http://slow.writerscafe.org/TexCanaan The original writings of author Gary West en-us Copyright 2026 WritersCafe.org 1776098060 WritersCafe.org RSS Generator 15 I chase the shadows of my lifeLike an image in the windowI walk on paths as thin as iceI am the chaser of shadowsThe shutters swing this way and thatLike a branch sways as the wind blowsI cannot see where it is atI am the chaser of shadowsA hint of movement to my rightMy .. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/TexCanaan/1421019/ Little Jenny scrubbed her hands across her eyesTrying to wipe away the tearsShe did not want to weep, she did not want to cry For the loss of a loved one so dearShe wanted to be strong, to show everyoneThat she could handle the painBut her grandpa saw her eyes, he could see the hurt insi.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/TexCanaan/1411934/ A book on lonely table layThe pages open wideA quill within the Writer's handAn inkwell guards the sideCareful tracing letter formsCommunicates on pageAs the Writer gently pensThe lessons learned of ageA page is filled and dried and turnedThe ink now witness bearsA messag.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/TexCanaan/1406469/ Daddy loved his little girlAnd she was all he hadTo him, that child was his whole worldJust Mindy and her dadMommy left the year beforeA crash took her awayWith Jesus now, on Heaven's shoreShe watches them each dayDaddy taught his girl to walkAnd watched her learn to runEncouraged as she learned to .. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/TexCanaan/1395993/ You taught me how to be who I should beYou taught me what it feels like to believeYou were there when I needed prayerYou made me a better meYou held my hand, gave me strength to standYou were what I aspired to be.I wish you could seeWhat you mean to meYou fought on your kneesTo s.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/TexCanaan/1392891/ In my arms, my childClose thy eyesIn my arms, dear childFind thy restFor no matter how the beasts may howlOr how their teeth may glisten sharpThey'll not harm you, childIn my armsDarkness wanes, my childAt daybreakDarkness wanes, dear childFor 'tis timeAnd shadows crawl away toward the westAs by lov.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/TexCanaan/1389674/ A fond farewell. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/TexCanaan/1385721/ A tale of hope . . . http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/TexCanaan/1383270/ Days go by, we live our lives, she is always thereWe see her, but we don'tShe exists, she watches us; she thinks we don't careA smile on her ruby lips; it is all just liesIf we could read her thoughtsWatch her smile now, very close; doesn't reach her eyesVery smart, she's a writer, pen always in han.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/TexCanaan/1379888/ Just a silly rhyme, just for laughs. :D http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/TexCanaan/1377124/ Scars are ugly.They mar, they disfigure, and they mutilate. They invoke disgust and distrust in people who see them, as though they are the marks of dreadful secrets and horrid sins. But is that all?You see, scars paint pictures, spell words, tell stories. They testify to the trials and trib.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/TexCanaan/1375963/ Every timeI close my eyesThere is a place I goThere is no painThere are no tearsThere's just a peaceful glowMy family andMy friends are thereJust a thought awayOften nowI visit themAnd share a friendly stayThose now goneWho've passed beyondThey all patient waitWhen I go thereI'm right on timeAnd not.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/TexCanaan/1367681/ A cautionary tale of pride . . . http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/TexCanaan/1365183/ One man's perception of reality. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/TexCanaan/1363947/