Jim Yerman Poems

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Echoes

Our grandchildren have returned home, we had a wonderful time
I’m almost too tired from all the fun to complete this daily rhyme.

The house seems a little empty, but wait, how can that be?
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# My Philosophy

What kind of society have we become? Is this the start of our demise?
When so many people for no reason berate and criticize?
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Words

Words are only combinations of letters formed within our heads
But they have the ability to evoke emotions the moment they are said.

A word by itself is not beautiful or ugly, complimentary or demeaning
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Memory

From the first time I laid eyes on them I’ve loved the paintings of Monet.
I love the subjects, love the impressions and the way the colors interplay.

I’ve also loved da Vinci’s Mona Lisa, I like to linger with her awhile
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Who Am I?

Three events occurred yesterday that served to mystify
As they compelled me to answer a simple question and wonder...Who am I?

First, an old friend posted a picture of my class from back in 7th grade
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Our First Thanksgiving Dinner

The first Thanksgiving dinner in the New World was held in 1621
That feast lasted three days before the Pilgrims and Indians were done.
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Our Second Thanksgiving Dinner

Yesterday at 12: 55 our enthusiasm increased
As we met Ava at her school for our second Thanksgiving feast.
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What Might Have Been

Every now and then an evil so horrific rises up unexpectedly
And we realize we’re not as civilized as we would like to be.
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A Choice Every One Of Us Can Make

Dayna Morales, ever heard of her? I didn’t until just the other day
She’s a waitress in New Jersey who wasn’t tipped simply because she is gay.
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The Evolution Of Camping

This Thanksgiving the kids are off camping in a tent that’s waterproof
While Deborah and I are staying dry under the safety of our roof.

Yes, when you reach a certain age it is comfort that impels
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