Category: Poems

Greetings! Morning sunshine spills like gold, Through my kitchen window, bright and bold. A violet-covered teacup, warm and sweet, Banishes away nightly cares in silent retreat. Carpe diem, y’all! Big hug.

Lovely magenta crape myrtles are such a delight, They brighten a summer afternoon’s golden light. In the humid, southern heat, still, they softly sway, And are like a peaceful, joyful gift on a hot June day. A poem by Anthony Wayner Kalberg.

You’d be one hundred today, dear Mother of mine, The memories of your love, still around me, doth twine. Although Heaven holds you in its bright, golden light, Your wise words echo in my mind, all day and into the night. I miss your sweet voice, your beautiful, gentle grace, Along with the peace and […]

I am made of words and laughter, and heavenly breath from above.       I am part grief, and I am part love. And when the end comes calling, and life is fading fast,      I’ll remember blessed friends who loved, and stayed to the last. (A poem penned by Anthony Wayne Kalberg.)

Is it Goodbye or Au revoir? Dearest friend, the time has come for us to depart,      But heavy farewells need not weigh on the heart. Au voir, dearest friend, but it’s not goodbye,      Even though we may depart with a long, teary sigh. Though days may stretch and seasons change in vain,      […]

On this Memorial Day, as grills send smoke billowing toward the sky,And tasty barbecue and other taste treats are shared with friends passing by,Remember those whose courage bought freedoms we should hold dear,Those brave souls who paid in blood and sweat so we could enjoy life here. As we bask in sunlight on peaceful shores, […]

When the final curtain falls, and the stage is empty and still, When the audience’s applause has faded, and gone is its cheering thrill. Though the theater seats are empty, and the searing stage lights dim, Sweet memories still will linger, much like a heavenly hymn. We wore our sweaty costumes, our characters, to help […]

Mom… Your loving voice is the first I recall, When, as a child, I cried and lost it all. It calmed me then, and it calms me still. Its memory warms life’s chilly chill. When my heart is heavy, I close my eyes, And feel your love that never dies. Thanks for the anchor you’ve […]

In vases by my window, as soft daylight surrenders, Are flowers that once blazed with multi-colored splendors. Some may have wilted, but their sweet fragrances remain, Their beauty somewhat faded, but their joy still haunts my brain. Once bright and lovely, in the dressing room’s fluorescent light, They reminded me of those who brought them, […]

In shadowed halls, where whispered struggles dwell,       I wander down a lonely path, my weary heart knows all too well. Although my strength doth often falter, still I reach for what is true,      And lean on Father God, my faithful, merciful guide anew.  When unkind life assails me, and trembling doubts arise,      […]

In the hush before the morning’s embrace,     A canvas is stretched with heavenly grace. Brushes dipped in crimson bright,     Paint the sky with whispers of light. Each ray a promise, pristine and pure,     A herald of hopes, a heart’s soft allure. As the rolling sea banishes its misty veil, […]

When you close the door on truth, you leave the light behind, A shadow falls across your path, and confusion ignites your mind. For every truth that’s locked away, a lying whisper will arise, Because when you close the door on truth, you open one for lies. The honest words you laughed at will echo […]

 On this New Year so crisp and new,      Father God, we lift our hearts in thanks to You. For holding us tight and keeping us near,      And guiding us through the upcoming year. Your gentle whispers will calm the dark night,                    Your Holy Word granting courage, our evils to smite.    […]

Face the past without regret. Handle today with confidence, don’t fret. Prepare for the future and drop the fear. Keep the faith and hold it near. (A poem penned by Anthony Wayne Kalberg. Originally posted on Facebook, January 2, 2022)

I pray for thee, Dear friends of mine. That all earth’s Happiness will be thine. And even as the Year’s increase, That Father God will give Thee Heavenly peace. Happy New Year to all my dear family and friends! Big hug! (A poem penned by Anthony Wayne Kalberg. Originally posted January 1, 2025)

Another year is passing, A new one now awaits. Say goodbye to all your sorrows, Be taught by your mistakes. Keep modest your resolutions, Let simplicity rule the day. Pray for peace and love, Keeping hate and evil at bay. Pray for those you cherish, And those who’ve lost their way. Lift up the hurt […]

Oh, gentle leaf, you’re released at last,      From summer’s hand, your tether cast. You fluttered down with golden grace,      A fleeting smile upon your face. Once green and bright upon the bough,      You basked in the sun but look at you now. A tapestry of yellowed, coppery hue,      Autumn’s tender calling, […]

           Is Forever Goodbye truly forever?                                     Can tragic love bloom again, becoming its own successor? And even though anguished memories seem never to fade,      My heart still recalls moments we cherished and made. Time sails onward, turning lost days into night,      Yet hope lingers, drifting lovingly out of sight. So maybe goodbye […]

 This Thanksgiving Day, we will come together,      Through rain, snow, and inclement weather. Hearts will be full, spirits bright,       We’ll gather together, what a happy delight. Many friends will join us; they’ve stood through thick and thin,      They’ve shared our many losses and our many wins. With raucous laughter and delightful cheer, […]

When doubts and fears arrive, and darkest shadows fall, When hope seems a mist, if even there at all. When my troubles, like demons, screech, when my bitter tears run free: Father God whispers, “Dearest Child, always stay close to Me.” When my life unravels, thread by thread, And my steps trudge forward, filled with […]

When I look out across the sprawling Gulf, Sometimes placid, sometimes rough. I often see billowing clouds of fluffy white, Splashed with dashes of dazzling light. They float in majesty across Heaven’s azure-blue sky, Where endless wonders meet my eye. Sometimes I spy a face, a ship, or a crown, As Father God, His glories […]

Resurgence After Evil. In many hearts, Evil lies! It crouches and lurks in the darkness, awaiting a prize. Wicked whispers haunt its every thought, It cares little for the suffering it has wrought. Evil laughs at the families it has crushed, And is thankful for the voices it has hushed. Evil harbors anger, hate, and […]

Long-anticipated cool Fall air, come drift softly through my trees, As you whisper sweetly, “It’s time,” to all their trembling leaves. I’ll gladly watch them spin, gently to the ground, In shimmering shades of crimson-orange and ginger-golden brown, Dear Fall, please send your chill, that nips and tingles in the night, As it tenderly caresses […]

Your dear old house is silent and dark,      The sharp sickle of Death has left its mark. It’s hard to fathom that you’re no longer there,       You were such a good neighbor, and that is so rare.   Your fading flowers and withering grass of green,      Conjure memories of your yard, always […]

Mirror, mirror on the wall,      Who’s the fairest of them all? “Say who?” says me.      “It’s you!” says thee. So, it’s not Snow White?      “She ditched her Knight?” Now, there’s a flash,      A box office crash? Thank you, Mirror, for your kind vote,     It causes my old spirits upward to […]

From Winter’s fluffy-white snow,      To Summer’s luscious green. The luminous seasons charm us,      With enchanting wonders to be seen.     Each brings its sumptuous seasonal delights,      From crunchy leaves to sunsets mellow.            In accordance with God’s holy plan, they sojourn not,      Their memories played on a heavenly cello. Each season comes, […]

There’s a little house on Pass Road, That is much more than just a humble abode. My friends call the little house home, From its proverbial cellar to its proverbial dome. With its little green shutters and inviting etched-glass front door, It’s a reservoir of laughter, happy times, and so much more. Though not an […]

It’s Summer! Come sail away with me,  The best is yet to be! Come dance away with me,  And then we both shall see. The dying sun and feel its heat,  And toast them both with champagne sweet. And when at last our summer’s done, When Fall eclipses our summer sun. Will laugh and sing […]

Some soldiers lie in hallowed ground,      Beneath rows of crosses white. Death can no longer touch them,      With his blacken wings of fright. Others lie in less hallowed ground,      Beneath the hard, cold sod. Their final resting place unknown,      Except by Holy God. Yet, soldiers are still called today,      And […]

 She lingered in the Gulf, her waters building in height,      Chummy atmospheric conditions strengthened her might. We pondered how long she’d stay, when on Monday she came ashore,      Realizing too late, this vicious “lady” was something to abhor. Her screeching banshee cry was all that we could hear,      As her watery talons […]

Greetings! For those who’ve recently lost a loved one, a friend, or a special someone, I’ve written this little poem just for you. Big hug. Late summery afternoon shadows, On an antique chair of blue. Conjure memories of days gone by, That remind me of you. Peaceful walks along the beach, The sandy grit between […]

Winter is a fading memory, With its luscious, icy snow. We were all amazed to see it, And perhaps a bit sad to see it go. But now the oven of summer is upon us, With its humidity, sunshine, and rain. Let’s be thankful until Fall arrives, Lovely flowers help soften Summer’s pain. (Originally posted […]

“Big Lucy” was her nickname, known all the world around.      She was the fabled jewel in Cunard’s glittering shipping crown. But off old Ireland on a sunny May day,      Dear Lucy’s death could not be kept at bay. Because a U-boat lurked and sealed her fate,      When the Captain yelled, Fire! For […]

It’s ooky spooky in the asylum at night.      Crazy ol’ Renfield might give you a fright. He’ll jump on your back, you’ll be in a bind.      In the asylum’s dank halls, who knows what you’ll find? You might see things like hairy black bats,      You might see things like silky black cats. […]