When I was 25, I interviewed for a teaching job at a very small school that had eight grades and employed four teachers. I fell in love with the school and was hired to teach 5th and 6th grade. After I signed my contract, I discovered that I would be responsible for a class of 35 students. I had to teach all classes except P.E. for two different grades. Oh, No! What did I get myself into? School started in late August. A few days before school started, I entered my classroom

Poetry is a beautiful art form that allows writers to express emotions, connect with readers, and explore the world around them. Whether...

The thing I dreaded the most happened: a farm accident. . . *************************************************************************...

Poetry can create strong bonds that connect people. Each person has both common and unique aspects of their life. Most everyone can relate with love: family love, romantic love, and love between strong friendships. Many popular songs through the years have been songs about failed love and longing for love. Here are a few examples of poetry that can be written by one person and meaningful for another person: Nathan’s Wish Come True By Linda DeGree “I

I have a favorite photo of my children when child #5 was born. My three older children are staring in wonder at their one-day-old baby...

Since today is Mother’s Day, I am thinking of my daughter Charity who was stillborn. I had to say good-bye to her before I could say hello. I was 36 weeks along in my pregnancy when I had my last baby check -up. I remember it was on a Tuesday which became quite significant that I mentioned to my doctor, “I don’t know why I feel this way, but I feel my baby needs to be born today." “I know the last month is very hard for pregnant women,” my doctor answered, “but you need t

When my husband and I wanted to have children And weren’t having much success In the usual way, I approached a doctor to ask if he could...

How Does My Husband/ Wife Annoy Me, Let Me Count the Ways How can you have a strong marriage when you and your partner have such...

Why write poetry by Linda DeGree

Welcome to the Poetry of the Heart by Linda DeGree Compiled by Linda DeGree