Christmas With You

 TO MY WIFE ON CHRISTMAS DAY


Many years have passed, forty five years to be exact,
that we as husband and wife have shared the pleasure
and pain of  growing, loving and caring.

with each passing day, as it grew into weeks, months
and years, we grew in wisdom that held us together
as we shared the joy and burden of tears.

I am so grateful that we were patient with each other
as we sometimes stumbled as we struggled to find
our way as we moved toward our destiny.

Unconditional love and respect for each other were
the gifts received.  On this Christmas Day I asked
only for the same gifts that we have shared these
forty years, the gifts, of love, respect and
honesty.

It is my wish that we may always address any of
life's issues with an understanding heart.  And remember
that when the storms comes, we have each other and
prayer.

The final lesson we have learned from these forty five  years,
is not how many gifts we give from outside of ourselves,.
but the gifts that we give from within ourselves.

Merry Christmas to my wife, Elvira
You are the love of my life.

Gamaliel H. Gooding
From my book of poetry (Poetic Reflections)
copyright 2009

AN ESSAY ON THE TIMES

Our country is failing it's citizens not so
much because of inadequate training for
their police force, or lack of support for
an adequate education for all of it's citizens,
or lack of affordable housing, or an economical
down fall that was brought about by those who
wants it all, or racism that is systemic in this
country, or lack of support for those in need
of medical care, or lack of cooperation in
the political arena.

History tells us that all of the above have been
going on since the beginning of humanity, beginning
with man's disobedience to God's  Laws.  Beginning
with these sacred words: Thou Shall Not..

It is obvious that nothing that man is doing is working,
so why not take God at his word.  He (God) said,
repent of your sins, all your indiscressions, return to me.
and I will heal your land, restore your joy and supply all
of your needs.  I will make your enemies your foot stool,
peace will I restore unto you.

Isn't it about time that we stop leaning on our own
understanding, but every word that is spoken from the mouth
of God.


In view of the recent tragedies, I would like to reintroduce
to the public, these unforgettable words (I can't breathe).
These words are surely worthy of our undevided attention.
My nephew (Gamaliel Taylor)  has written a song referencing
I Can't Breathe...please take the time to listen..
https://soundcloud.com/gamma-ftmg/i-cant-breathe

I WAIT

I find you inwardly beautiful,
outwardly fascinating,
easily accessible.

Soft to the touch,strong of will,
incontrol of one's emotions.

Sculptured body,
enlighten mind,
depth of soul.

Attacks reality,
follower of dreams,
still in touch with oneself.

Listens with a true heart,
speak from a place of vision, you
are unlike anyone I have ever known.

You seek not things that glitter
or made of silver or gold.
Listen, as I wait in the rain,

I can hear your footsteps,
in the wind I hear your voice.
I wait patiently for the rain and 

the wind to cease, that I might
see your face and sit in a quiet
place and talk with you once again.

Poet Verses By Gamaliel H. Gooding
Copyrighted 2003

POISON

Dreary days and
endless nights, tormented
by man made dreams
and their schemes.

Smoky clubs on
Sunset Boulevard, needle
infested alleyways,
and little girls that pimps craves.

I long to rid myself of this self
imposed prison of degradation,
of suffering and needless pain
But if there is no effort there is no gain.

I have discovered that my
many friends are few.
The many used me to no end,
the few helped me to begin again.

Poet Verses By Gamaliel H. Gooding
Copyrighted 2003

To My Wife Elvira On Mother's Day

Mother's Day has always
been my favorite day of the year.
I get the opportunity once again to give
praise to that which I hold so dear.

I am thankful that God saw in his
infinite wisdom to bring us together.
You have been patient through the
good times and stormy weather.

Through your eyes, I came to see
the true meaning of friendship and love.
It was because of the goodness of your heart,
that I was transformed into a Dove.

Even though Mother's Day comes once
a year by a calendar that is man made.
I know that you are a Mother all year long,
and that is why I give you praise.

Forever Loving You,
Your Loving Husband
Gamaliel

Poetic Verses  By Gamaliel H. Gooding
Copyrighted 2003