Joseph T. Renaldi Poems

The gazebo is a place of solitude, I know,
a screened place where one's thoughts grow,
and rhododendron with showy flowers stand high
upon the surrounding ground pointed to the sky.
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The heart leads back to Graduation Day,
to speakers addressing the graduates below,
to tales, excitement and joy shared.
and the face of proud parents set aglow.
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Before your caring parents
you stand attentively each day
as they earnestly guide you
towards life's acceptable way.
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The farmer's contributions are always there
for all of humankind to earnestly share
in all strangers who are in desperate need
and in all of those who sincerely care.
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A curious child often seeks answers:
Why the evening sky is often colorful and bright?
How can a large goose fly so high?
What makes a rainbow a beautiful sight?
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A sturdy, metalic pole is standing tall
with a flag waving as proudly as can be,
and at the highest point of the pole
is a bronze eagle for everyone to see.
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The path of life before them lies
as elated graduates take stride.
Parents' eyes focused on their footsteps
as they listen to ceremonial music with pride.
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Thank you for your understanding, dear.
At times I was not forthright.
I was overwhelmed within and dwelled
on my own personal problems and doubt.
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Butterflies are magnificient
with their brightly colored wings and design.
They are a gift of nature that will appear
during the earlier days of summertime.
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