Chapters of My Life
A Collection of Poetry
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You Never Left Me
When I thought I couldn't go on
You were with me
When the tears flooded my eyes and I could not see
You were with me
When I couldn't sleep
When I feel weak
You're with me
When I had no friends on whom I could depend
You were with me
When I was sad and lonely
You were with me
When I was confused and didn't know
You showed me which way to go
You were with me
When my way didn't work- only your will
You told me to be still and wait
You are with me
There comes a time in everyone's life when we feel as though we're alone. There may even be times when we question whether or not God has abandoned us. Know that He will never leave nor forsake you. When we are weak He's our strength. When that special someone is missing from our lives, our Father is with us. As we sleep and slumber, He protects us. We are never alone.
Oooh! You Be Testin' Me!
The harder I try you be testin' me!
When I innocently look away... When I'm at ease and gay
There you are testin' me!
My patience. My tongue. My conscience. My will.
You be testin' me!
When all is right... When my days are sunny and bright
You be testin' me!
When I'm having fun; a new task I've just begun
You be testin' me!
At work; on the phone... won't you just leave me alone!
No, you be testin' me!
My spirit. My pride. My confident stride. You can't stand it.
You be testin' me!
But test after test
Yes, I still will succeed
And you keep on testin' me!
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About the Book
"Chapters of My Life" is a poetic expression of the many phases of life through which the author R. Michelle has traveled. Often referring to herself metaphorically, as a butterfly, with the stroke of a pen she has captured the realities as well as the fantasies of transformation; from the youthful larva through the restrictive cacoon into a brilliant, colorful, free creature. The words will drive you into a state of mesmerization. Come and observe the metamorphisis of one of God's wonderful, exhilerating creations.There is certain to be a word for you...
Each piece is without question an original however,they are not those of the author. All come from the benefactor; the source. Through this transformation R. Michelle has learned that she is the essence of the source. It is not one purchased nor one acquired through classroom lessons, that is unless you consider living in this world to be the philosophical classroom.
"My gift..." is to encourage, motivate, remind, initiate whatever it is that someone else has momentarily loss sight of. My gift is to bless others. This is my gift. Through my gift...it is my prayer that you will utilize your gift for its purpose.
Indulge yourself in the gift..." but as you partake do not neglect to get only your portion. You see "the gift..." in its entirety is not for any one. There may be only one line for you. It may be two or three poems. Or there may be an entire section or chapter for you.
In "My gift..." you will find nourishment created specifically for you, if you read with the Spirit not your mind.
About the Author
My writings began about twelve years ago as "my journal". It was my way of venting; emitting. One day a friend suggested I publish them in a book. I laughed replying," Nobody wants to read this. These are my deepest thoughts; my inner-most feelings . And I don't want to share them with anyone. You weren't even supposed to read them." What I had failed to realize was that my deepest thoughts were actually poetic short stories that just so happen to be true and their purpose was not to be kept closed up inside a journal for my benefit only. Through growth I have become one who is free! So I began writing more frequently with the intent of writing poems. I even began writing about things which I myself had not experienced but the woman, the African-American woman especially, has experienced. Many reflect on and/or were generated from pain, sadness, anger, misfortunes, love, and the like. The words will touch you and hopefully motivate you to accept your freedom! Prepare yourself for the study session of your life or should I say of My Life!