Samples / Excerpts
Amazing Grace
The soul whom the Son sets free
is free indeed,
Unlocking the rusting shackles
of oppression,
Allowing life’s amazing grace
to shine with His embrace,
Transformation of soul’s darkness
to light’s brightness,
The uplifting revelation of God’s
truth of freedom,
His extraordinary and infinite power
shining love every hour,
Preservation and hope for life
His love abound, no strife
How sweet the sound—
Wrapped in His embrace
Singing Amazing Grace!
© Joseph S. Spence, Sr. 3/1/07
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Yummy Breakfast (Epulaeryu)
Bacon, eggs, toast on the side
This breakfast is nice
Not one drop going to waste
Black coffee to taste
Biscuits and gravy
Buttered grits?
Yum!
© Joseph S. Spence, Sr. 2/9/06
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Comments: This is dedicated to the yummy breakfast lovers. There are many who just love to have a great breakfast before work, and some will have a late one during work. Breakfast is such an important meal. I just love it! The taste is so tantalizing to many. Enjoy the treat!

If I Were A Paycheck…
By Jonathan Clarence Parrish Spence
If I were a paycheck I would scream!!!
I would have a billion questions to ask.
How much money am I worth? Who do I belong to?
Am I stolen? Have I been spent?
I would go from place to place.
I would go from hand to hand
Or maybe even from pipe to pipe!!
Was I forgotten about?
Am I the center of somebody’s life?
Would I be turned into cash?
Would I be torn up?
Or would I be thought of as a lie
That no one thought
About?
If I were a paycheck I would scream!!!
© Jonathan Spence 2/9/05
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The Island Flavor
By Sheila M. Parrish-Spence
Many tastes are gratified at the Caribbean Palm
Succulent treats from nations to make you calm
African, Chinese, Spanish, West Indian, and French
Sit on the bench and your thirst too will be quenched
Have a tasty patty filled with lamb, and nice seasoning
Ackee and salt fish with coconut drink while reasoning
Smell a tasty dish of calloloo with peas and rice to taste
Finish with a mango dessert that's easy on your waist
Have a lively treat there today sitting next to the bay
Listen to the calypso and reggae music they love to play
An array of treats for the mind, body and soul any day
Don't delay, make it a date, and relax while you stay! __________________________________________________
Angel Beauty (Double Reversed Tetractys)
She is the angel who walks in the light
Her sight melts hearts
Her beauty
And smile
Charm
Brings
Such joy
With a touch
Smells like a rose
Enlightening hearts with precious joy and love!
© Spencej 9/7/06
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Love Is Shown In Many Ways
By Joseph S. Spence, Sr.
Gifts alone are great thoughts
Breakfast in bed brings wonders
A walk in the park gets even closer
Holding hands on the beach is finer
Love is shown in many ways
Dinner at candlelight is romantic
Watching the leaves change is fantastic
Sitting on the mountaintop is grander
Listening to birds sing is heart warming
Love is shown in many ways...
Watching the waves roll in is awesome
Enjoying your favorite movie is relaxing
Placing diamonds on her fingers is adorable
Playing and praying together is sincere
Love is shown in many ways...
Being in love
Filled with love
Expressing love
Living love
Love is shown in many ways
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Glory on High
Believe it and achieve it
Look at it and go for it
Heads up
Shoulders back
Eyes open
Reach for it
Motivation high
Aspiration toward the sky
Inspiration never dies
Barriers down
Ceilings crashed
Mountains moved
Ain’t going back
Heading for the top!
Author’s Comments: This is dedicated: To those with the burning spirit. Don’t be hoodwinked into mediocrity. Shake it off and move up; you can do it!
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Your Time Has Come (Prose Poetry)
Your time has come like the rising sun. Stand up for life created by God’s love as the dove descends from above. He has a plan for you to be one with Him as He is with you thus making you brand new. Your life should be more than just the ordinary existence, let Him strengthen you as your soul runs the distance. Be filled with His spirit and let your light shine. Manifest His joyful glory and overcome obstacles in His name while unto Him you render an acclaim. Move ahead and be the lighthouse of strength without relenting; thus ascending from the bottomless pit into His eternal light of creation. Experience the fullness of your destiny with God in the middle of your future. Build your foundation in His word and spirit. Empower your soul with His tenacity; He will determine your capacity. Be anointed by His grace and experience the reality of not just a dream. A light lit for living liturgy. He has you covered with His Holy Spirit. Now step out—your time has come!
© Joseph S. Spence, Sr. 2/1/07
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While You Were Asleep
While you were asleep,
I held your tiny hands in my own,
and meditated on the warmth I found
therein.
While you were asleep,
my eyes happened upon yours
and a strong feeling came forth
from within.
While you were asleep,
I wrote poetry
and thoughts
such as the world has never seen.
While you were asleep
my little brother,
the Cherubic King.
I was afraid to breath.
for fear that this might all be a dream....
While you were asleep.
Author’s Comments: This is a replica of a poem I wrote about my brother, Jonathan, during one of my visits when he was a toddler. I can’t find the original with the date on it though...
enjoy!
© Joseph S. Spence, Jr.
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