Rhymes Of The Times

Living the way we do, in search of financial success and material gain, we lose sight of the true value of life and begin to live limited and uncreative lives. We forgo the benefits of spiritual growth to the planet and don't mind if our young people choose materialism over spirituality. Effectively, we become lost souls, tending to revert to belief as we get older. 'Rhymes for the Times' is born of a heartfelt need for change within society, and has been long awaited by some. We need an observance of the unseen from the start. It does, I can assure you, exist.

Ranting has almost become a national pastime in Canada during the last few years, but not too many rants are served up as poetry. Now imagine that the poet is 97 years old, with the perspective of nearly a century of living on this planet. This will give you a hint of the experience awaiting you when you read this book. Barry Cotton takes his outrage and his sense of humour to the printed page in this timely collection of poems, which highlights and questions some of the most recent issues in Stephen Harper's reign as Canada's Prime Minister. Described by the author as a light-hearted way to deal with his distaste for the shenanigans of current parliamentarians, these poems nonetheless do carry serious undertones. Mr. Cotton draws on his long-held love and appreciation for the natural beauty of British Columbia, combining this with wit and humour to draw his readers into questioning the decisions of our governments. Many of these poems have appeared previously in the Gulf Islands Driftwood and the Island Tides newspapers. This book is sure to be an engaging and appropriate read for this federal election year.

Rhymes for the Times The more things change The more they stay the same This is about what things are Not what things are not It’s about whom I’ve loved; still love Not those who have loved me not It’s about remembering Not that which is forgotten It’s either I love or I love not What I love and hold Not what I have forgot Or that which is cold and dark It’s about those who stay Not for those who run For persons born, yet unseen And those who dare follow their dreams Followers of the course of winners Beware of the pretenders Enjoy the rainbow whether young or old Never chase the pot of gold By Carl Woodson Written this 30th day of May 2013

This resource enables teachers to incorporate today's career and college readiness standards into their lessons in a fun and intriguing way. The sixty poems that are included focus on social studies topics including US history and ancient civilizations. The use of poetry has many benefits that include increased literacy, fluency and reading comprehension. Each strategy lesson includes a model lesson, a template, an example lesson, a sample poem, and student pages. Students will be engaged in the verse format as they increase their literacy and understanding of social studies topics.

Presenting the Truths of the Bible in a Contemporary, Engaging Style With over 300 Inspirational Rhymes The author, Simon Siewsaran, is the Founder and Senior Pastor of the Everlasting Gospel Church (established in 1997), a vibrant community ministry, located at Enterprise, Trinidad. Pastor Siewsaran is also the host of "Don't Give Up," a popular radio broadcast that began in 2001 and is heard throughout Trinidad & Tobago and the southern Caribbean. His early years in ministry were primarily among delinquent youths, including drug addicts, and during this time was himself the target of numerous molestations from fellow villagers. Yet signs and wonders continue to follow this servant of God who has impacted thousands of lives in honour of the Kingdom. His effervescent, lyrical style of preaching endears him to both young and old; and his anointed ministry extends beyond his pastoral duties, most notably as the President of "Touch T&T Ministries," a para-church organization that conducts national events, including crusades, concerts and prayer assemblies. Pastor Siewsaran's missionary trips include the Holy Land - three occasions - Egypt, England, Holland, USA and the Caribbean islands of Antigua, Barbados and St. Lucia. In 1997 he received the title of Jerusalem Pilgrim from Israel's Ministry of Tourism. He is the husband of Johanna and the father of two daughters, Victoria Sarah and Gloria Elizabeth.

"The Motley Muse (Rhymes for the Times)" by Harry Graham is a delightful collection of witty and satirical rhymes that provide a humorous commentary on the social and political events of the times. With clever wordplay and a keen sense of observation, Graham's verses touch upon various aspects of contemporary life, inviting readers to reflect on the absurdities and idiosyncrasies of the world around them. This ebook serves as a lighthearted yet thought-provoking escape, offering readers a moment of laughter and reflection as they navigate the complexities of modern society.

The episodes of the poems sketch moral and spiritual elements unveiling an enlarged reality of science, government, society and human relations. The rhyming verses permit casual enjoyment and easy recall of the sober content, while the simplicity of style offers a sense of increasing maturity to those inviting an expanding experience. By absorbing and pondering of these poems, it is hoped the mind will initiate a moral philosophy and comprehension of life.

Lee Bennet Hopkins, noted anthologist and educator, has collected a group of witty and whimsical poems that celebrate the joy of reading. Karla Kuskin, Jack Prelutsky, and Arnold Lobel are just a few of the acclaimed children's book authors whose poems are joined into this delightful ode to the world of words.