Author, Nanette M. Buchanan

Taking it a step further….takes a motivational force….
Taking it a step further…..
Is the difference between self-destruction or a positive course.

Taking it a step further…takes inner strength, courage and faith.
Taking it a step further….
Is to continue not knowing, those who love you and those who hate.

Taking it a step further….is to move on and on
Taking it a step further….
Is to create a path, build a bridge, or make a road.
When the highway’s gone.

Taking it a step further….is planting… Continue

Golden Promises

I thank God daily for I am the parent of a loving daughter and son.
I’ve been blessed with good friends, balanced spiritually and able to handle
the responsibility made for two and abandoned by one.
The promise made between you and I made be determined to complete the task
I gave them the love you failed to give which made them strong and steadfast.
I instilled in them the importance of values, morals and respect
And during your rare visits they knew nothing about your woes,
emp… Continue

Ms. Smith

Look, there out the window, isn’t that Ms. Smith?
She’s so well dressed; her beauty truly a gift.
You say those children all belong to her
Oh what a blessing to a proud husband, I’m sure.
What, no husband?
One, two, three boys and the girl carrying the bags,
My, my, what happened on the path she chose?
She had blossomed to be a rose.
No, no don’t say that, her life is a common fad…
Wait one minute that limp she never had!
You say she took to alcohol and drugs,
What you say the men in… Continue

A part of our being, a part of our soul,
has taken his place in the Heavens, where his wings will unfold.

His earthly troubles, burdens, pains and fears,
were left at the Pearly Gates, as we heard the news of his passing,
memories of his incredible talent brought on the tears.

He was embraced, given his robe and adorned with a Golden Crown.
The angels gave him a glorious welcome, cheering as he performed; singing, rejoicing and yes, moon-walking around.

He realized he was home, where he would… Continue