Tag Archives: Publishers

The Empty Chair

Posted on November 23, 2014 by poemsandponderings

With Thanksgiving nearly upon us I wrote this poem in the memory of a close family friend who recently passed away. Claire had always considered herself to be a part of our family and was a regular member … Continue reading →

Posted in Americana, demise, Family, Feast, God, history, Loss of a friend, military/veterans, poet, Words on Wanderings | Tagged God, Holidays, Home, Jack Downing, Jake, Memories, Poetry, Prayers, Publishers, relationships, Thanksgiving | 4 Comments

The Captain Lives

Posted on December 7, 2013 by poemsandponderings

Here is another “I don’t want to grow up” themed poem for your reading pleasure.. They seem to come to me more and more as I “advance” in years. But now, if you will excuse me, my inner … Continue reading →

Posted in Animals, children, humor, life, Make Believe, old days | Tagged Arts, God, Jack Downing, Jack G. Downing, Jake, Publishers, Tools, WordPress | 3 Comments

The High Cost Of Love

Posted on December 5, 2013 by poemsandponderings

A quick little post this morning and something to think about when you believe that you are falling in love.. Be careful, Jake. The High Cost Of Love A love that is true is a gift to … Continue reading →

Posted in humor, husbands and wives, true love, truth, wealth and worth | Tagged Arts, God, God Bless, Jack Downing, Jack G. Downing, Publishers, Tools, WordPress | 7 Comments

The Valiant One

Posted on November 11, 2013 by poemsandponderings

To they who have passed on the torch of freedom; You live on in our hearts and minds. And to the next generation of patriots who must pick up that torch and carry on; May the grace of … Continue reading →

Posted in Freedom, God, history, Liberty, military/veterans | Tagged God Bless, Jack Downing, Jack G. Downing, Jake, Peace, Publishers, Tools, WordPress | 4 Comments

Nursery Rhymes And Fairy Tales Revisited (part 7)

Posted on November 8, 2013 by poemsandponderings

Another nursery rhyme viewed from different angle.. Today’s child would be treated entirely different than those of a bygone day and age. I’m having fun with these I hope you are as well. Have a fantastic Friday everyone, Jake. Jackie … Continue reading →

Posted in Feast, humor, in my opinion, Make Believe, Mother | Tagged Dog, fairy tale, Jack Downing, Jack G. Downing, Nursery rhyme, Publishers, Tools, WordPress | 7 Comments

Snowflakes

Posted on November 3, 2013 by poemsandponderings

I couldn’t remember if I had posted this one before, so I entered a search on my home page, and as it turned out, I had not posted this particular one, but my search did bring up “Teardrops Of … Continue reading →

Posted in heart and soul, soul, spiritual, tears, wealth and worth, Winter | Tagged Jack Downing, Jack G. Downing, Jake, Publishers, Sunday, Templates, Tools, WordPress | 3 Comments

A Crisp Return

Posted on October 22, 2013 by poemsandponderings

With the forecast for the opening games of the World Series here in Boston expected to be in the low to mid-forty degree (ƒ) range, a crisp will indeed return to New England. So here is a reminder … Continue reading →

Posted in Autumn, demise, environment, lawn, Sports | Tagged Jack Downing, Jack G. Downing, Jake, Publishers, Sheet pan, Tablespoon, Tools, WordPress | 5 Comments

I Am What I Am, But What Am I?

Posted on September 20, 2013 by poemsandponderings

Well I started the week with what I thought was a bit of humor, but apparently, I was among the few who felt that way. So let’s try again shall we? This is more straight-forward in its content. I do … Continue reading →

Posted in health care, humor, incumbrances, mischievious, torment, wealth and worth | Tagged God, Jack Downing, Jack G. Downing, Jake, Publishers, Similac, Tools, WordPress | Leave a comment

A Blanky-Thanky

Posted on September 12, 2013 by poemsandponderings

I have been woefully neglectful in recent months by not extending my sincerest appreciation to the newcomers who have joined our small band of masochists here at poemsandponderings.wordpress.com. I welcome you to this site on behalf of all … Continue reading →

Posted in humor, ponderings, thoughts, truth, warning | Tagged Dissociative identity disorder, gratitude, Hosts, Publishers, Templates, Tools, Web Services, WordPress | 9 Comments

Teardrops Of A Cold Heart

Posted on August 30, 2013 by poemsandponderings

“Sorry seems to be the hardest word“* Sometimes in our lives we come across people who just do not have a kind word or act for anyone except themselves. These are the people who will someday end up … Continue reading →

Posted in honesty, joy and sorrow, misery, repent, soul | Tagged Elton John, Elton John Discography, God, Jack Downing, Jack G. Downing, Jake, Publishers, WordPress | Leave a comment