If we pay attention, we can learn a lot from the people we are closest to. This is a story of lessons from my dad’s dementia. The first signs were small, but unsettling. We noticed his hygiene slipping—stains on his clothes, and at times, he didn’t...
As I enjoy another vacation that takes me away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, I was inspired to write this poem. I saw a photo on the bedroom wall of our rental home that said, ‘I am renewed again with the joy of living,’ and I just started...
Maya Angelou wrote the poem Phenomenal Woman in 1978, a time when women were beginning to break free and embrace their unique selves. That was 45 years ago, so it’s possible you were too young to appreciate its significance. Like most things in life, this poem...
In a world that often feels complicated and overwhelming, it’s refreshing to stumble upon words that cut straight to the heart of what it means to live with integrity and love. One such piece is the beloved poem Do It Anyway, often attributed to Mother Teresa....
This dream big poem immediately spoke to me. Living Marvelously was born from the idea that I wanted to dream big and take action to make those dreams come true. I didn’t want to live a life doing what others expected me to. Things like staying home and taking...
Life can be beautiful or hard; it’s all a matter of how we view it. What we pay attention to and what we can let go of. Poetry can do a wonderful job of helping us see things differently. Below you will find 8 thought-provoking poems about life. What do...
