http://slow.writerscafe.org/idratherwrite The original writings of author I'd Rather Write en-us Copyright 2026 WritersCafe.org 1776007311 WritersCafe.org RSS Generator 15 In dedication to all prayerful parents throughout the world . . . http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/idratherwrite/1154533/ To all of my children and anyone else who takes interest in reading these writings,  The following is a collection of true short stories while I served in Japan during my Marine Corps days from 1981 to 1984. I was 19 years old when I began my tour of duty in Japan and 21 years old when I re.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/idratherwrite/846318/ Words of encouragement. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/idratherwrite/846310/ A collection of poems and stories for my children. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/idratherwrite/846297/ A story about respecting those who overcome their major indifferences and accept themselves as they are. Their positive attitudes can teach us a lesson about the negative ways we view ourselves. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/idratherwrite/845881/ The moral of the story? . . . Never blindly travel into unknown territory alone. It may be the last trip you’ll ever take. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/idratherwrite/845880/ A story about respecting the valuable customs, traditions, and lives of others. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/idratherwrite/845879/ http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/idratherwrite/845878/ A fun poem for all ages! http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/idratherwrite/845874/ A message to my first daughter written in a poem in 2011. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/idratherwrite/845871/ In dedication to everyone throughout the world who loves to write--to those who feel that it is in their blood to express themselves through their creative word-forming art. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/idratherwrite/845869/ I must believe in myself. Although every day is the birthOf a new personality in nature And of new challenges in attitudesAnd mixed opinions from others around me,They are days in which I am blessed to be aliveAnd which I am given new opportunities to succeed.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/idratherwrite/845867/ My swollen heart;Brittle to painful memories of the past;Tender to my own harsh criticisms;Slowly erodingFrom constant drips of rue into my bloodstream . . .Day . . .After Day . . .After Day.. . . If I could only make thingsright this day. Death strikes at the .. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/idratherwrite/845861/  *Every day,Whether your life isHappily as high as the stars Or sadly as low as the bottomless pit,               Boldly take a step forward      O    &nbs.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/idratherwrite/845850/ We cannot buy friendship,But we can buy gifts for others and Thank them from our heartsFor being our friends.  Nor can we buy happiness,But we can joyfully spread it to others Who are desperately searching for it,Whether spiritually, monetarily,Or by putting food on.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/idratherwrite/845838/ The most valuable gold on earthIs that seen in the early morning skyAs we arise from our sleepAnd begin another blessed, new day of life. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/idratherwrite/845835/ Motivational poem for my children. My message is to be strong, have faith, always try your best, and never give up believing in yourself, no matter how difficult life is or how alone you may feel. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/idratherwrite/845833/