From the poetry notebook

A little more poetry.

Take your time. Find a poem that speaks to you.

Poems of Gratitude for Teachers and Mentors

These poems of gratitude for teachers and mentors honor patience, encouragement, careful questions, open doors, and the lessons that continue beyond a classroom.

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Family

Poems for a Father’s Advice and Legacy

These poems for a father’s advice and legacy honor practical wisdom, quiet example, shared work, family memory, and the lessons that remain.

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Love

Poems About the Comfort of Lifelong Friendship

These poems about the comfort of lifelong friendship honor shared history, honest support, changing seasons, familiar laughter, and the ease of being known.

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Everyday life

The Local Hardware Store Owner Who Knows Everyone’s Projects

These poems celebrate a local hardware store owner who remembers every project, offers practical help, and turns a neighborhood errand into a familiar conversation.

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