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The Story:
Inside this book of mysteries there is something different to explore,
As each verse considers life's ambiguities that we often may ignore,
Embark upon this adventure and step onto the merry go ride,
When you open up the pages, you will discover what lies inside,
Each page eagerly awaits your perusal be it day or night,
So please enjoy the literary meander as curious deliberations take flight,
Rest your mind upon each sheet of reflection, wisdom and advice,
As this blanket of comfort will warm your heart when the world is cold as ice.
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A collection of fifty uplifting poems written by Jill Thrussell coming out in March 2020. This poetry collection is now being developed into a short form series which will be written and directed by Jill Thrussell. More details will follow in the coming months.
Some Poems from the Collection:
Hope and Sacrifice
The arms of Hope were sad and heavy as she began to cry,
Nothing could change the growing despair inside her eyes,
Not an inch of hope existed that could save the human child,
And she had started to give up on her own essence deep down inside.
Suddenly, a spark of light entered inside the hospital waiting room,
As Sacrifice hurriedly arrived and not a moment too soon,
With a familiar friendly face, open arms and hopeful smile,
He walked over to Hope and restored the chance of another while.
You have done all you can now Hope, Sacrifice said,
But I have come to assist you, so do not be afraid,
This child cannot be saved with only hope alone,
A sacrifice must be given before he can return home.
Inside that hopeless waiting room, a miracle was suddenly sparked,
As Sacrifice began his work and found a replacement heart,
A donor was quickly found to save the male child's life,
And Hope could finally smile again as Sacrifice solved her strife.
Another chance would now be given for a young man to live,
Because Hope and Sacrifice had given him all that they could give,
In a moment filled with heartbreak and despair that day, Hope had truly learned,
That Sacrifice really was her true companion and her best friend.
Hope turned to Sacrifice and smiled as they began to depart,
And thanked him for his provision, the sacrifice of a human heart,
Without you I couldn't have saved him, Hope rapidly confessed,
Without the sacrifice that you found that young man would now be dead.
Hope, take my hand and walk with me, Sacrifice implored,
You will never be alone and your efforts won't be ignored,
Alone you cannot achieve as much and I am here for you,
Together we can move mountains and change what is true.
Written by Jill Thrussell @ 2019 All Rights Reserved
Hope & Sacrifice Poetry Narration by Dick McMahon
The Wardrobe of My Mind
On Monday I dressed in confidence with her glamour and flair,
The day was bright and wonderful as she lifted me high up in the air,
Every step throughout that day was a pleasure to be had,
As she gave me the courage to be happy and not sad.
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On Tuesday I wore anger with his deadly, vicious stare,
Someone had upset me and the day was a nightmare,
Every minute was ugly as an angry cloud hung over my head,
But finally, relief came at night when I went to bed.
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On Wednesday I gave forgiveness the chance to adorn my frame,
As love took my hand and guided me onto that peaceful train,
Sometimes the ride was difficult but it was worth the pain,
Because by the end of the evening, I could finally smile again.
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On Thursday I picked a suit of hope and my life was not the same,
As pleasant expectations joyfully filled and occupied my brain,
Everything around me was truly a pleasure to be seen,
As I chose to fill my mind and life with hopes from a dream.
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On Friday I clothed myself in happiness as I prepared for the weekend,
The week had been so very long and the weekend is my best friend,
Another week will definitely start again, oh so very soon,
But this time I will prepare the wardrobe of my mind and give my thoughts a fine tune.
Written by Jill Thrussell @ 2019 All Rights Reserved
Wardrobe of My Mind Poetry Reading by Jill Thrussell
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Treasure Chest of Memories
Every day that the morning greets me another opportunity arrives,
To create some joyful memories that might comfort me inside,
Some memories will be pleasant and some I may choose not to store,
As I pack those that I wish to keep inside my treasure chest and others I ignore.
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The treasure chest of memories that lives inside my heart and mind,
Has several different storage bays filled with memories of various kinds,
Some memories are formed from experiences with others of moments that we shared,
As they pay homage to the people that played a part in my life and those who truly cared.
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Memories purely formed from jewels of joy, reside in a very special place,
As when I recall those past moments inside my mind, each one brings a joyful smile to my face,
Those memories are highly treasured as they cannot be repeated or replaced,
But new jewels of joy can be added to that pile as each day is lived out and embraced.
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Teardrops of sadness form some memories inside that chest that can make me feel so forlorn and sad,
But I really have to keep each one as it reminds me to appreciate life and to be glad,
When I explore some of those sad memories, they can bring tears to my eyes,
Yet I cannot live without those precious, sad moments, a truth I fully recognize.
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Some memories are kept to guide me and steer me through the landscape of life,
As they teach me valuable lessons and a source of wisdom they provide,
Some memories are my companion as they offer me friendship when I am on my own,
As when I reminisce on pleasant times I spent with those I love, I am never truly alone.
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Other memories form a source of hope of to me and ignite my dreams to be realized,
And at times, some can even shield me from the rainy days and bring sunshine to the skies,
Every spark of joyful hope from the past can nurture and fertilize my life, thoughts and plans,
So those memories are invaluable as each one can provide me with a guidance and a wise hand.
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But inside one of the storage bays live some memories of a truly different sort,
Memories formed from prickly thorns of pain which by my mind cannot be forgot,
Each one provides a reminder of things that I should not participate in, say or do,
As they warn of all kinds of danger that can visit me and people that are untrue.
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Each memory that lives inside my treasure chest has a different reason to be preserved,
And from the jewels of joy, teardrops of sadness to the thorns of pain, I store each one undeterred, Â
Some memories can provide wisdom and experience, so that I am not easily led astray,
And although some may be ugly and are truly hard, each one teaches me lessons about life every day.
Written by Jill Thrussell @ 2019 All Rights Reserved
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Goodbye is Not Forever
Goodbye is not forever, somebody once said to me,
But now it seems as if it is as your face I no longer see,
The tears I cry cannot express what you meant to us all,
As one day you just departed without a goodbye or a call,
Although my sadness cannot bring you back or give you another day,
I hope you've found a peaceful place to rest where you can finally stay.
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Your soul departed way too soon and I really wish you could still be here,
As your hand and smile were a comfort to me that I loved to be near,
There are things I should have said to you and things we should have done,
But the train of regrets I sit on now, really cannot be undone,
Though my life must continue without you by my side,
A part of me left with you, from that fact I cannot hide.
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Every part of me will always remember you the way that you were,
Because love does not just vanish from our hearts into thin air,
My heart and mind still want to keep your memory alive,
As through the rocky terrain of life, you always stood by my side,
Although there is no return ticket to your human abode,
I hope that you have found peace now inside your beautiful soul.
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Memories of yesterday formed from tears of sadness are really all that remain,
As I try to carry on without you and silently shoulder the pain,
Although all our tomorrows must be forgotten now as you are here no more,
One day I hope to see you again when I step through heaven's door,
Every day I think about you even though we are physically apart,
Because you still live within me, inside my mind and heart.
Written by Jill Thrussell @ 2019 All Rights Reserved
Goodbye is Not Forever Poetry Reading by Jill Thrussell
Dedication to My Granddad Ernest and Mary (though I wasn't your real blood, you became mine.)Â You are gone but not forgotten and you were really loved.
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Contents List of Chunks of Goodness and Further Suggested Reading Written by Jill Thrussell:
- Hope and Sacrifice (Supernatural Justice: Mission Humanity)  Hope and Sacrifice Short Film  Supernatural Justice: Mission Humanity Series
- The Wardrobe of My Mind (Memorized)
- The Kingdom of Your Life: Your Life, Your World, Your Kingdom (Memorized)
- Battlefield of Emotions (Memorized/User Repair)
- Prison of False Hope (User Repair)
- Hidden Sanctuary of Your Thoughts (User Repair)
- Lady Trust
- The Bitter Pills of Regret (Memorized)
- Our Teacher of the Past, Companion of the Present and Our Future Unborn Child of Hope (Supernatural Justice: Mission Humanity)
- The Eyes of Love, Hate, Tolerance and Indifference (Love Inc: Sophistidated)
- Trophies of Pain (Memorized)
- Remnants of Yesterday (Memorized)
- The Garden of Our Hearts (Memorized)
- Eviction from My Heart (User Repair/Memorized)
- Slumber of Lies (User Repair/Memorized)
- The Blanket of Dreams and the Dagger of Reality (User Repair)
- The Best Mistake You Will Ever Make (Adaptations)
- Destinations: Joy, Sorrow, Surprise and Fear (Spectrum)
- The Life Nobody Wanted to Live In (Adaptations)
- Happiness is a Present (Downloadable)
- Deportation of Pretenders (User Repair)
- The Enemy of Hatred (Supernatural Justice: Mission Humanity)
- Doors of Access: Relationships and Opportunities (User Repair)
- Opportunities: Friends or Foes? (Adaptations)
- Decoration and Renovation of Your Life (Your Home) (User Repair)
- Flights of Companionship: Love and Friendship (Memorized)
- Weapons of Love, Truth, False Hope and Lies (Memorized)
- Time is Our Friend and Our Foe (Downloadable)  The Human Terms of Time
- The Life Lived, Unlived and Expected (Exported)
- Shields of Truth and Love (User Repair)
- Right Choice, Wrong Moment! Right Moment, Wrong Choice! (N.E.U.T.)
- Spring Clean of Life (User Repair)
- Promises (Memorized)
- Ghosts and Shadows (Adaptations)
- Hope: Drug of Comfort and a Dinner of Deceit
- The Nation of Your Life (Memorized)
- The Equilibrium of Peace (User Repair)
- The Labyrinth of Despair (Memorized)Â
- Snakes, Ladders and Puppy-dog Tails
- Quality Control (Quality Control)
- Treasure Chest of Memories (Memorized/User Repair)
- Value Added You (Value Added You)
- The Storm of Heartbreak (Memorized)
- Teardrops of Healing Comfort
- The Doormat
- Clothes of Confidence (Memorized)
- Seven Gifts of Love (Love Insights/Love Lessons)
- What Do You See When You Look at Me?
- Gifts of Life, Love and Heartbreak: Portions of Desire and Glasses of Comfort
- Goodbye is Not Forever (Goodbye is Not Forever)
Written By Jill Thrussell @ 2019 All Rights Reserved