• Christmas vs The Poppy

    by Michael Plante For many years, the poppy stood alone on a day of remembrance. Convincing the world it was invincible. A triumphant defeat against a murderous dictator put the poppy front and center. The world was grateful for the combined efforts of men and women who sacrificed their lives and souls to gain freedom…

  • The Wolves of Redemption

    by Michael Plante A black sheep walked over the hillsreleased by the Gods of fate.The black sheep understood it’s existenceand grazed upon the landscape.The shepherd that walks the hillsidefelt a sense of easementas he watched the black sheep from a distance.“Destiny walks alone”, he thought. The black sheep roamed the hillsidenever disturbing the landscapegrazing the…

  • The Table

    by Michael Plante It is a fine table I sit attopped with integrity, honor, and love.Family and friends surround this tableall have contributed to the success of its beauty.We smile and laughtears that were held in the heart are releasedthe joys of life are revealed unrestricted. It is a fine day I livefor I have…

  • The Silent Stranger

    by Michael Plante Late fall brings a freezing rainand an appreciation of what was.Our fortitude was thrusted upon us.We could give in, yet that is really not an option.So we bundled up and headed out into the November rain. Our stride is measured by our convictionsa belief that better days will follow.There is no sense…

  • The Dawn of Reckoning

    by Michael Plante I sat next to the Creator upon a blue stonewatching him dot the night sky with stars.Humming a song and contemplating before each star was created.I started to get the feeling that nothing was random with the Creator;that every action was well thought out.My presence upon the blue stone was his requestalthough…