Aiding Lives

Freedom from Captivity

Living within me,

Sorrow breeded pain.
Could not tell any,
Thoughts stored inside brain.

My chosen best friend,
Until heavy rains.
Stopped hurting that way,
Thankfully for gains.

Things I never told,
Better left unknown.
Forgiveness will come,
Reaping what was sown.

Learned many lessons,
Believed you were true.
Parted before death,
Peace long overdue.

Always deceptive,
Stabbed worse than a knife.
Bloody heart transfused,
Enabling life.

Restoring of gifts,
Found giving revives.
Healing brought wisdom,
Knowledge aiding lives.

Money Will Not Change Loneliness ~ Morgan Freeman Video

Rich, Sick, or Lonely - What is evil?

While listening/watching to the above video regarding money not being enough by Morgan Freeman, I recognized his words were similar with recent written #DawnThoughts in my notebook.

The fact I wrote things being seen and heard was additional evidence of how our human souls connect.

I had just finished writing "egomaniacs" and my mother called for me.

Initially, I was irritated because this mind (an experience other writers can understand) was flowing. 

I went since all things occurring (good and bad) lately, seem to be quite purposeful for me.

I sat in awe hearing personal thoughts from voice of a man privately called my, "Motion Picture Daddy."

Life is short and money will not buy a lack of loneliness. We experience love by loving unconditionally, with heart and #SOWL.

"Love one another as yourself." 

A commandment seemingly forgotten based on greed, selfish ways, and insecurity.

I believe when we learn to start loving ourselves, real love shall begin flowing in, out, and through us.

💫 #ShoutOutWithLove 💫

YOU HAVE SURVIVED

You have SURVIVED the collision of stars.

You have SURVIVED the complex combination of fission and fusion.

You have SURVIVED the odds of trillions of possibilities and accidental technicalities that produced life in a world with inhospitable creatures.

You have SURVIVED an attack of billions of microbes feasting on your skin, exposed from the moment you took your first breath. 

You have SURVIVED war, genocide, slavery, famine, plague, and natural disaster.

You have SURVIVED racism and stereotypes.

You have SURVIVED trigger happy police and "concerned" citizens, while walking the streets in your neighborhood with a hood.

You have SURVIVED failed economic policies.

You have SURVIVED the destruction of your culture.

You have SURVIVED and beat the odds.

You have SURVIVED it all.

You have SURVIVED everything that has tried to kill you.

You have SURVIVED everything negative the universe has to give...

SO WHY CAN'T YOU LIVE???

Written by Kwamy Escoffery

Friend and Brother ~ Happy Birthday!

A Letter From Prince

Purple Reigns

Listen to Mayte Garcia - "A Letter From Prince" by People Magazine #np on #SoundCloud

https://soundcloud.com/user-588592754/a-letter-from-prince

You Know Right From Wrong...

Click listen to Purple Rain by 

Prince and The Revolution

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Is What You Believe True?

Once I was a #Princess now I'm a #Queen 👑

There once was an Angel,
Struggling more each day.
Difficulties daily,

Especially to pray.

Problems all beginning,

By refusing to sing.
Denying a reason,

But broke part of one wing.

Throughout an existence,

Forever being told.

"Protect both wings always,
Carefully unfold."

Confusion never faced,
Feelings of inner strife.

Knowledge was conflicting,

Based on teachings in life.

"Wings are two perfect gifts,

Defining who you are.

When wing is imperfect,

Failed, lost light like a star."

Thinking every moment,

"Did my mind believe wrong?

Such harmonious sounds,

In tune with each song?"

Focused on solutions,
Bring worry to an end.
Pondered roots of faith,

Now could not comprehend.

Left home seeking for truth,

Searched, studied, learned, plus grew.

Developing knowledge,

 Foundationally true.

Dawn discovered wisdom,

Information adored.

Returned after journey,
With self-esteem restored.

Anticipated trials,
Heart's desire to teach.

Any who would listen,

Beyond her voice's reach.

Hateful sounds of whispers,
Yet fiercely pushed through crowds.

Sensed her heart smile brightly,

Lacked dimness from dark clouds.

Strutted in stadium,

Feeling nervous but proud.

Prepared hearing their words, 

"This should not be allowed."

Shouting, "Impossible,"
Envious judging brains!

"She glows and is shining,
No evidence of pains?"

Educational lies,

Superstitions were told.

Singing sweet melodies,
 Just one wing to unfold.

Overcoming issues,

Helped Angels as they grew.

Dawn's experience proved,

Facts elders never knew.

She taught learn by asking,

Explore questions with man.

Gain insight together,

To better understand.

When did ideas begin,

Belief of thoughts we do?
 Be prepared to answer,

"Is what you believe true?"

Support #Veterans listen Click to hear "Something Different," on Audiomack.com by Leslie "Duke" Sherman +Leslie Sherman Papa! He granted me honor of writing the foreword to his first published book, "A Soldier's Thoughts." A work of art filled with poems and short stories, including "Something Different," written about me @1cryingeye aka Dawn SOWL. Fortunately, "A Soldier's Thoughts" was blessed to have five poems become music, "A Soldier's Melodies," by Kev Atomic of Atomic Honey. During October 5, 2013 week via SRN's Top 25 Countdown songs on SRrocks.com, "Something Different" made only official Classic Rock chart, at that time. A picture listing Artists, Tracks, and Albums with names of classic well-known rockers, plus my special poem turned song is 25 below! #ShoutOutWithLove 💜

Prince Is My Star

☆ Prince Forever ☆

An awesome sowl,

Humble indeed. 

It's no one's fault,

But other greed.

Always there,

Direct from start.

Never taking,

Doing your part.

Performer friend,

Lending an ear.

Difficult talks,

Wishing to hear.

Loving purple,

Know where you are,

Technically still,

Prince is my Star.

💜 Updated Version from 2013 by @1cryingeye 💜

How Predators Use Social Media to Groom Victims

Help from 1cryingeye or Someone else on Psychology Today

Many of us are sick, feeling lonely, or perhaps more trusting than others. I tend to be on the cautious side but love helping people. After reading this article, I felt a need in sharing this information for those who may not be fully aware of dangers lurking on social media to make you their next victim. As a helper, advocate, and good human being, I advise finding help from an individual that is trained professionally, if anything like this has happened to you before. Please click the underlined link below to read the full article.

How Predators Use Social Media to Groom Victims: Potential harm from a seemingly innocent social media connect is just a step away. Here are the steps predators use to groom victims. Silent Stalk – Social media is the perfect environment for predators to sift through potential targets. The more...

Mommy Showing The Way

Dedicated to the mother of #SOWL ❤ #NoH8 family! "Don't Worry About a Thing..." #ShoutOutWithLove! ❤

I am a WOMAN now,

But still yes your one child.

Again thinking of you,

Tends to bring a huge smile.

Along our journey,

At times we became mad.

Seeing selves as HUMAN,

Left us empty or sad.

Simplicity of thoughts,

Neither really did know.
Good intent not harmful,

Only for me to GROW.

Love is what we needed,

However received pain.

Yet continued to LOVE,

Despite the lack of gain.

HEALER dwelled in both hearts,

Staying on our side.

Providing while leaches,

Were there just for a ride.

Spirit filled with such strength,

This woman that I see.

Mentor OVER-COMER,

From life's atrocity.

Keep STANDING on those feet,

Fight hard like your mother.
Helping me break cycle,

Abused from another.

Since FAITH is the substance,

Here today I can say.

Learning love in spite of,

Mommy showing the way!

My Real Beast

I am strong and a "Jamaican Woman." Click here if you would like to hear track by Etana on #SoundCloud from her album
 - I RISE - 

Thinking back confusion,
Did not know how to bend.
Body weak cannot run,
Finally reached wits end.

Continued by faking,
What else for me to do?
Unable to disclose,
 Trusting God knew all true.

Trials and tribulations,
Each one safely survived.
Picked up every piece left,
Began feeling revived.

Situations of then,
Moved on to be released.
Carnal weapons that harm,
I discerned my real beast.

Decisions to Make

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#SOWL ♡ #Help your #IT happen!

I do not pretend,

My true love is free.

Show you cherishment,

Yet still fearing me.

Hurting always comes,

But not purposely.

If ever did so,

Knowledge will foresee.

This heart is open,

Loving even now.

Doubting truth aware,

In need of a vow?

Oh was done before,

They were not to last.

Reality says,

Leave back there in past.

We making all work,

Like no others can.

Standing together,

Hold a strong hand.

Set limitations,

 Should no more I take?

Thinking getting close,

Decisions to make.

An Angel's Tears

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YOU CAN DO IT

~An Angel's tears
within the rain~
~Her heart in fear

for those in pain~

~Wings spread wide

to cover those~

~Calming cries

within their Souls~

~She walks with them

in shadows hide~

~An Angel’s hymn

she does recite~

~Guide me Lord

to keep them safe~

~By your accord

their every wake~

~No mountain high

nor valley low~

~Shall keep my flight

from calming Souls~

~She spreads her wings

in calming peace~

~Amen she sings

with Heaven’s glee~

Written By Duke Sherman

Author of "A Soldier's Thoughts - A Collection of Poems," a Vietnam Veteran Owner of A Soldier's Thoughts Veterans Charity via duketheman1.com 

I Feel Such Pain

Mr and Mrs Raj

~My hunger grows

to be at ease~

~My mortal soul

is not at peace~

~I feel such pain

from years gone past~

~My mind insaned

in everlast~

~My every night

is filled with fear~

~I dream in fright

my body sears~

~I stay not sleep

nor do I wake~

~In limbo’s keep

my body quakes~

~My hunger grows

to be at ease~

~My mortal soul

it yearns for peace~

~I pray my Lord

he gave me life~

~To wield his sword

and end this strife~

~To cleanse my soul

and ease my pain~

~To make me whole

be not insaned~

Written By Duke Sherman

Author of "A Soldier's Thoughts - A Collection of Poems," a Vietnam Veteran Owner of A Soldier's Thoughts Veterans Charity via duketheman1.com 

We Can Receive

Open up your mind,

And let me inside.

Imagine the things,

You won't have to hide.

A secret keeper,

Forever I will be.

Sharing fantasies,

All are safe with me.

I know it's scary,

But please do not fear.

Whatsoever done,

Shall remain right here.

Ask me a question,

To help you believe.

I'll only tell truth,

Then we can receive.

Honor To Keep

"Salute Soldiers of Life"

Dedicated to Papa @DUKETHEMAN1 forever a Soldier & published Author too!

Yesterdays memorial,

Looking back but again forth.

Fighting for best tomorrow,

Mission making it seem worth.

Leaving loved ones left behind,

Answering a mighty call. 

Lacking knowledge still so young,

Safety now the cannonball. 

Yet who should be decider,

In a foreign land of grief?

Knowing great pain and sorrow,

Then needing help for relief. 

Innocent victims of war,

Still taking place in this day.

Soldiers full of endurance,

Battlegrounds now here to stay. 

Some will remain with visions,

Of times they may never speak.

Remember their sacrifice,

Provide them honor to keep.

Come Back and Stay

Soon Very Soon

Unknown what's to come,

The special eye tears.

Feelings from inside,

My sorrowful fears.

Tomorrows new news,

May still be the same.

Abundant with strength,

And God takes all blame.

Work towards wholeness,

Can't process for you.

Conflicting these dreams,

Since that's what I do.

Desire to help,

However there's me.

Focusing on self,

Hence set captives free.

Time shall be taken,

No masks only real.

Pausing from purpose,

But I made this deal?

Giving all my love,

Helping others grow.

Meanwhile in my life,

Seems I have let go.

Lacking a receipt,

Dimming the bright light.

Destiny I hear,

Challenging to fight.

Overcomer yes,

No not in this way.

Perhaps a brief break,

Then come back and stay.

One With Me

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♡ Set A Heart on Fire for Love ♡

We celebrate,

This day of birth.

Stars alignment,

Welcome to earth.

The breathe of life, 

First you did take,

Purpose for strength.

Destined to make.

New beginning,

You have today.

Trusting again,

Searching but stay.

Two-sided mind,

Seeking a key.

The consequence,

Be one with me.

Fight and Win

Wanted to be angry,

Easier to feel mad.

However the truth is,

Actually I am sad.

Hard for me to admit,

But truth must be told.

Love should do what is right,

Lies can make you unfold.

Honesty will begin,

While staring in my eye.

The one that gives me strength,

And learned how not to cry.

Keeping secrets from self,

Is unhealthy and fake.

Now looking in mirror,

Each morning I awake.

For so many reasons,

Don't know where to begin.

Yet now my acceptance,

Will help me fight and win.

Victorious At Ease

Do Not Quit...
It will get better Soon!

Trying times have purpose,

Help bring knowledge and grow.

Some trials feel more painful,

Fight harder let them go.

Better days are ahead, 

Stand in faith remain strong.

Easier to say when,

Suffering all along.

People can be vicious,

While going through your storm.

Truthfully sent perhaps,

Deceit won't misinform.

Share minimal secrets,

They're likely to be told.

Many sit in judgment,

Within your own household.

 The darkness hides evil,

But almighty God sees.

His soldiers overcome,

Victorious at ease.

Masterpiece of Individual Beauty

#CMO ♡ @BabyGrlDMarie for #ShoutOutWithLove ♡ #TheLionessQueenWrites of #Inner beauty SHINING for ALL to see! We are on #fire, but word of #Wisdom beloved ones, don't try to put out our #flames :) You may unfortunately get hurt from the explosive #HEAT flowing from our #HEARTS ♡ #PoetryInMotion is on the move, #BogardThat, XOX! Don't just chase your dreams, catch IT, and let us #help IT happen :) #OneLove to #TheRaj, #TMW, #TLA, #TPL, #EヤM, #TFK, #MZE, #CHC, #TSB, #PIM, #TeAmDiGgZ & #TRU loyal #family of #SOWL ♡

Every pretty picture is not flawless...

Ugly ducklings have great potential...
Blossoming into a magnificent swan...

Developed from its beauty within...

Masterpiece of individuality and light...

Shining brightly...
From inside out...

Blinding all who are within eye sight...

The world can no longer miss such beauty...

 Which shines outward...

Among its critics and nay-sayers...

Few if any supporters...

You are the Masterpiece...

This is your light...
Your inner beauty shining through...

Blooming a flawless masterpiece of...

Individual beauty...

That is YOU!

Written by #TheLionessQueenWrites Deana Marie aka @BabyGrlDMarie XOX!