original poems written for special occassions
sample poems
The samples on this page are all original poems. The images for all but one poem were provided by the final owner. The one exception is the image with the flag and gravestones image which was created by the poet.
Every one of these poems was received with great delight and effusive thanks. All of these poems have been framed and proudly displayed by the recipients. In at least one case, I have been told that the poem is now the owner's most treasured possession.
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This poem was written two weeks after the death of my lover/soulmate. It is both a tribute to her memory and a lament. This one is heartfelt. I'm not even sure if I should be putting it here. It may seem to trivialize it. That is not my intent. I want only to share it. read plain text version
Original poems, like the ones shown on this page, are always great anniversary presents. This one was done for a 40th wedding anniversary for a couple in England. The photograph was supplied by their daughter, who read the poem at the anniversary party. She told me that many people came up to her after she read the poem to tell her the gift was wonderfully thoughtful. Supplied in digital format suitable for printing at 8" x 10" or smaller. read plain text version
This poem was written for a 14th wedding anniversary. The request specified a 5" x 7" size so the framed image could be kept on a night stand. The size limitations required a shorter poem and a slightly different layout than an 8 x 10 print would have allowed. Printed as a 5" x 7" image suitable for framing and placement on a nightstand. read plain text version
The poem shown here was not done as a commission piece. It was a Valentine's poem for the woman I love. She was in the hospital facing major surgery on the day after Valentine's Day. It is shown here, more as a memorial than a sample. She passed away in early December of the same year. 8" x 10" print read plain text version
This poem was written for a first-time grandmother. Her daughter and new grand-daughter lived with her. She commented on how much the baby had changed the household. The poem was written with the intention of expressing the feelings she had conveyed to me. Delivered as an 8" x 10" print on glossy photo paper. read plain text version
Another poem that is more of a memorial than a sample. This was written after the death of a young man who was killed in Iraq. I am acquainted with the family of his widow and felt moved to write something to commemorate his passing. The way the piece turned out seemed too negative to share with his family. I have only shown it to select members of his widow's family. The common response is thoughtful silence. After all, what can one say in response to such a tragic death? read plain text version
