Long Time, No Talk

Good Morning Folks 🙏🏽 🌄 it is a fine, beautiful Wednesday hump day here in Central Valley California 😀 I just got back from a walk, another decent length one. This one, I got in just shy of 5 miles. Probably could have pushed myself to go further, but I was starting to feel pain in my left knee and ankles. I think if I am going to keep these walks up, I’m going to need some ankle wraps and a knee support to help with the pain.

The fact that I am keeping up with these walks, even though I put myself in more pain than if I didn’t, shows the perseverance that I have to get through other obstacles in life.

Enjoy this little piece of 5-minute poetry that I just wrote for this post:

Life has its up and down moments,
If we did not suffer through pain,
Maybe we could have Peace in this world.
A Phoenix rises after it falls,
So can you rise if you fall.
Take one day at a time,
For each day is a gift that God gives us.
Good days come and go,
Bad days are only a blimp in time,
Each stride you take through the day,
Make it count towards the goals you have set today.


I hope each of you has a blessed Wednesday 🙌 no matter the struggles you may be going through to survive.

God Bless 🙌

And as I always say: Peace ✌🏽 Love ❤️ and Rock&Roll 🤘🏼

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My Love For You – A Poem

Good morning, afternoon or evening wherever you may be. Below is a poem I wrote in about five minutes while I was putting away laundry this morning, the 2nd of October, in the year 2023, for my wife, the love of my life. She means the world 🌎 to me, and I am in awe of the hard work that she continues to put out despite how difficult it is to be away from me and the children for days at a time. I hope you all enjoy this small little piece of poetry that is dedicated to her.

My beautiful wife, Tiffany, while we were out having breakfast together on one of the rare days we get to enjoy together.

Fire in your eyes, a heartbeat I can see
For centuries, I have searched
Longing for the breath of life you give
Tragedy struck me before I could find you
Damaged I am, longing for a touch as soft as yours
For centuries, I searched
Only to find you when I was at my darkest
A step away from ending the battle
Your soul reached out to me
A fire in your eyes that saved me from Hell
Longing again for your gentle touch
I raised Hell to be by your side
Till Death do us Part my darling
We are but One, tethered together for eternity.

Greed Manifesting – A Poem

Life is but a thrill seeking darkness, all of the answers lying in wait but never within reach.
The power that money has over humanity,
It’s a lustful desire so demanding.
For fear is all-consuming, ever lustful for a lick of flesh.
Neverending darkness for those who seek out money, may it be a shame to never see the glory of such manifestation.
Do not underestimate the power it may hold over you, for you may never truly understand the Devil’s work.

Dawn from Shadows: A Resilience Reborn – a Poem

In realms of tumult, scorched by life’s cruel plight,
A vessel empty, lost in the darkest night.
Reared in shadows, where innocence was slain,
A soul in struggle, binded by the chains.

The echoes from yesteryears loom large,
An advantage misused, a malicious discharge.
The clamorous chaos of an unforgiving past,
Haunts the corridors of a heart, so downcast.

Risen from the ashes of a tormented youth,
Striving for truths, grown from falsehood’s root.
A journey inward, to heal the deepest scars,
Against the dark, a man learns to count stars.

Against the tide of bitterness that looms,
From this shattered heart, a new resolve blooms
Bearing the weight of pain, from years in decay,
He yearns for the dawn, breaks from the gray.

The strength within, a beacon in the night
Naming his fears, readying for the fight.
Unlocking shackles that held him in disdain,
She is freeing his essence from its rusted chain.

He, a wounded healer, walked the winding path,
Against the winds of dread, bracing life’s wrath.
Now, a man, where once stood a scared child,
Born again from fire—tamed, yet wild.

In search of himself, lost in life’s grueling maze,
Gazing at reflections of his battered days.
A man in the mirror, his past, he must brave,
To find his true self and the future, he will pave.

Beneath the weight of the past, he shan’t crumble,
Resilient heart beats, in rhythm humbles.
In the ruins of his past, he finds his might,
Lighting the darkness, with his inner light.

An emblem of courage, of an arduous fight won,
Plucked from abyss, under the same azure sun.
Wounded yet healed, muted yet voiced,
An emblem of resilience, a tale of a life rejoiced.

Thus, he journeys through shadows into the day,
From his past, he emerges—branded, yet unswayed.
A testament to survival, of courage not surrendered,
In a world that once broke him, today he’s remembered.

Against all odds, he has found his way,
A beacon of resilience amidst the gloom, Life’s Stray.
Unyielding in his spirit, in the face of tempest’s blow,
A man once lost, now found, in his Light’s soft glow.

Motivational Poetry #1

Fighting for your life, it’s hard, to say the least
Giving up can be seen as the easiest way
But don’t give up hope that one day
Someone will come into your life
Just when you need them the most
For those are your guardian angels
Sent to you from above
To protect you when your mind ain’t right
And to guide you when you are hungry for knowledge
To provide you water when you are thirsty
To give you strength when yours dwindles
Don’t ever give up hope
For I am here and you are not alone

Phoenix Ascending – A Rock/Metal Song Lyric by Gary Anderson Jr.

(Verse 1)
Through the halls of despair, an echo resonates,
Haunted by claims of love that turn to hate,
A soul swallowed by darkness, no easy escape,
But within this hurricane, I’ll shape my own fate.

(Chorus)
I am a warrior, fought with the thunder,
The flames might scorch me, they won’t pull me under.
Through shards of pain, pieces of wonder,
Surviving the storm, breaking the asunder.

(Verse 2)
In the mirror, I see battles and scars,
Evidence of a life lived hard.
Yet I’m unbroken, no cuts too deep,
I now understand, the cost of the leap.

(Chorus)
I’m on a journey, walking through fire,
Every battle pushes me higher.
Songs of anguish, but faith never tire,
Surviving the cruel, a tale to inspire.

(Bridge)
Within my veins, the pulse of the phoenix,
In this crescendo of chaos, I refine my remix
I’m not just a survivor, yet so much more,
From the depths of despair, my spirit soars.

(Chorus)
I am the tempest, wild and free,
Carving a path through the stormy seas.
Through affliction’s cage, I’ve found the key,
Surviving abuse, reborn, I decree.

(Outro)
Here’s to the survivors, the fighters, the brave,
Rising from the ashes, no one’s slave.
From ruin to rock, from grave to grace,
We’re more than survivors, we are the ace.

Sunsets in California – A Song Lyric #1

Hey there ladies and gents, this is my attempt at writing a song. It’s about sunsets in California and how beautiful they are. It is written in the country genre but if anyone wants to turn it into an actual song, just email me and we can work together.

Shot by me, the author of this blog several years ago along the California coast.

(Verse 1)
Riding down the coastal highway
Windows down, radio playing
Breathtaking view, that ocean blue
Never felt so free, so alive and new

(Chorus)
Sunsets in California
Golden skies and palm trees
Waves crashing on the shore
I never felt so at ease

(Verse 2)
Watching surfers catch the waves
Sand in our toes, hearts unafraid
Every moment feels like a dream
Life’s simple pleasures, it seems

(Chorus)
Sunsets in California
Golden skies and palm trees
Waves crashing on the shore
I never felt so at ease

(Bridge)
Maybe it’s the salty air
Maybe it’s the sunsets rare
Maybe it’s the company I keep
But something’s got me feeling so complete

(Chorus)
Sunsets in California
Golden skies and palm trees
Waves crashing on the shore
I never felt so at ease

(Outro)
As the sun goes down
I thank the Lord above
For this moment in time
And this California love.

Perfect Place for a Nap – A Poem #15

The best place for a nap, you ask?
Let me tell you, it’s not a small task
For many factors come into play
When seeking the perfect spot to lay

First, let’s talk about the time
For most, after lunch is sublime
Around midday, when energy dips
Taking a nap then is the hips

Now, let’s talk about location
For optimal rest and rejuvenation
A place where peace and quiet prevails
And sunlight gently filters through kale

A hammock strung between two trees
With a gentle breeze to appease
A soft pillow and a light blanket
Nestled in nature’s pocket

The sound of birds singing lullabies
A gentle rustle as leaves rise
It’s the perfect place and time
To relax and unwind

So go ahead, take that nap
In nature’s cradle, no need for map
Let the world around you fade
As you awaken, feeling re-made.

Maturity – A Poem #14

Maturity is a journey we all hail,
Where we evolve from innocence to prevail,
Through trials and errors, we learn to sail,
Growing up to face life’s gale.

With time, we blossom and bloom,
Our thoughts and ideas find more room,
We see the world from a different zoom,
And gain a sense of responsibility to consume.

Maturity teaches us to be wise,
And make decisions that are true to our eyes,
Looking beyond the facade and disguise,
To see the real world with open eyes.

It’s a process that takes time to embrace,
Learning to accept ourselves with grace,
And understanding the world’s pace,
Maturity is a step to a better place.

So let’s embrace this journey with care,
Knowing that maturity is a road we all share,
Growing, learning, and becoming aware,
To live our lives with love and flair.

Love, Heartache and Missing You – A Poem #13

Love is a flame that ignites our souls,
A warmth that envelops us and makes us whole.
In the embrace of our lover’s arms,
We find the peace and security that soothes our hearts.

But love is also a double-edged sword,
A pain that can leave us cut and floor’d.
Heartache, like a hurricane, can uproot us all,
Leaving us in the aftermath, dazed, confused and small.

And in the absence of our significant other,
We feel the sting of loneliness like no other.
The weight of missing them is heavy on our heart,
Like a constant ache that refuses to depart.

In the darkest nights, we long for their touch,
Their presence, that feeling that means so much.
The memories of their embrace sustain us through,
The thought of being reunited, a hope that shines like dew.

For love is a mysterious force, binding and free,
A journey full of highs and lows, we’re often just a nominee.
It tests us, strengthens us, teaches us hard lessons,
And like all great challenges, it’s worth time well spent, a precious possession.