http://slow.writerscafe.org/mckenna_bird2012 The original writings of author McKenna en-us Copyright 2026 WritersCafe.org 1776264435 WritersCafe.org RSS Generator 15 In my unique worlds, global and personal both, Realizing I can’t solve the world’s problems For me, is saddening yet realistic Because I know, in ways: Actions, deeds and words Mammoth or miniscule Our compassion Shines. POVERTY No food, water, hope, shelter True lack of nourishment (Eve.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/mckenna_bird2012/525962/ My family’s roots go beneath the surface, they love me all the way into the depths of my mind, body and soul, leaving a nature based worldview, consumed with an absolutely breathtaking rainbow of compassion, love and values instilled in me.One part of my personal world is blooming colorfully w.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/mckenna_bird2012/525961/ Deep inside my spiritual realmsDoors open; doors closeOpportunities rise; setPositive; negativeDecisionsInjustice awakens my mind & soulMy spirit roars gentlyJustice will prevail!There is HopeWhy am I on Earth?Striving towards my individual potentialLeading a balanced lifeServing the worldFaith,.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/mckenna_bird2012/525959/ http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/mckenna_bird2012/525957/ We are united in feminismSpecial individuals and women Dreaming with loveProviding hopeEmpoweringOur background is not importantRiches, rags, genius, averageStanding up togetherRemaining strongCourageousBeauty lying within us allBody, mind and soulOur dazzling spiritsAm.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/mckenna_bird2012/481835/    In a breath, there’s life and death, with death spiraling and tempting her from every bone in her body to her spirit and in her twisted head.The girl believes that mysterious roads that lie ahead are filled with nothing but gloom and dread.The dark shadows override .. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/mckenna_bird2012/451705/ this poem goes with a picture for the contest "All this photo can be" ...the photo wouldn't upload for me :( http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/mckenna_bird2012/434111/ Kaleidoscope of Observations Part One http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/mckenna_bird2012/423405/  The golden sun of life, awakening and sleepingThe sliver of silver moon, guarding your choices, your family, and friends, and yourselfOn some days, my willow tree cannot cease to stop weeping…On those nights, my silver moon directs my woes to my stable [but at times, shaking] me.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/mckenna_bird2012/423403/     Possessed by demons, followed by shadows, her heart is rapidly beating, and death is thus far, the only culprit.  4 .. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/mckenna_bird2012/421023/  In Japan, a young girl creates a beauty from something so cruel and uglyStruck by illness, violence, war, and hatred; but nothing of her fault, she is scared but not alone; scarred but not brokenFruitful, symbolic and multicolored beauty that she is creating, her fingers moving quickly o.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/mckenna_bird2012/421021/  I am free as a bird, soaring in the beautiful blue sky, landing in a lush green treeI am as caged as a trapped lion, with an escape from abuse and captivity being just a mirageI am as fearful as a neglected teen, her life filled with hope, stereotypes and the unknown-fearful, but just tr.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/mckenna_bird2012/421018/  As the sun pours in and brightens the pale blue walls of my den, through the fingerprinted window, I watch the outside clouds, floating by, like fluffy pillows. I smile contentedly, and push back the silky curtains to get a better glimpse of the rapidly growing, brightly colored willow. .. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/mckenna_bird2012/418075/