September

29

The Last Dying Speech And Confession Of Poor Puss ( from Original Poems for Infant Minds)

The above poem was taken from an old book dated 1836 called Original Poems for infant Minds. By several Young persons.

Filled Under: Teenage poetry

August

29

Betty’s Poem

Tommy started school today His mam thought he would cry But he was very brave And waved his mom bye-bye. The teacher showed him all the books, paper, paint and crayons. Then sat him at the table Where he played with the trains. Lunch time was really good He left nothing on his plate At [...]

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August

25

Matilda Who Told Lies And Was Burnt To Death

Matilda tolld such dreadful lies, It made one gasp and stretch ones eyes; Her Aunt, who, from her earliest youth, had kept a strict regard of thruth, Attempted to believe Matilda: The effort very nearly killed her, And would have done so, had not she dicovered this infirmity. For once, toward the close of day, [...]

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August

23

Give Random Acts Of Kindness A Try

One dismal evening, just a few months ago When the sky was dark and the streets were covered with snow. I had nothing specific in mind and wasn’t sure what to do, Since it was one of those chilly nights that leave you feeling a bit blue. I shuffled through a few papers and picked [...]

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August

23

Changes by Phyllis Lin

“Forever friends” you promise “Together till the end.” We did everything with each opther, you were my best friend. When I was sad you were by my side, when I was scared, you felt my fear. You were my best support- If I needed you, you were there. You were the greatest friend, you always [...]

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August

23

I Need You Now by Becky Tucker

My friend, I need you now-please take me by the hand. stand by me in my hour of need, take time to understand. Take my hand, dear friend and lead me form this place. Chase away my doubts and fears, wipe the tears from off my face. friend, I cannot stand alone, I need your [...]

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August

23

Choices by Sharon A. Heilbrunn

Hold a friends hand through times of trial, Let her find love through a hug and a smile; But also know when it’s time to let go, For each and every one of us must learn to grow.

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August

23

I Won’t Be Left Behind by Sara Nachtman

I run my fastest but still get beat. I land on my head when I should be on my feet. I try to move forward, but I am stuck in rewind. Why do I keep at it? I won’t be left behind. The harder I am thrown, the higher I bounce. I give it my [...]

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August

23

Wonder by Jill Thieme

Wonder, to me, is a good place to be. It helps yopu think, it helps you see, Life’s full of twists and turns will abound, but wonder and insight can guide you around. Explore what you may and fill up your mind and hold in your heart the mysteries you find. Wonder is only saying [...]

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August

23

A Street Kids Guide (How To Get From Here To There)

It’s hard to get from here to there if you never get out of bed. You lie a lot to fool your friends but you fooled yourself instead. It’s harder to get from here to there if you set your goals too high; Ten nothing ever works out right; Too soon you no longer try. [...]

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