The Abstract Art Gallery
A writing gallery created by writers from around the world. From poetry to song lyrics, from essays to entire novels and short stories.
Grandmother shared …
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… grandmother was sitting quietly in her favorite chair meditating, she said: “Susy, something is thumping at the corners of my mind.” I wanted to understand what was going on in her brain; however, I was late and needed to rush to my…
By Debby Hackbarth
Read MoreThis poem is based on a true…
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…not know Mrs. Scott very well.
I met her when I visited her son.
I saw her from afar, sullen and…
By Debby Hackbarth
Read MoreWriting can be many things…
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…one writes, it’s creating.
Similar to a musician, it’s composing.
To help others, its’ …
By Debby Hackbarth
Read MoreWe all need to work together…
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…mindful of others includes acceptance.
Do we treat each other with good-naturedness?
Mindfulness involves an attitude of …
By Debby Hackbarth
Read MoreWe all need to work…
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…nature envelopes you; be aware and watchful.
Be considerate of flowering plants and be watchful.
If you crush them, nectar and pollen won’t be…
By Debby Hackbarth
Read MoreHold fast to your …
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…my grandfather served as a Marine.
At Omaha Beach, my father’s minesweeper led the way.
Irish and English heritage is present in …
By Debby Hackbarth
Read MoreIt was a life-long dream…
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… forever not far away,
Location often unreachable,
Sounds sweet to the…
By Debby Hackbarth
Read MoreSometimes an unpleasant…
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… butterscotch dessert was always a treat.
However, this time it looked like grey concrete.
Did she use an unusually high…
By Debby Hackbarth
Read MoreConcrete is indeed strong…
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… is used to make a sidewalk.
The material is sturdy but, made of ruptured rock.
A reliable person is like a firm …
By Debby Hackbarth
Read More…up, I always wanted to fly.
As a child, I even gave it a try.
Watching the butterflies by the hour.
I would flap my arms, hoping to …
By Debby Hackbarth
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