 

needed to explain

some types of pain

inflicted on the meek,

actions malevolent

persons seek

to inflict on others.

---

on a cold day

in a dark place

a man of mediocre

skills inflicted his will on her.

she lay naked 

helpless

faint from the horrific

event she just endu...

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poemrape

PRECIOUS FAMILY

blood that flows

thru my veins,

hard to live with

harder to live without.

worth the effort to protect

the cord,

like walking a tight rope.

balance is the key...

can't be all about me.

planting a seed

transplanted thru generations,

harvested with great care

encore then adore

each bairn born.

It's a miracle

some satirical

belittle the value,

let it ...

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familyPoem

WINTER WALK

white, ashen, charcoal berms

to the left

to the right

everywhere in sight.

little tail-wagger

pulling at it's lead

owner nervous indeed.

hot steamy mustard stains

pains to walk around.

disregarded rides peaking out,

entries frozen shut.

mukluk, brogan, boot impressions

paint the path.

naked saplings fractured,

boskage leaning on each other

like bashed r...

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poemwinter

SUNDAY MORNING

easy like Sunday morning

that's my man...

no drama

dressed in laughter

that's what I'm after

ready to walk a mile

to make me smile

heart so warm

takes away every storm

oh babe I will return the pleasure

I'll be your favorite treasure.

by lynn hahn

 

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poemromance

ADDRESS THIS

Hate

is crippling

grabs your heart

makes it close down

brings a big huge frown

to your face and others who

are the victims of the emotion wrong

It's a feeling not needed for any reason

not for any time or for any season so

let it go do not let it grow cripple it. 

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hatePoem

BRIGHT LOVE

I'm like sunshine...

I will bring warmth and light

to your world.

Grab my beams and I will burn you!

You can't own me

but I will be a good mate

if allowed to walk with you

not dragged by you.

Enjoy me and I will enjoy you

then life will shine on both of us.

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lovePoem

NEW LIFE

Born into a palace

with servants of every sort

a cook

a maid

a gardener

a stable hand

Her hair flowed to the ground

the color of golden straw

Lips like strawberries

sweet and luscious

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The land of Contentment

was her beginnings

Ever so beautiful

ever so grand

Her father was a king

one of great valor

a heart filled with kindness

Her mother a ...

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lovepoem

IS IT POSSIBLE OR JUST A DREAM

I would love to experince

a love that is:

real

lasts thru all up's and down's

is gentle but firm when needed

A love that is:

friendship

and forgiveness when respect has been breached

that cares how words effect the other

A love...that does not try to own

but to be with

one that can be taken to the grave.

By Lynn Hahn

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hopelovepoem

UP OFF THE GROUND

Dedicated to learning the rules so

he can defend others

He rides his bike on the snowy road

white breath streaming from his nostrils

So much to learn such a high cost

thoughts of comfort at the end

brought warmth to his body

Promised an easy road once

completing his journey

---

He hits black ice and skids almost falling

he relaxes and goes with the flow

because ...

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hopelossPoem

EASE DROPPING

She said she wanted to go home

he replied "not now"

The look on her face

said there was more 

going on than just her words

were they fighting

was she just tired

She put her fork down

and gazed out the window

He continued to eat

like he did not notice 

her needs

With no words

she got up and went

to the ladies room

He took out his cell phone

and began ...

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poemrelationship

WALKING THRU MEMORIES

I tend to not find things sacred

but rather memories

Things can burn up in a fire

but memories are your's forever

Like the first time I saw my son

when they laid him on my stomach

Like the look on my husband's face 

when he said "I do"

Like the look on my son's face

when he too said "I do" to his sweet wife

Like the time as a small child when my big brother

put me ...

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memoriespoem

HERE AFTER

into my nostrils

the salty sea

stung

the waves begird

my figure

deeper and deeper

I step into the ocean

her friendly arms

welcoming me

come sad maiden

I will wash away

your pain

you will never

anguish again...

By Lynn Hahn

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poemdeathdrown

ROAD TRIP

2 little girls

divide

the back seat

Plus

3 bags of candy

Equal

upset tummies

from too many yummies

By Lynn Hahn

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poemmathtrip

DARK ADDICTION

O to chocolate so sweet and dangerous

thoughts of you cloud my mind

There was a time I could devour

your rich contentment by the hour

Twas Christmas when the first box

entered my dwelling

Lack of control experienced by all

was the reality of the day

A tradition including consuming 

your addiction became the way

To celebrate around the lighted tree

so much power giv...

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chololatePoem

HAPPY BIRTHDAY

Today is my birthday

not sure if I'm happy or sad

I'd be glad

if at 30

we started to count backwards

So many candles on my cake!!

I need a FIRE extinguisher...

By Lynn Hahn

 

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birthdaypoem

GROOMING

Stripping my terrier

could not be a hairier

task

Want to ask

Doesn't it seem odd

to breed a dog

That needs to be plucked

like a chicken?...

 

By Lynn Hahn

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Poemterriergrooming

OH TO THE...

Oh to the sparkle ball

it calls for such beauty

Gown to the ground

rhinestones galore

Loveliness for sure

Prepare the face

to match the gown

Soon I'm wearing a frown

Pink sparkle eye shadow

became the enemy

My lid took offense

and prepared for defense

by developing a chalazion

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Oh to the chalazion

so stubborn and at home

on my lid she sits

So p...

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Poemfunnychalazion

WHO'S IN CONTROL

Such a rush

don't be late

Think they'll wait?

Nay...

Start on time

is their rhyme

The world tries to be

on schedule

Till Mother Nature

steps in

and does her thing

with

Storms

Floods

Tornados

and such

Not much

Man can do with that

So who's in control?

We may think we are

but 

We're not...

 

By Lynn Hahn

 

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mother naturePoemtime

ALL ABOUT HIM

HIM

When will it stop

being all about him

Such a short 

affair

Such a strong impact...

 

NEVER

You never 

existed

You were a fragment

of my imagination

A fling

that offered a ring

For a price

I could not afford...

 

WIFE

Babe be my wife

give me your life

Like a mail order

bride

Like I had no pride

too mild 

for a thought or a ...

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Poemsexlove

PERFECTION

Feeling really bad

very sad

Wish I could hold

my tongue

Leave judgement

to the man above

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Trying to learn how

to balance this all

Too much on my plate

don't want to hate

---

When to talk

and when not

Is a talent I need

to hone in

Prefection is a goal

not a reality

Is anyone perfect?

---

Time for chocolate

and a good movie...

By L...

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Poemchocolatepuppy

POWER OF THE WORD

Love is not a word 

to be thrown around

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Sometimes is it used too freely

like it's a ticket to paradise

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Love is a very deep

connection

It is something that is real

can almost be touched

It never goes away

---

Using that word can fill the soul

or tear it apart if it is not truly 

from the heart

---

When you learn that 

someone used the word

...

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lovePoem

BURY THE HATCHET

Why chop down this tree

of honor

The greatest gift God

provides is our children

---

If we are lucky enough

to have them

And privilaged enough

for them to want to spend 

time with us

We have been given riches

beyond any material reward

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To take a hatchet

and cut down the 

relationship

Is beyond foolish

Better to cut off your

right arm

---

...

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godpoemson

GOTTA Luv em

My sweet puppy

sheds so much

When my feet are cold

I put on 

my favorite thick socks

while I run around the house

---

When I remove them 

at night

My socks look

like a sweater

for my foot!

By Lynn Hahn

 

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poempuppysock

LOVE'S MYSTERY

How can you be 

such a combination 

The wonders of heaven

and the darkness of hell

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The sunshine reflects off

your soul

and then plummets to the storms

of the worst winter

---

Oh how I needed your sweetness

I wish you could see

how wonderous it is

---

Why you show pride

in your dark side

is beyond my understanding

---

I know I can't change y...

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desirelovepoem

ON THE WAY

Can't be all sad

some need to be glad

Lots of poems about

aches and sorrows

Got to have some hopes

for tomorrows

---

Variety is the spice of life

Humor is reality

turned inside out

Got to shout out

happy words

Sometimes

or your life becomes 

unbalanced

---

Yes there is plenty

needed change

many things need 

to be rearranged 

---

But on...

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gladmadPoemsad

HATE HEALS

Surprises come everyday

some small

some large

Then there was you

---

I tripped

and dropped 

you on your head

I tried to pick you up

but didn't know how

---

To this day you hate me

To this day I let you

---

Because I  am old

and wiser

I realize

Sometimes hate heals

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You need it to make 

your world right

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So I sit here tonight

...

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childhatehurtpoem

DEDICATION

Dedication from a canine

far surpasses humans abilities

or understanding

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A love so pure

they would lay down

their lives at every sitution

---

When you pass

and leave them behind

they grieve in a way

so pure and real

---

They wait for us

for they have faith

they will see us again

---

And they do...

 

by Lynn Hahn

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deathdogsPoem

THE BENCH

Why aren't you sitting with me

such beauty to see

such an empty bench

Without your touch close to me

 

By Lynn Hahn

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benchlovephotopoem

HURRICANE OF HURTS

Hate holds hard onto my heart

He has horrible hang ups

that harm my happiness

Hence my world was hindered

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A husband he is not

but he is hot

If I could hire

a hit man

and hide 

from the heat

It would be helpful

tho harsh

So I hesitate

---

I could not handle 

his habbits

You reap what you harvest

My head is hazy

it needs a holiday

From ...

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hateholidaypaintingPoem

TRUMP

Hey Mr President

so what ya gonna do

---

All the stories

about you Mr Trump

bring concern

The girls 

you want to hump

The healthcare

you want to dump

The federal agents

you want to bump

---

What's true

is to be seen

You appear to 

be so mean

I hope it was all

a ploy

to get your way

---

Surprise us

Mr President

work hard every day

...

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PoemPresidentTrump

JUST BREATH

Breath...

and show up

for your life

Have faith

Rainbows will come

with treasures

from heaven...

 

by Lynn Hahn

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breathfaithpoemrainbow

TOMORROW

Confusion owns me 

like the web of a spider

Life seems to have

a sense of humor

Timing so wrong

on so many things

---

He owns my heart

like a vice

too tight

can't breath

---

But I long for him

I shake my head

on a regular basis

trying to get clarity

---

I hear people make

sounds from their mouths

but can't understand the words

My mind is ...

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lovepoemsad

BLESSED

Does true love exist?

The kind where

a man would

lay down his life

for his wife

---

A woman lets

her man be a man

---

Mutual respect 

outweighs

who is right 

and who is wrong

---

An undeniable

fire burns

with desire for both

---

Where divorce

is a word

never spoken

or considered

---

If you can say yes

then you are blessed

m...

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blessedlovePoem

TIME

When does my heart

stop breaking

stop aching

---

Love is not 

for the taking

for all

---

Love seems to 

come and go

Doesn't seem 

to flow

for all

---

Did I get in the

wrong line?

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Only time

will tell...

 

By Lynn Hahn

 

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lovepoemsad

COLORS

I am feeling blue

today

Because I didn't get my

way

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Turned purple

with rage

When I tried to engage

a conversation

With a yellow 

coward

That said I was not

in the pink

---

I told him I was going

to cause a "brown out"

In his town

So they would have a black day

If he did not say

He was wrong...

 

By Lynn Hahn

 

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colorspoemsilly

INVISIBLE PEOPLE

Sitting on the bathroom floor sobbing

wondering if others

converse with people who are not there

---

To those that have torn their hearts

into tiny pieces

---

the invisible people who were vapor

when their bodies were in the room

---

Irina Dunn coined the phrase

a woman needs a man like a fish needs a bicycle

I repeat that to myself often

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I wonder how ...

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heartbreakmenpoem

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