Today's Poem Today Photo by i yunmai on Unsplash. Diet Mentality Why is happiness Tied so closely to a small Number on the scale?
Diet Mentality
Poetry
Write Your Own Ending
Today's Poem Today Photo by Benoit Gauzere on Unsplash. Write Your Own Ending If how you spend time Creates who you will become: “I’m on my way to…”
Gut Check
Today's Poem Today Photo by Javardh on Unsplash. Gut Check The niggle I feel Genuine, deep in my core I’ll listen to that
Easter
Today's Poem Today Photo by Dave Hoefler on Unsplash Easter Easter dawn rises Bright, blue sky, newly green grass Listen! The earth sings
Return, after COVID
Today's Poem Today Photo by Ben White on Unsplash. Return, after COVID Seeing you at church Filled my longing soul with joy It’s good to be back
Good Friday
Today's Poem Today Photo by Wim van 't Einde on Unsplash. Good Friday How is today "good?" Confusion reigns, yet I trust God's plan for His world.
National Poetry Writing Month
Today's Poem Today Photo by Trust "Tru" Katsande on Unsplash. National Poetry Writing Month A reason to write! A-poem-a-day starts now It’s NaPoWriMo
Optimism
Photo by Devin Avery on Unsplash. Today's Poem Today Optimism Coffee tells the day We can do anything, so what shall we do first?
Gray Day
Photo by Kira auf der Heide on Unsplash. Today's Poem Today Gray Day A rainy morning says, slow down, no need to rush savor this gift
Nesting
Today's Poem Today Photo by Gaelle Marcel on Unsplash. Nesting Cool, frosty mornings nudge the nesting instinct, and I must cook and bake
Be Present
Today's Poem Today Photo by Sam Derkach on Unsplash. Be Present Frosted grass sparkles When I look out my front door. I'll worry later.
Sleep-writing
Today's Poem Today Photo by Javardh on Unsplash. Sleep-writing I wrote a haiku in the middle of the night --but I forgot it.
Coffee Date
Today's Poem Today Photo by Zane Lee on Unsplash. Coffee Date Anticipating a visit with a good friend makes a pleasant day
Patience
Today's Poem Today Photo by Tyler Nix on Unsplash. Patience Quiet thunder rolls Resolving eager tension The teapot is hot
The Aftermath of Pretty
Today's Poem Today Photo by Alex Motoc on Unsplash. The Aftermath of Pretty Sounds of leaf blowers Call out through the morning calm Let's clean up this mess
Missed a Day
Today's Poem Today Photo by Aaron Fernando on Unsplash. Missed a Day A new habit falls easily to the wayside Start again today
Really?
Today's Poem Today Photo by Bookblock on Unsplash. Really? "Out of the habit." My only, sad excuse for, "Why aren't you writing."
Results Unknown
Today's Poem Today Photo by Artiom Vallat on Unsplash. Results Unknown Sun's up this morning Autumn air is crisp and clear Our lives continue
Civic Duty
Today's Poem Today Photo by Glen Carrie on Unsplash. Civic Duty It's Election Day. Go vote, go vote, go vote -- Go! Vote! Go vote, go vote.
After Rain
Today's Poem Today Photo by Robert Katzki on Unsplash. After Rain A young fox explores. A fresh breeze accompanies The songs of bathed birds.
Camping
Today’s Poem Today Photo by Susan Isaacs. Camping Beautiful June night For hot dogs over the fire Sharing time with friends
Cut & Color
Today's Poem Today Photo by Shari Sirotnak on Unsplash. Cut & Color Adventure awaits Anything is possible With a new hair style
Ministry
Today's Poem Today Photo by Annie Spratt on Unsplash. Ministry We can minister Without working for the church Empathy is key
Poetry
Today's Poem Today Photo by Phoebe Strafford on Unsplash. Poetry Writing gratitude Seeing beauty in the dark As well as the light
RV to the Rescue
Today's Poem Today RV to the Rescue A/C out at home First camping trip of the year Is in our driveway
We’re Listening
Today's Poem Today We’re Listening Humility hurts But not as much as seeing Humanity hurt
Meh.
Today's Poem Today Photo by Guilherme Stecanella on Unsplash. Meh. No time to lose heart When you’re tired and uninspired Write something, at least
Rest
Today's Poem Today Photo by Robert V. Ruggiero on Unsplash. Rest The breeze cajoles me -- Let yourself be, just be here With a grateful heart
Late Spring Morning
Today's Poem Today Mug by Prouty Pottery, Rapid City, SD. Photo by Susan Isaacs. Late Spring Morning Writing in the screened porch Gorgeous morning for coffee And introspection
Renewal
Today's Poem Today Photo by raquel raclette on Unsplash. Renewal Morning writing speaks Fresh hope, wonder, potential Not felt at midnight
We Begin
Today's Poem Today Photo source: National Museum of the Netherlands. http://europeana.eu/ We Begin Always we begin again. Always we begin again. Always we begin --Credit to St. Benedict
A Beautiful Day
Today's Poem Today Photo by Susan Isaacs. A Beautiful Day Yesterday was a Perfect combination of Friendship, flying, food
I Dreamed I was Writing.
Today's Poem Today Photo by Tim Foster on Unsplash. I dreamed I was writing. Words marched In precision parade, Each following each, Waiting at the tip of my pen To be revealed -- To fulfill its purpose. Words grew Into a battalion, Proud to stand together, Ready to be struck down To serve the greater … Continue reading I Dreamed I was Writing.
Snapshot
Today's Poem Today Photo by pine watt on Unsplash. Snapshot Haiku as journal Gives a glimpse into each day But only a glimpse
Cloudy Morning
Today's Poem Today Photo by Rodrigo Rodriguez on Unsplash. Cloudy Morning Dawn hit snooze today Snuggled in a bed of clouds She waited to shine
Sunshine
Today's Poem Today Photo by Zwaddi on Unsplash. Sunshine Brilliant morning sun Energizing the spirit Renewing the earth
Day 71
Today's Poem Today Photo by Toa Heftiba on Unsplash. Day 71 Always life unfolds As it will forevermore I’m done counting days
Day 70
Today's Poem Today Photo by Susan Isaacs. Day 70Blew off my routineTo hang out with the hubbyWe're going flying
Day 69
Today's Poem Today Photo by Kelly Sikkema on Unsplash. Day 69 Back to church today Training for sanitizing Masses resume soon
Day 67
Today's Poem Today Photo by Carolanne Gauthier on Unsplash. Day 67 So sunny and bright I may go do some yard work It’ll shock my husband
Day 66
Today's Poem Today Photo by Danielle MacInnes on Unsplash. Day 66 Reclaim healthy ways Morning journaling, fresh air, And meditation
Day 65
Today's Poem Today Day 65 Late to the party Urgent matter to attend Purchased a toilet
Day 64
Today's Poem Today Image by dograapps from Pixabay. Day 64 It's an occasion Our son came for a visit Dinner and board games
Day 61
Today's Poem Today Photo by Jez Timms on Unsplash. Day 61 Saturday Morning Off to the farmers market For local honey
Day 60
Today's Poem Today Photo by Priscilla Du Preez on Unsplash. Day 60 I’m not sure there’s a poem in me right now
Day 59: Insomnia
Today's Poem Today Photo by Ihor Malytskyi on Unsplash. Insomnia ~ thief of tonight’s dreams and tomorrow’s coherent sentences
Day 58
Today's Poem Today Photo by Caroline Hernandez on Unsplash. Day 58 Seeing friends today From a safe distance, of course Still missing the hugs
Day 56
Today's Poem Today Day 56 Blood donation day Big beef lunch coming right up Juice, cookies later
Mother’s Day (Day 55)
Today's Poem Today Photo by Mike on Unsplash. Mother’s Day (Day 55) Can’t visit my mom So I’ll zoom all my love in Gratitude for hers.
Day 54
Today's Poem Today Photo by Gregory Pappas on Unsplash. Day 54 Beautiful morning Late frost and no alarm mean Snuggling in bed late
Day 19
Poems During a Pandemic Poems During a Pandemic has been a limited companion series to Today’s Poems Today. This entry is the last in the series, as all others (beginning with Day 16, written on April 1) have been previously posted. Day 19 Morning rhythm off Facebook cut in early so This is my haiku
Day 52
Today's Poem Today Photo by Dan Dimmock on Unsplash Day 52 Dreamed I was taking A poetry class -- “Do it,” You might be thinking.
Day 20
Poems During a Pandemic Poems During a Pandemic is a limited companion series to Today’s Poems Today. Here you will find the poems I have written since April 1 (day 16 of my sheltering in place). Each evening I’ll post a previously unshared poem working backward in time, one-poem-a-day, until we get back to April … Continue reading Day 20
Day 21
Poems During a Pandemic Poems During a Pandemic is a limited companion series to Today’s Poems Today. Here you will find the poems I have written since April 1 (day 16 of my sheltering in place). Each evening I’ll post a previously unshared poem working backward in time, one-poem-a-day, until we get back to April … Continue reading Day 21
Day 22
Poems During a Pandemic Poems During a Pandemic is a limited companion series to Today’s Poems Today. Here you will find the poems I have written since April 1 (day 16 of my sheltering in place). Each evening I’ll post a previously unshared poem working backward in time, one-poem-a-day, until we get back to April … Continue reading Day 22
Day 50
Today's Poem Today Photo by Shirley Tittermary on Unsplash Day 50 We’re up and at ‘em I need to write a haiku And sip my coffee
Day 23
Poems During a Pandemic Poems During a Pandemic is a limited companion series to Today’s Poems Today. Here you will find the poems I have written since April 1 (day 16 of my sheltering in place). Each evening I’ll post a previously unshared poem working backward in time, one-poem-a-day, until we get back to April … Continue reading Day 23
Day 24
Poems During a Pandemic Poems During a Pandemic is a limited companion series to Today’s Poems Today. Here you will find the poems I have written since April 1 (day 16 of my sheltering in place). Each evening I’ll post a previously unshared poem working backward in time, one-poem-a-day, until we get back to April … Continue reading Day 24
Day 48
Today's Poem Today Photo by Jaka Škrlep on Unsplash. Day 48 Jesus, Good Shepherd We can be rebellious sheep Thanks for your mercy
Day 25
Poems During a Pandemic Poems During a Pandemic is a limited companion series to Today’s Poems Today. Here you will find the poems I have written since April 1 (day 16 of my sheltering in place). Each evening I’ll post a previously unshared poem working backward in time, one-poem-a-day, until we get back to April … Continue reading Day 25
Day 47
Today's Poem Today Day 47 A spark of insight Reveals an exciting path -- Possibilities
Day 26
Poems During a Pandemic Poems During a Pandemic is a limited companion series to Today’s Poems Today. Here you will find the poems I have written since April 1 (day 16 of my sheltering in place). Each evening I’ll post a previously unshared poem working backward in time, one-poem-a-day, until we get back to April … Continue reading Day 26
Day 46
Today's Poem Today Day 46 Well, this introvert Has had enough alone time. Who’d have ever thought...
Day 28
Poems During a Pandemic Poems During a Pandemic is a limited companion series to Today’s Poems Today. Here you will find the poems I have written since April 1 (day 16 of my sheltering in place). Each evening I’ll post a previously unshared poem working backward in time, one-poem-a-day, until we get back to April … Continue reading Day 28
Day 45
Today's Poem Today Day 45 Trees, flowers renew While inside I’m longing for Springtime for my soul
Day 29
Poems During a Pandemic Poems During a Pandemic is a limited companion series to Today’s Poems Today. Here you will find the poems I have written since April 1 (day 16 of my sheltering in place). Each evening I’ll post a previously unshared poem working backward in time, one-poem-a-day, until we get back to April … Continue reading Day 29
Day 44
Today's Poem Today Day 44 No haiku today I don’t really feel like it Well, maybe just this
Day 30
Poems During a Pandemic Poems During a Pandemic is a limited companion series to Today’s Poems Today. Here you will find the poems I have written since April 1 (day 16 of my sheltering in place). Each evening I’ll post a previously unshared poem working backward in time, one-poem-a-day, until we get back to April … Continue reading Day 30
Day 43
Today's Poem Today Day 43 Praying for people With mysterious symptoms Lord, not corona
Day 42
Today's Poem Today Day 42 A haiku-a-day Isn’t so hard, you just need To count your syl-la-
Day 32
Poems During a Pandemic Poems During a Pandemic is a limited companion series to Today’s Poems Today. Here you will find the poems I have written since April 1 (day 16 of my sheltering in place). Each evening I’ll post a previously unshared poem working backward in time, one-poem-a-day, until we get back to April … Continue reading Day 32
Day 41
Today's Poem Today Day 41 Arguing about Nonsense because we’re running Out of things to do
Day 33
Poems During a Pandemic Poems During a Pandemic is a limited companion series to Today’s Poems Today. Here you will find the poems I have written since April 1 (day 16 of my sheltering in place). Each evening I’ll post a previously unshared poem working backward in time, one-poem-a-day, until we get back to April … Continue reading Day 33
Day 40
Today's Poem Today Day 40 It's been forty days Like another Lent this year We still wait with hope
Day 34
Poems During a Pandemic Poems During a Pandemic is a limited companion series to Today’s Poems Today. Here you will find the poems I have written since April 1 (day 16 of my sheltering in place). Each evening I’ll post a previously unshared poem working backward in time, one-poem-a-day, until we get back to April … Continue reading Day 34
Day 39 — A & B
Today's Poem Today It's a twofer again, today. I woke up thinking about A, then looked in the mirror and got B. 39A Bad habits must stop Ten o’clock bedtime tonight I said so, that’s why 39B It’s hairmageddon The threat of crafting shears And boxed dye looms near
Day 35
Poems During a Pandemic Poems During a Pandemic is a limited companion series to Today’s Poems Today. Here you will find the poems I have written since April 1 (day 16 of my sheltering in place). Each evening I’ll post a previously unshared poem working backward in time, one-poem-a-day, until we get back to April … Continue reading Day 35
Day 37.5 & Day 38
Today's Poem Today This morning's entry is a twofer. Day 37.5 was written during the night as I mulled over the day before. Day 38 is less than 15 minutes old. It would have been more appropriate for Earth Day yesterday, perhaps, but it wasn't raining here then. Day 37.5 Mild anxiety Like a hum … Continue reading Day 37.5 & Day 38
Day 16
Photo by Adi Goldstein on Unsplash. Day 16 Habit tracking is saving me -- Mostly. Daily goals fill the time. Journaling, reflexive now. Seven thousand steps, Nearly a given. Reading, writing, and meditation Battle it out -- almost always make it Except meditation, lately. Newer on the scene, appearing More days than not: Ten hours … Continue reading Day 16
Stuck Safe
Stuck ~ at home. ~ I feel mired. ~ Can't get into ~ my car and go where ~ I darn well wan to go. ~ Time stands still 'til I'm
My Tiny Editor
Photo from Unsplash.com. My Tiny Editor She nags, wags, frets, flags poo-poos, eschews, says you’re a loser as a poet. She deletes, repeats, never retreats doubts, shouts, thinks about hushes, shushes, says not much is good here and you know it.
Caught on the Playground
Photo by Markus Spiske on Unsplash. Caught on the Playground On the monkey bars swinging wildly from insecurity to irrationality to insecurity to irrationality; On the merry-go-round whipping ‘round and ‘round, Now what? Now what? Now what? Climbing the tall ladder of angst to ride the slide into deep despair; Hopscotching over happiness; Then, tagged … Continue reading Caught on the Playground
The Lost Needle
Photo by Susan Fischbach Isaacs. The Lost Needle I just lost my embroidery needle: so small I can only thread it by muscle memory or magic, so sharp and fine I wear a leather thimble so the dull end won’t stab my finger every time I push a stitch through. I know I shouldn’t have … Continue reading The Lost Needle
The Perfect Shade of Joy
Here's a new, quick, fun poem from an assignment, “to write about discovering something.” Photo from https://psychologenie.com/the-power-of-colors-their-meanings. The Perfect Shade of Joy There is a joy that comes with a new discovery. Life can be so ordinary and predictable. At a certain age we’ve experienced everything -- or hope we have. We aren’t expecting well, … Continue reading The Perfect Shade of Joy
Unread Books
I'll be writing poetry for a class for the next few months. Some of them will show up here as Saturday Reflections. Enjoy. My cairns. Photo by Susan Fischbach Isaacs Unread Books The clean, prairie landscape of her coffee table is obscured by cairns not of stones, but of books: The stack of three, from … Continue reading Unread Books
When I’m in It
Woman and dog; English studio portrait, c. 1900. Photo copyright Mary E. Thurston, Argus Communications, Allen , TX. It’s hard to see my way out when I’m in it Long, impossible weeks stretch ahead, fatigue, disinterest -- in anything; even my favorite foods don’t appeal I know -- because I know -- that there is … Continue reading When I’m in It
What is Christmas?
Quilt by Susan Isaacs and Eldora Fiscbach. Photo by Susan Isaacs. This installment of Revisited is my first ever piece of published writing. My poem, “What is Christmas?” appeared in our local weekly newspaper, The Faith Independent, on December 6, 1978. I was 13 years old and had written the poem in my bedroom at … Continue reading What is Christmas?
Wedded Bliss: 34 Years Later
I'm sharing this again, although I first posted it about five years ago and originally wrote it almost 25 years ago. Today is Dean's and my 34th wedding anniversary. Our story has grown in a myriad unexpected ways that have only made us a better couple through the years, but I will never tire of … Continue reading Wedded Bliss: 34 Years Later
POETRY
Today's Revisited appeared in Prairie Winds Anthology, published by the Prairie Winds Project in 1983. I didn't know it at the time, but it's an acrostic.
45MPH, Tops
This week's Revisited I wrote just for fun sometime in the late 1990's. My husband and I had been driving on the Interstate in his old truck a day or so before. This poem has not previously been published.
Untitled, 1983
Today's Revisited originally appeared in Prairie Winds Anthology, 1983, a publication of the Prairie Winds Project. How can such a small, simple word like lovebe so much harder to say than cinnamon? Susan FischbachGrade 12Faith High School
Untitled, 1981
For the inaugural Revisited we’re going almost all the way back to the beginning. This little ditty appeared in Prairie Winds Anthology, 1981, a statewide publication which celebrated the creative endeavors of South Dakota high school students.
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