ANN
LANDRUM STOCKSTILL
ON WHAT BROKEN PATH?
GOD on what path
has the world lead me?
Doors open and
doors close.
Windows of
opportunity appearing and disappearing.
Catastrophic
events causing panic and remorse.
Things
gained and quickly lost as the flood tides sweep them
away.
GOD lead me on the
path of the righteous for your name’s sake,
Help me see the
broader picture in this kaleidoscope of life.
People are lost
sheep but only a few are found.
Make your message
clear to my ears.
You are my rock
and foundation,
As the sun turns
black and the sea folds beneath my feet.
The Valley of
Death is before me,
The Gates of
Heaven are above me,
The raging fires
of Hell are flaming beneath me.
Oh, GOD, have
mercy on my soul,
Set my eyes on the
path of Glory,
Let my ears hear
only your resounding word,
Sweet is the sound
of my Saviour’s name,
In Jesus name,
amen.
Ann Landrum-Stockstill
All rights reserved. May 12,
2014
CHAINED
I am chained,
Caught between two
lovers.
One wild and free
and passionate
When making love
to me.
He takes me to new
heights,
Explosive
lovemaking all during the night.
The other is
steady as a rock,
By his word, I
could set my clock.
Slow and gentle is
his touch,
Like lapping waves
hitting the shore.
They are both in
my head and heart.
One rides fast and
hard,
Finding hiding
places to escape in the dark.
The other is
careful not to hurt,
Soothing and
methodical he heals my heart.
I am chained
between two lovers,
One wild and free
who brings out the passionate side of me.
The other steady
as a rock,
He worships me
with a devotion that will never stop.
I am chained and
don’t know what to do.
Caught in the
middle between the two of them.
I love them
equally the same.
I just am caught
in the middle of a player’s game.
So I am chained.
Ann Landrum Stockstill
August 23, 2015
WHERE HAS LOVE GONE?
God created a
world full of wondrous beauty
Nature’s bounty
knew no end
Gardens of
flowers, garlands of birds
Sunrise, sunsets,
and rolling ocean tides.
Views of
landscapes have changed
Fires rising from
angry crowds
Shots fired,
criminal acts, lives lost
Rivers of tears
for senseless crimes every year.
Where has love
gone?
People out of
control
No rhyme, no
reason, no excuse
Violence instead
of prayers
Broken glass,
broken lives, abandoned hope.
Cries rising from
the smoke
Chaos among unruly
crowds
Where has the love
gone?
Negative energy
abounds
Satan leading
demon resurrection on Earth.
Lost souls
wandering among the ruins
A world out of
control- no one responsible for their actions
Uneducated
children in a circle of violence
Unable it seems to
break the generational cycle.
Where has love
gone?
Stars falling like
tears from the sky
Flowers bowing
their heads in grief
Ocean waves rolling
the shore to wash away debris.
Where has the love
gone?
All rights reserved. September
23, 2016
ANN LANDRUM
ANN
LANDRUM STOCKSTILL, has a Masters of Education degree and taught middle
school and junior high science and English for 35 years. She owns and operates Coyote Creek Ranch and
specializes in Homozygous Paint Horses and APHA/PtHA World Champion Paint
Horses and ship horses internationally.
She began writing
poetry about 2 ½ years ago and uses her experiences involving
nature, her ranch, parole experiences, and love of animals and experiences with
family, friends and parolees in her writing.
She writes Poetry, Children’s books, Short Stories, Novels and Chap
Books. Plus she has contributed to a
number of anthologies incorporating the works of international poets.
Future projects
are two adult novels entitled “THE DARK SIDE” and “Falling from Grace.” Also in the works is a Faction about a
horrific relationship she found herself in that she feels will help other women
see red flags of getting caught in the wrong relationship with
psychopathic/narcissistic men. People
can survive this and that will be one of her goals to pass on. To bring further awareness of these issues of
abuse and Domestic violence, she will soon be co-writing a book with Author
Susan Joyner-Stumpf regarding the same subject matter entitled BEHIND CLOSE
DOORS.
wow Ann how wonderful you have joined us here at Our Poetry Archive.. your poetry is flawless and your talent is outstanding.. many blessing to you Poetess..
ReplyDeleteThank so much Deborah. It is an honor to be among so many talented writers.
DeleteI am endeared to this versatile writer of Children's Books, Chap Books, Faction Books, Poetry and Novels. There is nothing that Ann Landrum Stockstill cannot write about and it not be believable or memorable. She takes life experiences and effortlessly blends them with fantasy and there we have a mix of genre that is both interesting and tantalizing for any poetic palate. I recommend her books for Adults as well as children; she captures any heart that reads her books.
ReplyDeleteSusan you are not only a talented author but my inspiration. Your work is cerebral work that dissects all aspects of humanity. Your love of animals and nature connects us to a greater cause. I appreciate your help with my work and your creative presence in my life.
ReplyDeleteI look forward to our Co Write Book coming up the week of 12/12/2016, BEHIND CLOSED DOORS. It's going to help a lot of people and continue to help US heal as well the wounds in life we suffered (but survived) to tell the Story.
DeleteYou are an awesome analytical writer who is meticulous and intense, refined, orderly and sublime, strong, imaginative, whimsical and unforgettable; while my often darker-nostalgic side, sorrowful hues, helplessly romantic sided qualities dotted with wordplay and poetic sprinkles will make a nice Soup of fascinating and interesting ingredients to please any palate ~ we compliment each other in the best of ways and that will reflect in BEHIND CLOSED DOORS, which will, ironically, open many doors for SOME.
I really enjoyed reading your poetry Ann... Back and forth, yin and yang... the emotions of love....
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