Life can throw some very painful things our way. It is at those moments where we contemplate giving up. This poem come from one of those times in my life. You never really know what people are going through. Check on your folks. 

People often have this misconception that getting into a relationship will fix our personal issues. To add insult to injury, people hide their shortcomings until the relationship has gone too far. It is only fair to let your significant other know who you are before it is too late because the truth will ultimately come to the surface.

It takes a lot of confidence and perseverance to overcome growing up in an impoverished environment. There are so many kids dealing with circumstances that we take for granted. Whether it's not having a bed to sleep in or a meal to satisfy their hunger or even having to navigate through a dangerous neighborhood every day to get where you need to be, some kids deal with things that could easily make a person want to give up on life. This poem is special to me because it describes my attitude growing up - determined not to let my environment get the best of me. This episode is especially heartwarming because my daughter, Addison, asked to recite it.

This is a lighthearted poem that plays off the cliche, "Misery loves company." Just a little something to put a smile on your face.

This is an abstract piece about how life changes. As we grow older, some of our preferences adjust with our age. Some things just do not move us the same way.

This poem is about the cornerstone of the Christian faith. It tells the story of the night Jesus was crucified on the cross for the sins of the world. More important than him dying on the cross was his resurrection on the third day. Without this ultimate sacrifice, there is no salvation.