VALENTINE'S DAY GAME -

CHANGER
by Douglas Raymond Rose

True Love is a real Game-Changer
It changes 'I and You" into 'WE"
I no longer put myself First
--It's now Father God and "We."

True Love changes the Scoreboard
We no more must be the one who wins;
Even in the game of Tennis, there's LOVE
---Equality is never seen as sin.

So let's pledge this Valentine's Day
To renew Love's glimmer and gleam
True Love 'covers a multitude of sins"
---And there is no 'I in T E A M.

2020 by DRR
Member Academy of American Poets

POET DOUG'S DAILY HAIKU:

make friends with trials

We may complain to God, but

never about Him--by Douglas Raymond Rose

Member Academy of American Poets

POET DOUG'S  EASTER HAIKU:

WHITE MOONLIGHT  SLANTING DOWN
WOMEN MUSE WITH FRAGRANT SPICES
CHRIST'S FRESH GRAVE--EMPTY!

2019 by Douglas Raymond Rose
Member Academy of American Poets

POET DOUG'S DAILY HAIKU:

HAPPY DECEMBER WHEN MOTHER NATURE RESTS TO TAKE HER WINTER NAP----DRRose, Member Academy of American Poets

POET DOUG'S DAILY HAIKU:

A SALUTE TO JFK FROM DALLAS

POET DOUG'S DAILY HAIKU(:) TURNING DOWN THE VOLUME OF LIFE ALLOWS US TO LISTEN CLOSER TO GOD! 2015 by Douglas Raymond Rose, Member Academy of American Poets

POET DOUG'S DAILY HAIKU(:) Every godly mother is worthy of honor every day not just Mother's D

ay 2015 BY Douglas Raymond Rose Member Academy of American Poets

POET DOUG'S DAILY HAIKU(:) Let the Peace of God Keep your heart wrapped up And refreshed with Him 2015 by Douglas Raymond Rose Academy of American Poets

POET DOUG'S DAILY HAIKU: Learn from Yesterday Live for Today HOPE for Tomorrow 2014 by DRR Academy of American Poets #HAIKU

AN IRISH BLESSING

Bless the children this St. Patrick's Day Bless them both young and old-- Children are the colorful Rainbow of life Grandchildren--our precious Pot of Gold. Bless their Irish impish grins and smiles Bless them all within God's great fold-- Children are the colorful Rainbow of life Grandchildren--our precious Pot of God. 2014 by DRR Member Academy of American Poets

POET DOUG'S DAILY HAIKU (:)

POET DOUG'S DAILY HAIKU (:) The Best Valentine is A Heart of Love For our great God 2014 by DRR

Member Academy of American Poets Member Texas State Historical Society

A SALUTE TO AMERICA

A SALUTE TO AMERICA-- (From the Red,White, Blue and Gray) Welcome to Baby Boomer Patriotism 101 We're glad you came today--- Before you dismiss us graying seniors Here's a word on the Red,White Blue and Gray. Although we may all be gray-headed )And usually prefer driving in the slow lane) We still always get to where we're going And Old Glory's honor is our great gain. Though America's Torch of Liberty is burning low We must raise it up much higher--- You can count on the Red,White,Blue and Gray We're here to keep fueling Freedom's Fire! We faithfully fought in Korea and Viet Nam And victoriously won World WarII

too; We fought for the Freedom of America The undefeated Red,White and Blue. Socialism is NOT America's Constitutional goal We're taking our great Nation back! Back to Freedom, back to GOD No more skidding off America's track. So now although we are sure getting older And our fringes may be getting gray; We the People plan to reclaim our land So won't you stand strong with us today? Let's sing louder the "Star Spangled Banner" Let's hum again 'American the Beautiful" too; Let some hot tears roll down your cheeks Many brave soldiers have died for America too. Honor America with the "Pledge of Allegiance" Defend the very Soul of America today; Put your right hand over your heart And Thank God for the Red,White,Blue and Gray! 2013 by Douglas Raymond Rose Member Academy of American Poets

MY DUCT TAPE DAD

My Dad can fix almost anything That's a fact, simple and pure; Just give him a roll of old Duct Tape And he can repair it---that's for sure! ---If maybe something's broken And you think there is no cure; Just give Dad a roll of Duct Tape ---And he'll fix it---that's for sure! My Dad may not be a licensed lumber Or an Electrician that endures; But with a roll of old Duct Tape ---Dad can repair anything for sure! 2013 by Douglas Raymond Rose Member Academy of American Poets

A SALUTE TO OLD GLORY

I'm always at every Ballgame And at all our holiday parades too; I enjoy the bright airy spaces ----And rambling skies of blue. I'm officially present for funerals In fact, I go almost every day; I stand tall but silently alone As others bow their hearts to pray. I go off to all foreign battlefields Where my country's brave have been; I stand erect in school classrooms ----As diverse students all file in. Although I'm not high maintenance I remain fabulously First Class---- My colors of Red,White and Blue ---Are absolutely eternally priceless. I stand strong for American freedoms For all citizens---old and newborn too; My official name is still OLD GLORY --I'll fly forever courageously for you! 2013 by Douglas Raymond Rose Member Academy of American Poets

Pentecost is the fiery breath of God Breathing out to win the lost; In the Book of Acts they received Power The Eternal Power of Pentecost In the Upper Room they all waited Soon came the sound of mighty rushing wind; Tongues of fire fell down upon them As the Lord promised He would send. Pentecost is all about receiving Awesome passionate Power from above Power to live the overcoming life Full of proclaiming Peace, Joy and Love. We Salute the great Power of Pentecost Let's help spread the gospel Good News; Come sweet Holy Spirit we need you Empower us all ages--you and me too. 2013 by Douglas Raymond Rose Member Academy of American Poets

Tuesday, May 14, 2013

MOTHERS ARE NATIONAL TREASURES

"I have eyes in the back of my head: My dear Mother used to say; A Mother knows and understands What a child does not even say/ A Mother's arms are made for tenderness Loving ears for compassionate care; Her dancing eyes are eager to observe What truly is happening there. Her grand heart is ever open All 24 hours of every day A Mother knows and understands What her child does not even say. Her wise advice follows her children All along life's bustling way; Understanding mothers are National Treasures May God Bless all our dear Mothers today. 2013 by Douglas Raymond Rose Member Academy of American Poets

FIRST CHRISTMAS IN HEAVEN

FIRST CHRISTMAS IN HEAVEN (Dedicated to the families who lost their children in the violent school tragedy this week. "The streets are full of boys and girls laying in Heaven." Zechariah 8:5 For all our children up in Heaven This Christmas Prayer we offer now; Although abruptly taken from us-- Safely before God they humbly bow. Like the Wise Men of Ancient Yore Our sincere reverence now we bring; Snuggle our children close to your heart ---O Christmas Savior, Lord and King. Christ---the famous friend of children On your warm lap they now come to call; Please cuddle them closely right next to thee This First Christmas in Heaven, one and all. 2012 by Douglas Raymond Rose Member Academy of American Poets

THANKSGIVING DAY IN THE MORNING

O What a thrill What great cheer-- It's Thanksgiving Day in the Morning 'Tis my most favorite time of the year ----Thanksgiving Day in the Morning! Sniff the sweet rolls Inhale the awesome air-- It's Thanksgiving Day in the Morning Enjoy second helpings now if you dare ---Thanksgiving Day in the Morning Relish the turkey Enjoy plump pumpkin pie-- It's Thanksgiving Day in the Morning But be thankful for your source-supply ---God who made Thanksgiving Morning!

2012 by Douglas Raymond Rose Member Academy of American Poets

TEXAS STARS SHINE BRIGHTEST

We're proud to be called Texans After all--its full of bright Stars; Not just the ones that shine at night But Stars who drive big LIMO cars! Baseball RANGER's owner Nolan Ryan Is from the small town of Alvin true; Mega movie Star Dennis Quaid-- Hails from Houston, Texas too. TV's DALLAS Star Larry Hagman The infamous JR of South Fork fame; Hails from huge Cowtown--FT. WORTH --(Yes, that's how this game is played) Even some of our greatest PRESIDENTS Lyndon Johnson one nataive by name; Hailed from Johnson City, Texas (A great Austin lawyer who's time came) Then George and Laura Bush from Dallas (His Dad from Houston oiltown too) Dont't forget comic Steve Martin from WACO Mike McConneghey and Sandra Bullock too. Funny Carol Burnett's from SAN ANTONIO (Actress Jayne Mansfield from there too; Wise old John Nance Garner our 32nd VPO Born in our great Hill ?Country view. Singer Dale Evans of Roy Rogers fame Came from Uvalde, Texas anew--- STAR TREK actor Gene Riddenberry And Judge Sandra Day O'Connor too. So you see our shining Texas Stars Shine brightly both day and night; So God please bountifully Bless America And keep Texas' Stars shining bright! 2012 by Douglas Raymond Rose Member Academy of American Poets