Solemn Pledge

The time has come
to unite as one.
One heart,
One mind,
One soul.
Awaken hearts to injustice
and preservation of
human rights. Acknowledge
and assume responsibilities.
Conscious choices create
indivisible powers.
Transformation and growth
beyond self. Connections to
every willing spirit,
every creature and
the universal planet.
Endeavors of generosity,
love and compassion
and brotherhood.
Elevate mankind to
a sense of direction,
higher purpose and
meaning of life.
Wisdom of the mind and
inspirations from within.
Service to
Our fellow beings,
Our nations,
Our planet.

Darla Fitzgerald
Belmont County, Ohio


Essence Of A Rocking Chair

Towering and powerful,
I stood proud.
Ever changing and growing
from season to season.
Visions of my purpose and
creation of art, I was
handmade perfection through
the harvest of love.
Burnished oak,
I am lionhearted and
strong.
Designed for
the soul's reflection of life.

Backwards and forwards,
rocking in rhythm.
Hearing a father singing
his baby to sleep.
Provider of solitude
for concerns of the day.
Keeper of secrets
sheltered in the night.

Near the fireplace
shadows dance with memories.
Blanket for warmth laid
on my shoulders.
My arms are worn and
legs scarred with scratches.
Character of age adds
beauty of the years.

Generation to generation,
I will never grow weary.
Rocking in rhythm with
the movement of time.

Darla Fitzgerald
Belmont County, Ohio


NOV 2003


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