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Connie's Books: As Humans We Seek To Understand Rhyme Some Words to Have Some Fun To Understand the Why Fly With Our Feathered Friends Bird Poems & Mother Nature Tell Me What You Think: Email BirdPoet Audio Poetry Collection: Audio Poems By Connie Photos and More Audio Poems: Gallery of Photos and Audio Bird songs Happiness With Tiny Anna Hummingbirds: Hummingbird Photos & Story of A Special Visit, A Female Hummingbird Photos & Listen to his song or warning call Hummingbird Poems: The Tiny Hummingbird, Starts The Day They Know He Is A Sweet Little Gem The Hummingbird Trusts Me Audio Poem Click to Listen - The Hummingbird Trusts Me A Poem About Hummingbirds Audio Poem Click to Listen - His Song is a Sweet Melody Or read the Poem: His Song is a Sweet Melody A cold and windy morning Seems to have come our way Overcast and dreary Begins this autumn day The changing season is apparent You can tell From the amount of sunlight Gone are the long days of summer Darkness comes earlier each night The Hummingbird is singing High up in the tree It is easy to see his silhouette His song is a sweet melody Having more than one feeder Helps to sustain the Hummingbirds With territorial behavior Lots of chattering can be heard In the West Hummingbirds visit all year long Filling the feeder during the winter Will help to keep them strong Connie S. Soto October 04, 2010 © Momma & Baby Hummingbird It looks like baby is hungry Warning Call From the Hummingbird The Coopers Hawk has been relentless this year. He should have flown south but stays to dine on my wild birds that come to eat in the yard. The Hummer flies high and warns the other birds that he is in the yard. The Coopers Hawk Balances on Small Branches A Poem For Dad - To Understand The Why A Poem For Family - Old Fashioned Remedy A Poem For All Time 1914 - I See You Smile A Short Poem - Find Our Way A Poem - To Deceive Poems About Life: Simply A Matter Of Choice Pink Slips Are Coming Any Day Impending Doom Treasure It More Poems from the field: Poem - Golden Eagle Audio Poem Click to Listen - For All the Little Things Or read the Poem: For All the Little Things We have spent our life together We would not have it Any other way I am glad you are always near It comforts me More than I can say You hold me close If I am sad You warm my heart When you hold my hand For all the little things You always do for me They count more than you know I am glad that you love me Connie S. Soto February 2, 2010 © Audio Poem Click to Listen - Vger, My Sweet Little Kitty Or read the Poem: Vger, My Sweet Little Kitty I feel this love for my kitty Who has been with me for years I do not want to be without her As she ages It brings about that fear I took her to the doctor This bleak and dreary night I hoped my love for her Could give her the strength So that everything Would be all right We would like a little more time My sweet little kitty and me She is more important Than I can say She is part of my family I treasure the time I have with her I know that she loves me In my arms she always purrs So happy to be with me Connie S. Soto March 28, 2010 © Audio Poem Click to Listen - Learning is What we Do Or read the Poem: Learning is What we Do It is important to us As individuals that We feel valued When we do not feel valued We feel anxious Vulnerable and discouraged Learning is what we do Because we are human We know that it is true A little effort everyday Is sure to help us To find our way It is a natural desire To seek comfort From one another A little love can provide A little commitment To each other Our emotions and our intellect Guides the choices That we make Focus with objective thoughts Provides attention to detail Choices from this process Helps us all So that we can prevail Connie S. Soto May 10, 2010 © Enjoy Your Loved Ones Everyday! Audio Poem Click to Listen - Keeping Them in Your Heart Or read the Poem: Keeping Them in Your Heart As humans it is inevitable That we will experience loss Even though what we feel is individual It always takes time to react to the loss It is a fact Humans constantly experience change After a loss Nothing will be the same A broken heart Is filled with pain Learning to live with the void Is quite a strain What we took for granted Is no longer there We adjust, we adapt A new way to live Is here Even though death is A natural part of life We are naturally resilient Even though it causes strife Feelings of intense yearning Where you know life will forever change To be without them The emptiness feels strange To come to terms Is what you have to do Keeping them in your heart Is important too Connie S. Soto August 30, 2014 © Click to see how Nova was rescued as a kitten In the Gallery of Babies Kitty Rescue Poem - Abandoned in a Field Click on the Zebra Finch or Keyka To find the Gallery of Babies Zebra Finch and Other Babies - Gallery of Babies Keyka Zebra Finch DOB Sept. 10, 2012 - Gallery of Babies Finch Babies in a Nest of Dove Feathers A Poem About Hawks Audio Poem Click to Listen - A Sparrow Hawk Or read the Poem: A Sparrow Hawk An American Kestrel Is what they mostly call This hawk today A Sparrow Hawk For this smallest Falcon of prey The Kestrel usually hunts In an open field It can hover Using rapid wing beats Scanning the ground For a meal Courtship dives Are a common display Bringing her food Is another way This brilliant colorful Bird of prey Chooses a mate For a lifetime stay Connie S. Soto September 26, 2010 © Audio Poem Click to Listen - Damp and Dreary Or read the Poem: Damp and Dreary The wild birds are late today The stormy night Has kept them away They must be Snuggled up keeping warm Soon they will Have to brave the storm The rain fell hard The wind was howling The damp and dreary Cold was chilling It has rained for several days There will be no sun Again today Connie S. Soto March 20, 2011 © Audio Poem Click to Listen - We are Energized by Motivation Or read the Poem: We are Energized by Motivation Purpose is part of being human It is more important Than you might imagine Curiosity is a natural tendency That gives you determination To have purpose Is to have motivation Our instincts are not conscious We naturally thrive on challenges We are energized by motivation This works to our advanatage Autonomy matters For purpose and survival Goals and intent Are used for approval The need to know the goal To be accomplished Helps to understand the purpose That is established To understand behavior Which comes from human needs Is to understand the purpose Which can put you at ease Environmental factors Sometimes prevents success Very often they cause Humans a lot of stress Rewards may be tempting They tend to stifle humans in the end They do not help you to learn Encouragement with interest Is a better trend Focused energy with interest Creates the ability to act With your own free will Success is where it is at Connie S. Soto April 25, 2011 © VinneyV Sings Happily Audio Poem Click to Listen - Common Sense Or read the Poem: Common Sense Whether behavior is because Of what we want or what we know Or whether it is because Of what we think others want or know Common sense is the result Of basic ability to understand It is what you believe to be true Of what nearly all other people understand This shared perception Fits with social expectations The majority of people believe in common sense It was not attained by any special education Common sense from yesterday May not be pertinent Today It may be bias passed along from each generation Or from hindsight from yesterday Experience and sound judgment Makes a person reliable Being practical with common sense People view them as credible When you hear someone say Don't you have any common sense today Think of it this way It is either what we want or what we know Maybe it will be discounted Or left for tomorrow Connie S. Soto April 07, 2019 © Creativity is Key Audio Poem Click to Listen - Giving Your All Or read the Poem: Giving Your All To settle for less Will never do Creativity is the way To make dreams come true Laughter can help So we can rest Giving your all Helps to make life the best Connie S. Soto January 16, 2018 © Trees and Plants Are Vital Audio Poem Click to Listen - A Feeling of Peace Or read the Poem: A Feeling of Peace Leaving troubled days behind Is a must Life is always changing Nature is closely connected To us Have you heard That the earth is called A green planet Do humans take trees and plants For granted Trees and plants Provide food, clean air and water Without them life would not exist Caring for them really Does matter Sitting in silence Under a tree Might be the solace That we need A slight breeze Fills the air A feeling of peace Can be found there One day at a time Live like there is No tomorrow Seek a little tranquility Without any sorrow Connie S. Soto May 09, 2018 © Family Time Together is Important Audio Poem Click to Listen - Family Is Forever Or read the Poem: Family Is Forever A sense of belonging can happen Even when life is complicated Quality time together Makes us feel connected Without distractions Family time together can develop trust A strong family bond With a support system is a must Working together Helps manage your time with one another A positive attitude Teaches values and encourages each other Differences are important Individuality makes us unique in every way There is no pressure to be the same It is vital to listen to what they say Memories are created Each time you get together The concept of families always change Hopefully for the better Family time together Bonds you in a special way Family is forever Today and everyday Connie S. Soto December 16, 2018 © Take Time For Your Furry Friends And/Or Your Feathered Friends Audio Poem Click to Listen - To Care For Our Furry Friends Or read the Poem: To Care For Our Furry Friends Some people think Their pet is an integral Part of the family Our ancestors were Hunters and gatherers Pets were not part Of their biology It is not obvious why we bond With our furry friends In society it is still not universal From end to end We are a social species Who seek affection Why not share a little love With our furry companions Do our pets manipulate us For food and affection Do we love them and Give them hugs and attention They are completely Dependent upon us They are loyal and Can combat loneliness If you ask the question Why someone has a pet You can be sure A bunch of different answers Is what you will get People feel a strong attachment To their pets Upbringing or genetics Can be why We keep our pets Sometimes it can Fill a void To care for our furry friends Perhaps it is simply Because we derive comfort From them Once a bond is established With our pet Unconditional love Is what we will get Connie S. Soto June 12, 2019 © In Memory of Silvy April 3, 2003 - August 15, 2015 Remember The Important People in Your Life Audio Poem Click to Listen - A Certain Amount of Corruption Or read the Poem: A Certain Amount of Corruption Despite how some people use Unethical means to achieve success A person with a strong sense of morality Can resist unethical requests The dynamics of social interaction Influence social status The means for acceptance Is not automatic Power is used to influence The behavior of others within a society Certain behavior is essential For the survival of the society People with authority Use knowledge as a source of power Power is never static Someone with power Will feel a need for more power The reason for risk acceptance Can be power or personal gain Guilt on the other hand Can be a reason to refrain Power is used to influence The behavior of others It is all about having the authority To control and intimidate one another Rewards and no punitive action Can change people's motivation Acceptance within a society Can influence acts of corruption Personal recognition is psychological It is sought after even within a corrupt society The culture within this type of society Can influence judgment and morality If unethical behavior becomes normal Rules and procedures are disregarded Corruption although risky Can become rationalized The corrupt have a tendency To place themselves above others in the society Together they ignore the needs Of the greater community Unhappy people are susceptible To corruption as a way of belonging They feel it is a means for happiness Using power without the need for improving Happy people resist change Because change may reduce their happiness It is a typical misconception That power brings people happiness Unethical compliance is unlikely When individuals have a strong sense of morality When a decrease of corruption occurs in a society An increase in wealth can become a reality Corruption is explained as strategic, self interest But lacks information processing and decision making Basic integrity standards Can improve decision making If motivation is lost Members will stop cooperating They will no longer be accountable As their loyalty will be changing Anyone that presents new ideas Can threaten insecure leaders Corruption within a society Can be a sign of moral decay and failure Respect and good leadership Can help stop corruption Less dependence and self worth Can help resist any unethical temptation To be loyal within a society Provides recognition that feels personal The need for acceptance Is normal It is known that a certain amount of corruption Is tolerated in human society Laws are made to keep peace Within the society Does this mean A certain amount of corruption Is needed to have a successful society Can we live up to our potential With a balance of self control and equality Connie S. Soto May 26, 2019 © A Doodle Drawing! Audio Poem Click to Listen - I Wonder Why Or read the Poem: I Wonder Why I wonder why The sky is blue Often it looks grey In the morning dew I wonder why The grass is green I wonder why A sunset feels serene I wonder why The stars do twinkle Wishing upon a star Is quite simple I wonder why Lightning strikes It plays havoc Down the turnpike I wonder why Birds can fly You can find them on a fence Or in a tree up high I wonder why The sun does shine Life is better Than just fine Connie S. Soto September 02, 2019 © Change is Inevitable in Life! Audio Poem Click to Listen - Evolve Along Side of Technology Or read the Poem: Evolve Along Side of Technology The last major change in society Was the industrial revolution Trade, the development of machine tools, steel making, New Manufacturing and the textile industry Using new methods for production This only names a few Because somehow everyone's daily life Was being impacted in some way For the first time in the Western world A person's standard of living Grew better everyday An increase in automation and Artificial intelligence Or AI Will be the next major change Human labor will be replaced Cost is an incentive for businesses to change Many things will become obsolete As changes become common place Robots, drones and automated vehicles Will do the work for some of the things they replace Humans are only limited In the potential of what can be By creativity and our imagination in what we choose As we change and evolve along side of technology Will we remember to take time To put our electronic gadgets away To enjoy Mother Nature In all her glory each day Connie S. Soto September 15, 2019 © Enjoy Mother Nature Every Chance You Get! Audio Poem Click to Listen - Make Time For Reality Or read the Poem: Make Time For Reality When you see people gather At social events Over their phones You find their heads are bent It didn't take long To transform how we communicate Is the content we encounter enough To intellectually stimulate Are having casual acquaintances In the virtual world Really better Is it suppose to be a way To bring us together Do we hide our true self Or do we really engage with each other In social media isn't the definition To share and create with one another We create an aspiration of our self As a need for recognition Learning how it impacts us Is still psychologically A matter of discussion Does electronic gadgets Isolate us Real meaningful relationships Along with self-awareness Is a plus To be on line Affects our behavior Interests in common Makes return visits much greater Does on line activities Make our relationships suffer Do we tune out and sacrifice Real conversations with one another The quality of connections on line No way substitute for real interaction It is important to balance technology No matter what the situation Protect your privacy Embrace technology Do not miss out Make sure you make time for reality Connie S. Soto September 26, 2019 © Listen To The Songbirds Sing Audio Poem Click to Listen - The Robin Is a Popular Bird Or read the Poem: The Robin Is a Popular Bird The Robin is part Of the thrush family They are beautiful songbirds Quite naturally In length The Robin is about ten inches If you measure the wing span It is about fourteen inches Robins sing Most all year round They begin their song In the early dawn The female Robin Builds her nest Both parents raise the young By doing their best Once the young have fledged Typically half survive If they migrate south October is when they arrive They eat insects and worms Throughout the summer They switch to fruits For the winter Juvenile Robins Are brown at first Once they molt The red feathers burst The Robin is active Most of the day They create a flock As they sleep the night away The Robin Is a popular bird World wide It's beautiful song is heard Connie S. Soto October 27, 2019 © There Is No One Like You! Audio Poem Click to Listen - Live Up To Your Own Values Or read the Poem: Live Up To Your Own Values Why not be different than someone else There is no one like you To be unique can liberate us From the fear of acceptance and Being judged too As children growing up We often want to please When we reach adulthood Independence is what we'll be Do you continue to make choices Upon what other people want you to do Do you neglect to listen To your core values too It is not selfish to be true to yourself Your principles and values Means you should be true to you No matter what Always believe in yourself Success will come to you Our sense of self can influence The security you feel within Other people's opinions should not impact Your self-worth for anything Personal fulfillment can come If you accept yourself Flaws and all Self-awareness and open to improvement Keeps you on the ball Let others accept you For you Do not base your self-worth Upon what they say or do When you gain self-esteem External validation disappears Self-acceptance means we are true To ourselves as we overcome our fears Listening to your feelings Is usually right and helps you see Do not act against your true values Lying only covers up insecurities Live up to your own values Live up to who you are If you do You will be happier By far Connie S. Soto December 23, 2019 © Northern Harrier in flight Coopers Hawk Looking for Prey Baby Morning Dove Peace is Here A Cloud Bank A Cloud Trees Provide Life Rain Gives Life Spring Starts With Growth Alstroemeria Flower A Lily An Unusual Spring Flower A Fall Flower Baby Sparrows Get Fed A Special Place for Birds Some Birds Call this Home Alfie and His Baby 2016 Hand Feeding a Tiny Hummer 2015 A Hungry Hummer 2022 A Vulture Hanging Out On A Light Post A Mocking Bird They really do mimic what they hear My Favorite Fairy	A little poetry by Connie Enjoy Everyday Audio Poem Click to Listen - Christmas Time Is Special Or read the Poem: Christmas Time Is Special We work for a living That is true Christmas time is special Through and through From our house To another The warmth of Christmas Can bring us closer together Christmas is A state of mind Connect with family and friends In kind Bonds can get stronger Sharing memories of long ago A gift of your time Says more than you know The Christmas season is filled With happiness Thinking of loved ones Fills your heart with tenderness Connie S. Soto December 05, 2023 © One Day At A Time, Is The Way To Live Audio Poem Click to Listen - Authenticity Is A Natural Tendency Or read the Poem: Authenticity Is A Natural Tendency Each individual Is unique in their own right Authenticity is a fundamental notion To living a meaningful life Ordinary experiences Can become extraordinary The virtual world is typically Exaggerated to the contrary Events created in the past Becomes memories in the future You never know what events Will become a treasure Fundamentally we embrace reality Not judgmentally It doesn't mean we do not Judge other humans accurately Challenges can occur Almost every day Challenges can be met In a positive way Authenticity is a natural tendency It helps us reach our full potential To be true to ourselves Is essential Creativity displays originality This drives us Motivation toward fulfillment Is a plus Each of us is responsible For who we are Authenticity and how we choose To live is the best by far Value increases With self-actualization To be authentic Follow your passions It is important to find peace One day at a time Understanding what it means to be real Can last a lifetime Connie S. Soto November 27, 2023 © Treasure Everyday, Every Step Of The Way Audio Poem Click to Listen - Jealousy Or read the Poem: Jealousy If you feel jealousy You probably feel threatened Perhaps a fear of losing something Either real or imagined Jealousy can be experienced In all walks of life It can affect any person Causing strife If we experience jealousy How should we react to it Is it a wakeup call For something we should admit Simple acknowledgement Opens your eyes Strengthening the relationship Most often is wise It is important to take steps To help resolve the issues Preservation of the bond Possibly continues Self-reflection can develop A way for coping A little compassion Creates better feelings Negotiating boundaries Can be positive Drifting apart Is the alternative Communication plus Some give and take is sensible Being honest is important To make the negotiations acceptable Envy is more about your feelings This can cause some insecurity Feelings of envy Can also trigger jealousy Only you can cultivate a healthy perspective It can provide peace internal All of these feelings Are quite normal Connie S. Soto September 25, 2023 © One Day At A Time Audio Poem Click to Listen - When We Feel Lonely Or read the Poem: When We Feel Lonely Loneliness does not discriminate No matter how old we are A little encouragement from others Can show they care At times We all feel sad or lonely It helps when we Connect positively It is not always easy When we feel lonely It can affect us Both emotionally and physically To be carefree And happy Is how we are Meant to be It is fundamental To be a part of social interactions Do not let isolation Affect your emotions In ancient times Humans relied on each other What we learned was We literally need one another Self-preservation is A part of us To be who you are Is a plus Times to be alone Or not alone Is what we do Connecting together Is tried and true Connie S. Soto June 15, 2023 © Listen To The Birds Sing Audio Poem Click to Listen - To Be Alive Or read the Poem: To Be Alive Reach for the stars In all you do Doing your best Means a lot to you Who you are And what you do Makes a difference Especially For those who care about you We only live once So we do our best to survive Wisdom is gained Each day we strive Sometimes the little things Count More than you know On the other hand Experience Helps you to grow Reflect on yesterday Think about tomorrow Remember to treasure Here and now Appreciation for each day Requires tolerance Valuable knowledge Comes from experience Thankful for discoveries Yet to find Life's greatest treasury Is what we find inside We turn to those we love When we need a lift Having them in our lives Is one of nature's gifts Memories filled with love Is beyond measure To achieve happiness Is a great endeavor Friends come And sometimes go Will they always be there You just never know You don't know What you will gain if you fall Life moves on Don't pass up a chance to give it your all Ups and downs Is what we get Being happy is a choice Don't forget Smell the flowers Listen to the birds sing To be alive Is the best thing Connie S. Soto March 20, 2023 © Spring Is In The Air Audio Poem Click to Listen - When Robins Appear Or read the Poem: When Robins Appear The migrant birds Are here again A little sun will shine Every now and then The resident birds Stay all year Others return to their birthplace And they will persevere The length of daylight Helps to trigger migration Flexibility is needed to adjust To evolving conditions Migrant birds understand The advantage of changing habitats Availability of budding plants, insects and Nesting locations hidden from threats The ability to navigate cannot Be explained Unlike other species They are not trained Migration does not come Without any risks Things can happen like Stress, physical exertion or attacks Even though the endeavor Is a bit scary Birds are well equipped To survive the journey A bird regulates their journey Using their internal biological clocks Sometimes birds migrate In flocks When Robins appear You will know that spring is near Close to nature Is what you feel Listening to the birds Has great appeal Connie S. Soto February 22, 2023 © Enjoy Life Every Day - Family Counts Audio Poem Click to Listen - Who Is Family Means The Most Or read the Poem: Who Is Family The time you spend with family Shows that you care The emotional benefits Are quite clear Making family a priority Is something you should not skip A strong bond Strengthens your relationship Providing support during A traumatic event With an exchange of ideas Will help provide reinforcement Lack of connectivity stops communication That keeps families closer A longer healthier life Is a benefit of quality time together We all need a purpose in life With a sense of belonging Appreciation of each other Is more than appealing Unconditional love Is the best by far Who is family An important part of Who we are Connie S. Soto October 26, 2022 © Enjoy Family - Autumn Holds Tucker Audio Poem Click to Listen - Family Means The Most Or read the Poem: Family Means The Most We learn from experience We grow in stages It is a known fact Life always changes You are only as old As you appear A birthday is just One more year Remember it is just A number added to your age Give it your all Do not ever disengage We should follow up Whenever we fail Persistence helps Because we wish to prevail Be thankful for parents Who guided your way Family means the most Each and every day It is time to treasure How happy you are Your loved ones were born This is the best by far Connie S. Soto October 04, 2022 © Enjoy Rain, It Is Refreshing Audio Poem Click to Listen - It Might Rain Or read the Poem: It Might Rain A little light Shines through the night The moon is bright Before the morning light If clouds are gray Dense and deep It might rain To help you sleep The clouds have come The heat is gone Twilight at the horizon Signals dawn Invisible water vapor In the air Creates visible water droplets That form clouds midair The darker the clouds The more dense means it is packed When saturated it condenses into liquid That is a fact Dark and dreary clouds Can produce rain If the clouds are fluffy and white It will not rain Rainbows do not always appear They are an optical illusion Rain and sun is needed to make a rainbow It is always a nice addition Thinking about rain I have to say Rain, rain Come today Connie wants To splash and play Connie S. Soto September 22, 2022 © Enjoy Your Backyard Audio Poem Click to Listen - An Opossum Appeared Or read the Poem: An Opossum Appeared Summer is gone The weather is cool All the kids Have gone back to school I notice some clouds With a rainbow As I sit On the patio I heard a noise By the fence An opossum appeared He wasn't tense He was probably heading Toward his hideaway Opossum's usually Sleep during the day I wandered over I didn't move fast His mannerism Was steadfast Curiosity is the look I saw Alert and cute He didn't withdraw I have seen him before He usually wanders away It was fun that he stopped He made my day Connie S. Soto September 07, 2022 © Freedom is Important In America Audio Poem Click to Listen - Example Of The First Amendment Or read the Poem: Example Of The First Amendment America protects Freedom of speech Without fear of retaliation Is guaranteed for each You can choose a religion Or believe in none To practice either way Is an individual choice for everyone Freedom of the press Is a fundamental right Different opinions without censorship Provides for insight Peaceful assembly gives citizens Freedom to have a voice Discussions for important issues Is a choice If we can be heard We can protect our rights To petition the government to fix a wrong Can make something right This example of the first amendment Of the Bill of Rights Barely touches on how our freedoms are protected For individual rights The Bill of Rights was the foundation With ten amendments to the constitution To this day it continues to provide For individual liberties and protections Connie S. Soto August 22, 2022 © Enjoy The Garden Audio Poem Click to Listen - Do We Utilize Our Brain Or read the Poem: Do We Utilize Our Brain In today's society smart phone use means We are constantly plugged in each day Time flies by as we are preoccupied In so many ways How many hours are we absorbed Is Big Brother watching us anymore Smart phone use Keeps growing in popularity To refrain while driving Is important for safety The alternative to constant use That we see today Is it possible to be distracted By other things like we did yesterday Life was creative Before digital multimedia information We use to express ideas employing techniques With an old form of media illustrations Some people are not glued To their smart phones They are just not interested They prefer other milestones Life before technology was a simpler time Definitely not boring Distractions without any barriers Meant the possibilities were engaging Way back when The best thing was interacting together Face-to-face Was quite a treasure Due to the perceived Lack of necessity for most The art of cursive writing Has been lost Yesterday, some of what we used was Writing text, images, audio, video and animation Today online, texting, social media, photos, games and shopping Are only some of the many distractions Do we utilize our brain Like we did before Instead, the Internet Answers us more How we spend money Can be as easy as tap and pay Contact-less payments Is it really a good way Not everyone will trust technology To transmit a payment Some still write a check and Get an old fashion statement How many people still sit together To enjoy a meal Takeout food, ordered online Doesn't seem to lack appeal We have come a long way From cave painting, carrier pigeons, telegraph, and telephone Let us not forget to spend time with family and friends Don't forget the future of the drone Connie S. Soto August 17, 2022 © Listen To The Quiet and Hear The Birds Sing Audio Poem Click to Listen - Life As We Knew It Or read the Poem: Life As We Knew It Does society rely on technology Too much Do communication skills decline Because we do not physically stay in touch We seem to be constantly glued To our phones Even when interacting together The distraction of our phones Is sad not better How do we sharpen and process information In the here and now We need to fill it with our senses To hear, see, touch, and smell somehow It is true life is more convenient Because of technology It can even connect people world-wide Despite the diverse geography Since the Internet became popular There is more loneliness, less interaction, and laughter Since it affects almost everything we do Life as we knew is mostly not sought-after What was life like Before the Internet Creativity, no anonymity Deeper connectivity, talking and listening Is some of the things I will never forget Connie S. Soto August 08, 2022 © Life Together Takes Work Audio Poem Click to Listen - It Can Be Forever Or read the Poem: It Can Be Forever What is an anniversary A reminder how you met To be together back then Is still today's mindset This milestone For your life together Came from the decision To stay together forever Now days Too many get divorced What is more important Is not to feel remorse It is amazing The impact it still makes today Especially when you think Of all the work it takes to stay How many years Will you be together With trust and respect It can be forever Connie S. Soto July03, 2022 © Look To The Future Audio Poem Click to Listen - Big Brother And Big Data Or read the Poem: Big Brother And Big Data How different the world is Since technology came our way Without computers, a cell phone Or the Internet How did we spend our day We didn't even know What a virtual friend was Instead we had real friends Just Because Artificial Intelligence Is simply called AI It mixes with the cloud But not really in the sky AI along with cloud computing Gathers all the data These intelligent systems Can use the data Now or later Each person's digital footprint Has been collected at this juncture In this age of cyber space We need to understand The impact it has on our future When George Orwell wrote 1984 He warned about Big Brother Watching you Extreme control under a dictatorship Can hurt society too With the capacity for thought Our creativity can reach unlimited heights After all we are unique In our own rights Learning to read body language is lost As we spend less time together Replaced by social media The alteration of the brain Is hard to measure Will Big Brother control us or will we continue To live up to our potential What will happen hasn't even been thought of yet Will technology still be essential Big Brother and Big Data Is here What it brings in the future Is not clear Connie S. Soto June 25, 2022 © No Matter How Tiny Life Is Precious Audio Poem Click to Listen - The Little Things Each Day Or read the Poem: The Little Things Each Day As I sit here and Ponder today I wonder why little things count In such a big way Respect and trust Is crucial for love The little things each day Is what maintains this love No matter how small If it is special to you It can mean so much It can bring happiness too The spontaneous nature Of all the little things Is crucial in relationships For the genuine love that it brings The perception of positive feelings That you have for your mate Can create the long term happiness That defines your fate Remember it is The little things that happen each day It fulfills our lives In a more substantial way These little things are continuous They build up in time The significance of them Can bring true love Over a lifetime Connie S. Soto June 13, 2022 © A Milestone Can Change Your Destiny Audio Poem Click to Listen - We Create Who We Are Or read the Poem: We Create Who We Are Lessons we learn Teach us to be diligent Values that define us Are significant Society's paradigm Has shifted The standard markers Have changed Pursuing our interests Isn't always what society expects Passion for your work Helps you earn respect Humans have always been Quite complex Our accomplishments Is only part of what is next Life is always changing Mistakes are inevitable Learning from them Can sometimes be incredible As we reach outside our comfort zone It can become a new foundation Understanding our environment Can provide a little inspiration A turning point Can change our direction A milestone can change destiny With a new selection No one is perfect Self-acceptance is how we adapt Strength and resilience Can keep us intact We create who we are By the choices we make Success in life Is no mistake Connie S. Soto May 24, 2022 © Stop And Watch The Birds Audio Poem Click to Listen - To Just Be Happy Or read the Poem: To Just Be Happy Emotional strength, financial stability Is quite an undertaking If you have purpose It will give your life meaning Once we take care of our needs Happiness can be achieved Do not regret yesterday Or worry about tomorrow Do not let negativity Fill you with sorrow Live life to the fullest Do not let priorities slip away Taking time for loved ones Goes a long way Simply enjoy life for what it is Do not concentrate on external situations Remember to value Your internal expectations Do not let anxiety rule Consider what is most relevant Life is full of distractions Concentrate on what is important To find inner peace Focus on the good things To just be happy Appreciate your surroundings The here and now Is what we have Constant change Is what it does No matter what you do Find something good each day The little things count In so many ways Connie S. Soto April 22, 2022 © America The Beautiful Audio Poem Click to Listen - Most People Want To Be Free Or read the Poem: Most People Want To Be Free Civil liberties Do not happen In authoritarian countries Power is maintained by blind submission To authority With a lack of individual freedoms For thoughts and actions Authority demands subservience To be the communities reactions The people do not have the right For any opposition The government maintains control By political repression Authoritarians control the deprivation Of civil liberties throughout the population The creation of allegiance is accomplished By socialization and indoctrination The manipulation of information Is their way to maintain control The utilization of power Is their goal The prevalence of corruption Exerts tighter control To instill fear Submission to authority Is not how we should live Especially Not in fear Is the overall trajectory Of our country Moving in the wrong direction Democracy is for the people As defined In the constitution Life expectancy is better Within a democracy Economic growth is better too Stability, individuality and Standing for our freedoms Is better too Most people want to be free Democracy is how That can be Connie S. Soto April 04, 2022 © Home Is More Than Just A House Audio Poem Click to Listen - What Does Home Mean To You Or read the Poem: What Does Home Mean To You A sense of belonging Is essential for the human race Think of home As a treasured place The basics for shelter, food and water Is what a house provides In our home we can create An atmosphere of love That keeps us satisfied Humans need to establish social bonds It is essential for our well being Personal choice and to know Your dreams can come true Are the best feelings Home represents privacy Where positive psychological experiences Can be met There are no constraints To build the best memories yet Home gives us a place From which to leave each day A place to return to feel secure In a special way Home is a place Where we can feel safe It gives you a sense of belonging It is a very unique place Home is where you can be Who you truly are The significance of your identity Is on par Home is typically filled With love and affection Home provides refuge From external negative intrusions Home is an important Part of each of us Home sweet home Is a positive focus For all of us What does home Mean to you Besides human basics We establish our evolutionary Roots too Connie S. Soto March 06, 2022 © What Will The Future Bring Audio Poem Click to Listen - Artificial Intelligence Or read the Poem: Artificial Intelligence Life changed during the industrial age Inventions such as the steam engine, Electricity, the light bulb and more Now robotics, quantum computing, Genetic engineering Is much different than before Technological innovations Could make our lives more efficient Taking advantage of these benefits Could be a positive development So what is the next revolution Where the established order Will once again change Safety research is important now To ensure life will not be strange Humans have a limited understanding Of the human brain The power of technology and the wisdom How we manage it will rain AI is artificial intelligence IoT is the Internet of things These inventions will define A revolution that it will bring The need to manage AI With wisdom is essential Creating intelligent machines Has so much potential The cloud will help To train the machines Gathering your data Is what it will mean AI has already started to emerge But will it disrupt us or replace us Hopefully it will Co exist with us Super intelligence is certainly A possibility Intelligent designs is crucial For human stability How fast AI will come to be Is widely disputed In the past it certainly Has been overly exaggerated If AI could outsmart us How would we manage What will it be like for us To live in this new age Creative thinking will help us So we will not perish But will civilization Really flourish Connie S. Soto January 02, 2022 © Enjoy Life Now Audio Poem Click to Listen - The Importance of It All Or read the Poem: The Importance Of It All There's a sparkle In your eyes No one Can deny Life is but a journey With options far and wide Even small decisions Should not be minimized Although some of your results Should be scrutinized Subtle changes that you make Can help you specialize Unexpected or profound results Should be emphasized Each step through life Helps you organize Creating a list Helps you to prioritize Clarification of the important items Will not be a surprise Working on the things that matter Makes you feel satisfied Some of what you choose to do May be criticized The importance of it all Is to learn and not agonize Every change that happens Makes you realize Life is never the same It's time to stabilize It is a journey Not without compromise Making the best of each day Is quite wise Connie S. Soto December 08, 2021 © Enjoy Family & Friends Audio Poem Click to Listen - Live For Today Or read the Poem: Live For Today Whether you are religious Or not Thanksgiving and Christmas Should not be bought It should be filled With family and friends Spending time together Discussing odds and ends We grow up with things That feels just right We want them to continue As if it's a birthright To focus on things We do not have Ends up being All too sad We take things for granted Lots of the time Good things happen to us Throughout our lifetime Freedom is important No matter what we do Remember to appreciate You're potential too Live for today Not in the past Hope for the future Can be unsurpassed Connie S. Soto November 19, 2021 © Telephone Booths Have Disappeared Audio Poem Click to Listen - In Days Of Old Or read the Poem: In Days Of Old What was it like In days of old No Internet No cell phones Black and white photos Black and white TV's No social media Or any DVD's Virtual friends Did not exist Physical interaction Is surely missed The world was A different place You were aware of your surroundings Instead of off in cyberspace Technology is an integral part Of modern mankind Thinking, creativity along with privacy Seems to be left behind Think of the comparison Between technology and The pony express Instant messages or Delivery of snail mail no less A quick evolution of technology Since it began Changes for everyone Throughout the land Email started out To be all the rage Social media mostly replaced it In this technological age On the Internet people maintain friendships Day to day They exaggerate who they are In a positive way Life is not What it appears No body language to see Beyond smoke and mirrors Lack of physical interaction May make us lonelier Can we learn from the past When life was simpler Technology can improve The quality of life Unless it inundates you And causes you strife Maybe books Will stick around Paper cards and Dewey Decimal systems Will not be found Encyclopedias have all But disappeared Wikipedia is available If a smart phone Is near Printed copies Will soon disappear iCloud systems Are always near Google maps Keep us from getting lost No need for paper maps Whatever street we cross Money typically was transferred using Cash or checks Electronic exchanges lack a tangible form This new system is complex The money does not sit In a physical place No need to visit an ATM Or see a bank teller face to face Electronic tools are useful Quite convenient too Do not let it make you lazy Over reliance will never do Stay aware of the physical world around you Virtual reality is everywhere Do not decrease your abilities and creativity Interact in the real world with care. Connie S. Soto November 02, 2021 © Freedom For America Audio Poem Click to Listen - Belief in Freedom and Civil Liberties Or read the Poem: Belief in Freedom and Civil Liberties The United States of America Became a country in its own right When the Declaration of Independence was adopted The United States of America Created the Constitution Setting the laws of the land making us united Is America beginning to suffer The erosion of our freedoms Did our founding fathers believe Safeguards in the constitution Would protect our freedoms During the struggle for independence The framers needed a workable plan To ensure all Americans rights and freedoms Together the Constitution and the Bill of Rights Would guarantee to protect Americans rights for freedom The original thirteen colonies Declared independence from British rule overall Created by legislative power The official rules would Pertain to them all The struggle for independence and The belief in freedom and civil liberties Were unanimous All men are created equal Which include certain rights of Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness To the American people Along with high moral standards Freedom meant equality The future course of America Would pursue the common good and Create social stability Liberty means Doing what is right Restrained from Doing what is wrong or illegal As a nation Government needs approval and Consent by The American people Connie S. Soto September 19, 2021 © Baby Finch Is Growing Up Audio Poem Click to Listen - If There Is Trust And Respect Or read the Poem: If There Is Trust And Respect To have a healthy relationship Trust is fundamental Doubts dissipate when trust exists It cannot be incidental Letting go of any doubts With time is reasonable Trust does take time With a willingness to be vulnerable Saying something You will not do Will come back to bite you Especially if you Do not follow through It always helps To say what you mean And to mean What you say One sided efforts do not work Both have to be motivated If there is trust and respect It helps you feel valued Honesty, good communication and Understanding is a must Basic respect is important Without it we cannot have trust Humans rely on the instinct Of self-protection Removing the barriers Is a potential risk of hurt or rejection A relationship can be destroyed From a loss of trust An apology with changed behavior Could help us to adjust To be happy Trust, respect and honesty Keeps us together To feel valued and appreciated Makes you want To stay together, forever Connie S. Soto August 29, 2021 © Baby Finch Survives Audio Poem Click to Listen - Wordless Signals Do Not Exist Or read the Poem: Wordless Signals Do Not Exist Social media has an effect on the brain That can cause some to become addictive Virtual is not real and it is good to set limits So we can become more effective Social media tendencies Are filled with multitasking It is well known that humans Have never been proficient at multitasking Social media does provide A feeling of being connected The interaction is more casual Not demanding without being involved The experience of social media does not require The complexities of real emotions or feelings of self worth Real conversations provide non verbal signals Promoting insight for better mental health Social media creates a form of interactions That is not real They feed you information For what they think you might want or feel Without the need for a cognitive effort Wordless signals do not exist Sub-sequentially the true understanding Of the real situation is missed Connie S. Soto August 16, 2021 © Baby Canary Begs Audio Poem Click to Listen - Projecting Our Self Image Or read the Poem: Projecting Our Self Image What we wear sends Powerful signals to our peers Projecting our self image Of what we display Becomes clear Within a few seconds of meeting someone An opinion is formed Even with time Your initial feelings are usually confirmed How we are perceived And judged by each other Is psychological Male or female Is not significant It is socially acceptable How we dress can be Either a conscious or An unconscious decision Body language provides Part of the perceived vision Clothing can impact your behavior Or mental attitude It can make you more confident Creating the mind set For a better mood Power dressing Can create confidence Being confident Can make for A better experience An identity crisis or Crucial life changes Can take us out of our comfort zone Feeling a bit lost can create Different style choices Into the unknown If your overall look Matches your personality It is worth it to match who you are Which gives you more vitality If pretense expressions and stance Say one thing or another Your body language Will give you away to others How you dress not only affects The way others see you It also affects The way you see yourself The best part of it all Is When you look your best You will feel your best Connie S. Soto July 24, 2021 © Have Faith In Yourself Audio Poem Click to Listen - Self-Confidence Is Essential Or read the Poem: Self-Confidence Is Essential If you believe You are a good person Usually you will Be treated right Trust in your abilities Comes from what you have achieved To acknowledge your capabilities Is a skill we all need To spend time worrying about other people's opinions Usually creates dissatisfaction It is better to focus on your potential abilities This provides more realistic expectations A few of the causes for low self-esteem, Comes from a lack of achievements, stressful events, Or critical feedback Positive self-esteem, with a healthy opinion of yourself, Comes from a belief in your abilities, good experiences, And positive feedback Self-confidence can bring the joy Of what life has to offer To find happiness Learning to accept compliments and criticism Can help you prosper Previous experiences Do not have to define your destiny Acceptance of yourself flaws and all Can be healthy Self-esteem means Look to the future with thoughts and feelings That is vital Self-confidence is essential For human survival Fear seems to occur When things are unknown It requires conviction and Greater strength with control To meet life's challenges We need to trust our instincts and abilities The confidence to act helps us take risks For better possibilities A positive attitude is needed To reach your objectives If you value yourself and your abilities You will be effective Connie S. Soto June 16, 2021 © Tiki, August 2, 2006 - January 02, 2021 Audio Poem Click to Listen - Tiki Was Full Of Love Or read the Poem: Tiki Was Full Of Love Tiki my sweet little canary Lived his life With me Tiki was nine days old When I hand raised him You see Frequent feedings meant I'd take him to work With me His daily presence Became common place You see Taking care of him Was important To me He easily adapted To humans You see To spoil Tiki Was easy To me He gave me joy Everyday You see Tiki never stopped Being special To me Tiki was full of love You see Connie S. Soto January 02, 2021 ©	Visit Connie's other web site: http://conniesoto.com Listen to her poems or read them In depth through Connie's eyes A little psychology and human insight Articles: Canaries Canary FAQ's Canary Breeding FAQ's How To Band a Baby Canary Baby Canary Food & Cautions A Canary Brooder Can Be Quite Simple How to Hand Train A Canary Canary Respiratory & Mite FAQ's Basic Finch FAQ's Basic Zebra Finch FAQ's Zebra, Society Finch Breeding FAQ's Hummingbird General FAQ's Hummingbird Feeding FAQ's Warbler FAQ's Air Sac Mites Interesting Facts about Bird Zebra Finches, Air-Sac Mites - Other Ailments Autumn Johnson: Poems for All Occasions: Gallery of Greetings & Holiday Poems Gallery of Poetry & Photos: Gallery One of Poetry & Photos Gallery Two of Poetry & Photos Finches - Poetry & Photos Neat Places to Visit: Gemma in the UK - Help for finches BirdBreath a light hearted satire Let Fred Help You Find It Computer Archaeology All things nice From Ireland Incubators Poetry, Photos & Facts: Gallery of Babies - Poetry, Photos & Facts Parakeet: The Parakeet's Visit Bird Photos: American Avocet The Ring-Billed Gull & The American Crow Relationship Poems: Tender Acts of Kindness Our Journey Together Complete Trust Sending Out Some Clues What Is A Sister My Sister, My Friend Wedding Poems & Photos: Forever Treasured, Jennifer & Darren Carla, A Lovely Bride Forever Anniversary Loss, Special Memories, Judy & Bill The Father And The Bride - For Jim On A Farm - Jeanne & Gary As You Begin - Barney & Kathy Wedding Photos: Jennifer & Greg Daryl & Mary Photo Restorations: Gallery One Gallery Two Gallery Three Gallery Four Gallery Five Gallery Six Gallery Seven Gallery Eight Gallery Nine Devin's Corner: Devin - Push Scooters Devin - Scooter Fun Grandpa & Devin make a Scooter Ramp A Little Time with Grandpa Spending Time with Grandpa Devin & Snow - A Little Silkie Fly the Pirate's Kite Devin Plays Soccer Devin Skateboarding Devin Draws Nathan Strube - RIP Marilyn's Corner: Poem For Eric - A Salute To You Grandson Cousin Poem - Mediocre Would Not Do Cousin Poem - Remember When Dominique - Mt Hood Washington Winter Scarves - A Surprise from You Krystyl's Corner: A Mix of photos Citizenship Family Corner: A Few Generations A Family Circle Fun at the Zoo Family's Corner Long Ago to Now All In a Day Fishing Fun The Joyce Family Album Steve's Corner: Wedding Poem - Inspired by Renee Fate - Inspired by Poem, Tiki Survived Trust - Inspired by Poem, I Love The Birds Poems About Loss: Life's Journey Is Not Always Easy VDee, My Little Canary Gloster Canary, I Miss Her Now A Tribute To Maurice, A Special Man Tiki's Corner: Tiki Photos - My Little Canary Bird Tiki Poem - Tiki Is Spoiled Tiki Poem - William and Tiki Hand Trained Canaries are fun Tiki does not want to go back into his cage. A hand trained canary can give you a lot of joy. They usually have terrific personalities. As you can see Tiki is spoiled. Tiki Fluffs His Feathers After A Bath Audio click to Listen - I Guess We Have to Share Or read the Poem: I Guess We Have to Share I am a little canary My name is Tiki I have two feathered friends Who I share my time with my human We all love to spend time Out of the cage Hanging out with our human Is quite the rage Tweeter lives in the cage next to me The human has not yet decided If Tweeter is a he or a she In the canary world The human does not always know If we are a boy or a girl Only time will let them know Then there is Tweeky He is definitely a he He sings morning noon and night His song is nothing less than An awesome melody The canaries try to get The priorities of our human We have to mention finches Who also gets her attention Kiva this girl finch Gets to come out of her cage She hangs out with our human As if Finches were all the rage I guess we have to share For our humans attention Even with Vger The kitty Who also gets lots of Her attention Connie S. Soto October 01, 2010 © Tiki's Favorite Place After His Bath Tweeky's Journey: Tweeky's Photos and Poems Click to Listen to Tweeky sing Click to Visist Gallery of East Bay Birds: The Gallery of East Bay Birds Enjoy wildlife - Wild Bird Poem Audio Poem Click to Listen - The Wild Birds at the Feeder Or read the Poem: The Wild Birds at the Feeder The first chilly morning Of the season I expected everyone To be snuggled up keeping warm Instead there is activity All around The sun was out Without any signs of a storm It was almost as if Chilly equates to energy The wild birds at the feeder Were eating breakfast quite happily The canary's song Rings loud and clear All the little birds chattering Is music to my ears The Scrub Jay arrives On the scene He announces himself loudly He does not have to scream The Hummingbirds pay him No mind They zoom in and out It is too early for the sun To make their feathers iridescent Or glitter and shine Even though the nectar feeder Seats more than three One at a time eat As the Hummingbird Chases the others up in the tree A little while later To my surprise Two Anna Hummingbirds Ate together Right before my very eyes This is not typical Behavior for them I feel happy watching These sweet little gems Connie S. Soto November 12, 2010 © Coopers Hawk in the Rain Audio Poem Click to Listen - The Threatening Dark Clouds Or read the Poem: The Threatening Dark Clouds The morning feels a bit eerie The rain is only a mist The threatening dark clouds Promise much more than this The Coopers Hawk arrives He shakes the rain off of his feathers You can count on him coming by No matter what the weather The wild birds Will not come by They will wait Until the hawk leaves For the sky Connie S. Soto March 20, 2011 © Tiny and Full of Love Hummingbirds fill our hearts with joy! Audio Poem Click to Listen - Time is of the Essence Too Or read the Poem: Time is of the Essence Too Jewel lost his leg To a hawk He had a will For life That would not stop Here he is In all of his health On a branch so high Carefree like nothing else How do you suppose That he will do It all depends On who will find him Time is of the essence too Connie S. Soto March 02, 2011 © In the Spring Take a Walk Watch for New Baby Birds Audio Poem Click to Listen - Little Peeps Or read the Poem: Little Peeps When you see Baby birds everywhere You can tell that Spring is here Momma gives The warning sounds Her babies listen As they are bound She feeds the babies She keeps them warm She keeps them dry If it storms Little peeps Is what I hear The peeping stops When I come near To raise them right Is part of her charm She will keep them safe From harm Sometimes the Dad Helps to feed the young Watching the babies Is a lot of fun Connie S. Soto May 20, 2011 © Can We Imagine 300 Years Ago Audio Poem Click to Listen - A Nanny or a Kid Or read the Poem: A Nanny or a Kid Did you ever wonder why Children are called kids After all A baby goat Is really a kid Did you ever wonder why A sitter is called a nanny After all A Momma goat Is really a nanny Is it just slang Or a metaphor After all It has been around For three hundred years or more The sound of a baby goat Was compared to The sound of a child's cries Baby goats are so very cute Children are too This is no surprise Society is left Sharing these names Whether it is A nanny or a kid It is All the same Connie S. Soto July 17, 2016 © Always Listen To Your Instincts Audio Poem Click to Listen - Intuition Is a Gift Or read the Poem: Intuition Is a Gift Intuition is the feeling From unconscious information In our brain The subconscious sends signals Through our nerves Which sometimes are hard to explain We are wise to listen To subconscious feelings It can bridge the gap Between experience and analytical thinking The brain automatically updates Before it can reach your conscious awareness But analytical thinking takes time Intuition is a gift that is tremendous Thoughts that we act upon Do not always have to be deliberate or rational We can depend on that gut feeling It is typically infallible To know without knowing why Are the emotions that make us feel connected Listen to our instincts It is how we have always survived Connie S. Soto March 18, 2019 © Enjoy Life, One Day At A Time Audio Poem Click to Listen - The Younger Generation Or read the Poem: The Younger Generation Time has changed From each generation To the next Kids spent more time To play outside Now mostly they text Less face time Provides less interaction Virtual reality will be normal To the new generation A higher education Will help them do their best Jobs without it Will most likely pay less Leaving home takes longer For the younger generation Part of the reason Is the cost of inflation A passion for reading Is getting lost It is sad because it is Too great a cost Humans could not function Without change Hopefully society adopts the ones That is not too strange Connie S. Soto May 18, 2018 © Waddles, A Lone Duck Audio Poem Click to Listen - A Sense of Purpose Or read the Poem: A Sense of Purpose Never under estimate Your place in the work world Retirement Is a huge transition Freedom from work means You can fully appreciate Your new mission When you worked Human contact was automatic When you retire Creating connections Is not that automatic Your colleague's world Still revolves around work They are not always friends Pressure, stress and meetings for you Came to an end A spouse does not fill The social connection A sense of purpose Is your new question Change occurs Your entire life In retirement loss of the familiar Can produce feelings of strife Anxiety and depression is common Who you are is changing Private time is objective Loneliness is a powerful feeling Nurture your relationships A little peace is ideal Starting over will help define you Removing the detachment you feel Social media is not A substitute for loneliness Real social connections are critical To remove feelings of emptiness You waited for free time without commitments Now life can have more meaning Purpose helps find your identity Never stop growing To have someone to trust Is imperative Keeping connected Is an important prerogative Live life with passion As if there is no tomorrow Treasure each day Can bring happiness Not sorrow Connie S. Soto August 18, 2018 © Talk to Yourself Audio Poem Click to Listen - No Matter What Or read the Poem: No Matter What Talk to yourself in the image Of when you were little Little person I know your fears I know your dreams Trust me that I will never abandon you Trust me that I will never harm you No matter what I will always take care of you No matter what I will always love you Connie S. Soto April 07, 1983 © Veena Kitty, Is Part of My Family Audio Poem Click to Listen - Learn To Accept Family Or read the Poem: Learn To Accept Family Sometimes adult children and parents Do not get along The first thing a parent thinks Is what did they do wrong This is not the case Parents are human They make mistakes Children make their own choices They are who they are To view their childhood with compassion Is better by far Your upbringing is where you came from Whether it was good or bad To accept the reality of what it was Doesn't have to be sad We see the world more clearly When we deal with our thoughts and feelings Try not to let our emotions get the better of us Life does have more meaning Obstacles in life Come and go To be resilient Is how we stretch and grow Remember it is always okay To agree To disagree It is human to feel anger But it is important to listen To let anger ruin a relationship Is a difficult lesson Anger feels demeaning And condescending Feeling as though you are being judged Is so distressing When you care The rational mind Helps to forgive When we value someone We need To be supportive Learn to accept family They are who they are Help them to accept you You are who you are Connie S. Soto September 09, 2018 © Even a Kitty Can Reach For the Stars! Audio Poem Click to Listen - Reach For the Stars Or read the Poem: Reach For the Stars Attitude comes from upbringing And Attitude comes from experience The result of the decisions we make Comes from our attitude We can change or alter our lives Because of our attitude A negative attitude can talk us into negative results It can be a bit destructive or define our faults A negative attitude can limit your success A positive attitude is necessary for success A positive attitude can help you stretch and grow After all we do reap what we sow Either a negative or positive attitude cannot stop Bad things from happening But a positive outcome Can come from positive thinking Challenges bring opportunities to reach Toward your milestones You can control your attitude Even if fear is based on the unknown You can choose how to respond Even if you cannot control What comes your way Your survival depends on your ability To work through hard times anyway If you don't take chances Opportunities will not come your way If you think you can accomplish something You will find a way To focus on what is good Makes you appreciate what you have Integrity and a positive attitude Can help even when things get bad Success Never comes overnight Motivation and a can-do attitude Will help you get it right When things get difficult Resilience helps you adapt Working through things Means that you are on the right track When you control your attitude You make of best of every situation Learning to work through your emotions Can be your foundation A better quality of life is possible If you believe in yourself you will go far To keep a positive attitude Can help you to reach for the stars Connie S. Soto September 21, 2019 © Freedom is Important Audio Poem Click to Listen - Human Culture Is Complex Or read the Poem: Human Culture Is Complex America is changing We are no longer one culture One language or one American nationality Are we becoming fractured Due to racial diversity We were strong As one nation and one people We were free Under the constitution Change sometimes happens Before evolution can adjust Adaptive adjustments and communication Is a must Our culture Is part of our evolution Our history makes a difference It is part of the present Human culture is complex What we believe Is psychological The acquisition to share knowledge Is possible Through our eyes The world is focused from experience Within our minds What we strive for Can make a difference The need to conform can be greater Than personal opinion or experience To adapt seems crucial Even if it means obedience Conformity is a human trait It varies across different cultures Language provides the ability To comprehend the beliefs of others Money has a strong tendency To rule Common goals tend To bind us together Shared knowledge is a key For unity What is diversity Will it keep us free Connie S. Soto March 08, 2019 © Savor Each and Every Day Audio Poem Click to Listen - A Sense of Wonder Or read the Poem: A Sense of Wonder A child's world is innocent Everything is new Learning about the world Is awe inspiring too Whether you are a child or an adult A sense of wonder is amazing Remember, you are unique From the very beginning To feel a sense of belonging Is a fundamental need A meaningful existence Is what life ought to be Believe in yourself Strengthen your connection to others To be who, you are Reach for a sense of wonder As we learn we gain knowledge We never stop learning Curiosity, along with the little things matter Life is always changing Beyond our own creativity What is the sense of wonder Sometimes it can be Mother Nature In all of its splendor Never stop questioning Open your mind and look around Life is full of mystery You never know what can be found Appreciate life A sense of wonder Is the beginning of wisdom Savor every moment After all It is your decision Connie S. Soto August 05, 2019 © Open Your Mind Audio Poem Click to Listen - The Endless Mystery of the Sense of Wonder Or read the Poem: The Endless Mystery of the Sense of Wonder To wonder provides insight Curiosity makes us explore Creativity is the key That can open the door Basic knowledge helps us To interpret and understand Every day is different It is important to do what you can Be the one who makes things happen Choose which way to go Life is always changing No matter what you know Never be so pre-occupied That you miss the experience of wonder Cell phones detract from reality You might even miss hearing thunder The endless mystery of the sense of wonder Makes us feel complete Your journey throughout life Shows that humans are unique Nothing should stop you From wondering why A positive attitude Makes it feel great to be alive Reassess your options If something feels wrong Logic will help you To get along To achieve happiness Take one step at a time Believe in yourself You know you can shine Even though yesterday is gone You feel as though your life is full of wonder Tomorrow is a fleeting thought Today is what you need to treasure Open your mind Wonder is part of who we are Never forget Mother Nature is the star Even though there is no one Quite like me One of a kind is what I would rather be Connie S. Soto August 28, 2019 © Innocence is a Gift to All of Us! Audio Poem Click to Listen - How You Live Or read the Poem: How You Live Looking ahead Isn't always the thing to do Appreciate the here and now Makes you treasure life too What you do in your life Is strictly up to you Time is a gift That can impact you A negative attitude Can bring frustration A sense of purpose Can bring satisfaction If you are determined and focus on achievement Success will come your way Tomorrow you will not regret If you do what means the most to you each day Increase the odds to live longer When you choose good things without hesitation Consequences are costly When we make bad decisions More than you realize Time spent with family truly matters Other things may seem urgent Happiness can make you stronger The number of years You get to live Is not as important As how you live What we have right now Is all we've got What we didn't know It is much better than we thought Connie S. Soto October 15, 2019 © Human's Are Part of Mother Nature Audio Poem Click to Listen - To Be Cut Off Prevents Resolution Or read the Poem: To Be Cut Off Prevents Resolution Estrangement between families Is not uncommon Often the reason is unknown It can feel as though we are forgotten Despite the differences between you We need to find common ground To accept your adult children You think you know them well Yet they have changed since They were children Humans inevitably make mistakes This is well known We learn from failures Which become stepping-stones Do not regret making mistakes Life is a journey Where we all have choices To be cut off prevents resolution Success can come Because we experience new opportunities Does estrangement happen When we feel ill at ease with each other To be cut off prevents resolution When you cannot talk it over Everything changes As time passes Communication is necessary To resolve issues Everyone involved suffer The consequences Parents are usually the ones Who seek to restore the relationship Understanding goes a long way To solidify a new companionship Sometimes choosing to be close to parents Can feel like they are going backwards Despite building an independent life Many things go unanswered Reasons for the disparity Can be quite bad or much less Sometimes it is simply caused By personalities that do not mesh Rejection can affect anyone Because to be connected Is a human need Isolation from those you love Causes loneliness indeed Many coping mechanisms May come into play Positive changes with reconciliation Is the best way Connie S. Soto October 23, 2019 © Life is Great! Audio Poem Click to Listen - A Proper Balance of Priorities Or read the Poem: A Proper Balance of Priorities Who we are is part of What we choose to do Do you spend time doing things That really matter to you There is never enough time For everything we want to do Having purpose and setting priorities Are important too How busy we are Is dependent upon what we choose Not spending time on what is important Can make us feel overwhelmed or confused Creating some time Just for you Is important For emotional health too Work is important but it should not Be your only priority Making time for things important to us Should be a priority To be too busy is not a sign That life has more meaning You can make a difference By setting your goals and priorities Instead of multitasking The old saying Stop and smell the roses Help us to renew A real commitment to what you value Is better for you too Satisfaction and happiness Is at stake Achievement through A proper balance of priorities Is what it takes Take a deep breath Stop and say It is great To be alive today Connie S. Soto November 09, 2019 © Believe In Yourself! Audio Poem Click to Listen - Our Capabilities Or read the Poem: Our Capabilities To settle for what we have now Is our current reality Humans typically strive For more quite naturally Whether we were raised Rich or poor Motivation can help us Strive for more A lack of self-confidence Can hinder you Ambition can help To inspire you Deep down we know Our capabilities Realistic aspirations Guide the possibilities If the meaning and purpose of life Come from our values Inner strength and passion Can come too Perseverance and hard work Is the key to success Mistakes and failures help get you there No less Connie S. Soto December 03, 2019 © Crossing Guards Are Important Watch For School Children Audio Poem Click to Listen - To Be Guarded Or read the Poem: To Be Guarded Life is not always easy Sometimes it is disruptive It can cause inner distress This is not productive To be human means We have issues or we have secrets Emotional avoidance Can help calm instead of fret Unfortunately everyone's intentions Are not pure Sometimes we are guarded Until trust is sure Interaction with one another Can either waste your time Or be more than gossip Which can become refined To open up to someone Makes us vulnerable The advantage of trust and feeling safe Makes us comfortable Strong ties with another Can fulfill us When your heart is ready Letting them in Is a must To be guarded Is not wrong To trust and feel worthy Makes relationships strong Connie S. Soto January 04, 2020 © Click to Visist House Sparrow Babies: The House Sparrow Babies Momma House Sparrow Feeds a Baby A Little Hummer Who loves to sing A pair of Great Egrets A Great Egret in Flight Very Unusual near Homes A Golden Eagle makes a visit White Breasted Nuthatch A Golden-Crowned Sparrow Hanging out in the thicket A Scrub Jay On the antenna A Starling fledgling It looks like it is doing the high step A White-Crown Juvenile A Cedar Wax Wing They are migratory birds A Says Phoebe Says Phoebe Likes The Antenna

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