For My Dad – in Loving Memory of Johnny E. Derossett In quiet shadows, by his side,My father lay as memories cried,A decade lost in […]
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The Last Goodbye
I wrote this story just after my dad passed away. I continue to miss him. It was a typical autumn morning when Sarah’s phone rang. […]
Through the Seasons
Maya sat by the window, staring out at the rain tapping rhythmically against the glass. Her thoughts drifted, as they often did, to Lucas. It […]
Echoes of the Deep
The first time the sound was heard, most of the townspeople dismissed it. The wind, they thought, or perhaps a large cargo ship docking further […]
The Last Leaf on Maple Street
Edith Miller sat by the large bay window in her living room, her hands cradling a warm cup of tea. Outside, the branches of the […]
Mom – My Shining Star
A gentle heart, so full of grace,With every smile, a warm embrace.Her hands have held me through the years,Wiping away both joy and tears. Her […]
I Don’t Know Why
When I set up this website, I thought I had a particular direction I wanted to chase with it, and subsequently ended up changing what […]
Not a Word
So much time passed;Not a word between us;Living close by, but never seen;No letters, no calls;Not a word between us; We live our lives like […]
My Pretty Mom
My pretty mom, you inspire me to write,how I love the way you smiled at us,I love your smiling face and eyes,and the dimples that […]
My Dad – A poem Written by John Derossett
I miss you much,The memories are my only companion,I did not become what you wanted me to be,I regret, as I clasp my hands to […]