Sunday, June 30, 2019
Poetic Verses: LIFE IS TO BE LIVED (but you must move)
Poetic Verses: LIFE IS TO BE LIVED (but you must move): Life is to be lived to its fullest as long as your mind works and your body moves. Running fast, walking slow doesn't matter, as long...
Monday, December 24, 2018
Poetic Verses: TRUE FRIENDS AT CHRISTMAS
Poetic Verses: TRUE FRIENDS AT CHRISTMAS: How often we forget from whence we came, with all our earthly trappings. When our house was filled with worldly goods and bundles of ...
Tuesday, January 19, 2016
Observing The Power
Standing in the midst of the storm,
watching diligently and with awe,
as the ocean increased it's temperament.
Watching the trees bending to the wind,
paying tribute to it's power.
I could hear the thunder roar as
it debated with the lightening that
so eagerly attempted to display it's
dominance in heaven and earth.
I was mesmerized by the display of
this great power, of the wind, water and
fire that would eventually come and destroy
homes, human lives, animal life and
indescribable structure damage to the earth.
After the fire the rain would come and quench
the fire, the birds would sing, the sun would
shine once again, the lightening would turn off
it's switch, the ocean would calm itself, and
the wind would be reduced to a breeze.
The sun light would replace the darkness,
turmoil and destruction would be replaced
by peace, calmness would come over the earth
once again. We will witness another opportunity
for mankind to get it right.
For his power comes as a thief in the night. Let
us be keen observers of history, that we might
not have to witness this power.
Poetic Reflections By Gamaliel H. Gooding
Copyrighted 2009
watching diligently and with awe,
as the ocean increased it's temperament.
Watching the trees bending to the wind,
paying tribute to it's power.
I could hear the thunder roar as
it debated with the lightening that
so eagerly attempted to display it's
dominance in heaven and earth.
I was mesmerized by the display of
this great power, of the wind, water and
fire that would eventually come and destroy
homes, human lives, animal life and
indescribable structure damage to the earth.
After the fire the rain would come and quench
the fire, the birds would sing, the sun would
shine once again, the lightening would turn off
it's switch, the ocean would calm itself, and
the wind would be reduced to a breeze.
The sun light would replace the darkness,
turmoil and destruction would be replaced
by peace, calmness would come over the earth
once again. We will witness another opportunity
for mankind to get it right.
For his power comes as a thief in the night. Let
us be keen observers of history, that we might
not have to witness this power.
Poetic Reflections By Gamaliel H. Gooding
Copyrighted 2009
Wednesday, December 24, 2014
Christmas With You
TO MY WIFE ON CHRISTMAS DAY
Many years have passed, forty eight 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 eight 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 eight 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
Many years have passed, forty eight 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 eight 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 eight 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
Tuesday, December 16, 2014
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
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
Thursday, October 16, 2014
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
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
Saturday, August 9, 2014
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
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
Friday, May 9, 2014
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
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
Wednesday, March 20, 2013
THE RIGHT SIDE
I sense a longing for openness.
Tired of hiding from myself.
Retribution from my peers, have
no place in my life today. I refuse
to lose myself in the colorful display
of those who refuse to change their
racist rhetoric.
Those who works vigorously toward
the destruction of the world's humanity,
should be stripped of their covering, to
reveal the true nature of their being.
There are some blinded by their ignorance,
others blinded by their natural desire to hate.
There are those in the center, with no sense
of direction. The reality of it all is , only
those who are on the right side will win.
I am willing to take my chances by being on
God's side. Are you?
Poetic Verses By Gamaliel H. Gooding
Copyrighted 2011
Tired of hiding from myself.
Retribution from my peers, have
no place in my life today. I refuse
to lose myself in the colorful display
of those who refuse to change their
racist rhetoric.
Those who works vigorously toward
the destruction of the world's humanity,
should be stripped of their covering, to
reveal the true nature of their being.
There are some blinded by their ignorance,
others blinded by their natural desire to hate.
There are those in the center, with no sense
of direction. The reality of it all is , only
those who are on the right side will win.
I am willing to take my chances by being on
God's side. Are you?
Poetic Verses By Gamaliel H. Gooding
Copyrighted 2011
Saturday, June 30, 2012
PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES, BARACK HUSSEIN OBAMA
He was elected by a higher
source to travel this road less travelled,
with a true willingness to confront
the demons of centuries past.
He picked up the banner of those who
have dedicated their lives that we might have
this great opportunity to share in the reality of
their dreams without regard for color or class.
He brought to the world a vision
of unity, equality and a united
America, which will serve as a beacon
for those that seek access to these shores.
He dreamed of a world that provides safety
without the threat of war, where there are no
longer the disenfranchised. Where no one
will be denied the basic needs of life, where
there are no closed doors.
Let us celebrate the accomplishments of
this gifted man that I believe have been ordained
by God. This man that is fearless in his pursuits
of Peace, Prosperity, Equality and Justice for all.
This man that allows his spirit to soar, holds his
head high in the darkest hours. This man that
keeps his hands in God's hands. This man that
clearly understood his mission. This man
that refuses to fall.
Today let us continue to support and celebrate
this man, the PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES
OF AMERICA.
BARACK HUSSEIN OBAMA
Poetic Verses By Gamaliel H. Gooding
source to travel this road less travelled,
with a true willingness to confront
the demons of centuries past.
He picked up the banner of those who
have dedicated their lives that we might have
this great opportunity to share in the reality of
their dreams without regard for color or class.
He brought to the world a vision
of unity, equality and a united
America, which will serve as a beacon
for those that seek access to these shores.
He dreamed of a world that provides safety
without the threat of war, where there are no
longer the disenfranchised. Where no one
will be denied the basic needs of life, where
there are no closed doors.
Let us celebrate the accomplishments of
this gifted man that I believe have been ordained
by God. This man that is fearless in his pursuits
of Peace, Prosperity, Equality and Justice for all.
This man that allows his spirit to soar, holds his
head high in the darkest hours. This man that
keeps his hands in God's hands. This man that
clearly understood his mission. This man
that refuses to fall.
Today let us continue to support and celebrate
this man, the PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES
OF AMERICA.
BARACK HUSSEIN OBAMA
Poetic Verses By Gamaliel H. Gooding
Monday, June 25, 2012
The Right Mindset
With the right mindset,
the impossible becomes possible.
The inescapable become freedom.
Your enemies can become your friends.
The rivers you could not cross become streams.
The mountains you could not climb, becomes molehills.
Every aspect of your voice becomes a melody.
Every note could be a perfect pitch.
All that was hidden in your mind,
becomes visible in your heart.
Figments of your imagination becomes
the staircase to your dreams.
All that you saw in your distant future,
because of your mindset, presented
itself in your present state.
The right mindset removes the scales
from your eyes, that you may see clearly.
Happiness is a right for oneself,
but requires the right mindset when
it becomes a partnership.
Take seriously the thoughts that you allow
to enter your secret place.
Your thought process is the energy that
motivates and creates your mindset.
Poetic Verses by Gamaliel H. Gooding
Copyrighted 2012
the impossible becomes possible.
The inescapable become freedom.
Your enemies can become your friends.
The rivers you could not cross become streams.
The mountains you could not climb, becomes molehills.
Every aspect of your voice becomes a melody.
Every note could be a perfect pitch.
All that was hidden in your mind,
becomes visible in your heart.
Figments of your imagination becomes
the staircase to your dreams.
All that you saw in your distant future,
because of your mindset, presented
itself in your present state.
The right mindset removes the scales
from your eyes, that you may see clearly.
Happiness is a right for oneself,
but requires the right mindset when
it becomes a partnership.
Take seriously the thoughts that you allow
to enter your secret place.
Your thought process is the energy that
motivates and creates your mindset.
Poetic Verses by Gamaliel H. Gooding
Copyrighted 2012
Tuesday, June 19, 2012
The Protection of Shadows
I envelop the shadows because
in the shadows I am free.
I am able to become an illusion
to those that seek to harm me.
They travel by day light believing
that it serves as a visual aid.
They know nothing of the secrets
of the shadows of age.
I caresss the shadows because
the shadows are my hiding place.
The shadows are not void of substance,
but full of mercy and grace.
In the shadows I exist without fear
from those who seek my secret place.
I watch as they move with no direction
as one by one they fall from grace.
My weapon of choice is to move unseen
that is the weapon that the shadow provides me.
This gift was handed down from mother to son.
This gift insures me that I will always be protected and free.
Poetic Verses by Gamaliel H. Gooding
Copyrighted 2012
in the shadows I am free.
I am able to become an illusion
to those that seek to harm me.
They travel by day light believing
that it serves as a visual aid.
They know nothing of the secrets
of the shadows of age.
I caresss the shadows because
the shadows are my hiding place.
The shadows are not void of substance,
but full of mercy and grace.
In the shadows I exist without fear
from those who seek my secret place.
I watch as they move with no direction
as one by one they fall from grace.
My weapon of choice is to move unseen
that is the weapon that the shadow provides me.
This gift was handed down from mother to son.
This gift insures me that I will always be protected and free.
Poetic Verses by Gamaliel H. Gooding
Copyrighted 2012
Friday, June 8, 2012
TO MY WIFE ON HER BIRTHDAY
I find you so special in every way,
I learn something special and
exciting about you each passing day.
I have watched you over come pain and
sadness, I have witnessed your tears. I have
watch you grow all thru the years.
I have tried to be strong for you in
my weakest hour.
I have tried to nurture you as a
gardner would his flowers.
I have always seen in you a pure heart
and the uncanny ability to carry on the fight.
Even when things seemed wrong,
they always turned out right.
I have always admired the greatness of
your stature and the strength of your
convictions. How you rely on past
experiences and your intuition.
Your Birthday is very special to me
because I have you in my life. It is
even more special to me because
you are my wife.
You Loving Husband,
Gamaliel
HAPPY BIRTHDAY
I learn something special and
exciting about you each passing day.
I have watched you over come pain and
sadness, I have witnessed your tears. I have
watch you grow all thru the years.
I have tried to be strong for you in
my weakest hour.
I have tried to nurture you as a
gardner would his flowers.
I have always seen in you a pure heart
and the uncanny ability to carry on the fight.
Even when things seemed wrong,
they always turned out right.
I have always admired the greatness of
your stature and the strength of your
convictions. How you rely on past
experiences and your intuition.
Your Birthday is very special to me
because I have you in my life. It is
even more special to me because
you are my wife.
You Loving Husband,
Gamaliel
HAPPY BIRTHDAY
Tuesday, May 29, 2012
Thursday, October 20, 2011
As the sun sets, life sleeps just for a moment's rest
When the sun rises
not all life is revived.
For some, an eternity
in darkness....waits.
Always direct your inner
energy toward your
dreams, leaving
the results to be reflected
by your accomplishments.
You will never know the
distance you could have
travelled by standing still.
You will never know the things
that you could have gotten right,
if you had not made mistakes.
Do not allow the sun to set
on your life, without
having lived it.
Poetic Verses By Gamaliel H. Gooding
Copyrighted 2011
Friday, August 26, 2011
When The Storms Comes
Where were you when the storms came?
With all the technology we have no power
to prevent it's anger.
Refusing to acknowledge the creator
in all things, big and small.
He allows us to come face to face with danger.
We believe that we are able to withstand
the awesome hands of God, as he
chastise us for our transgressions.
We have become students of our
own ignorance. We have learn nothing
from God's lessons.
Who makes the earth shake, and the
Heavens to release it's rain?
From the four corners of the earth,
the wind whispers his name.
GOD!!!
Poetic Verses By Gamaliel H. Gooding
Copyrighted 2011
Friday, August 19, 2011
An Application Of Logic
The inevitable, mixed with
the unthinkable, equates to
the possibility of the inability
to prevent something from happening.
It is just a natural process of
deductions or additions caused
by the individual's ability or
inability to process information
that may or may not be productive.
How do you avoid coming face
to face with failure? Preparation,
preparation, preparations and more
preparation.
It is just the natural process of
an individual's commitment to
their own success, that is the
determining factor in their fail or
success equation.
So it appears that everything is
mathematically solvable. Let us
begin to work on life's equation.
One+one=two. Did you notice that
the second (one) is not equal to the
first (One)? If so, how can it be equal.
It really all depends on whether we are
adding numbers or making a judgement.
Poetic Verses By Gamaliel H. Gooding
Copyrighted 2011
Tuesday, August 16, 2011
"BETRAYED BY HER EYES'
I have been unable to dream
for lack of images.
I am unable to retrieve from
the deep depositories of my mind,
for lack of a connection to
the unknown.
The intensity of her eyes
brings to bare a revelation of
truth and sanity.
When I have within my
grasp the true self, I
discover the reflection in
the mirror.
In the mirror, I can see only
her eyes. The entirety of
her being escapes me.
I am unable to pierce the
window of her soul.
Her eyes once again, betrays me.
Poetic Verses By Gamaliel H. Gooding
Copyrighted 2011
Saturday, August 13, 2011
To My Wife, On our Forty-first Wedding Anniversary (August 14, 1976)
I find you so special in every way.
I learned something special and
exciting about you each passing day.
exciting about you each passing day.
I have watched you overcome pain and
sadness, I have witnessed your tears.
I have watched you grow during these
I have watched you grow during these
forty-one years.
I have tried to be strong for you in
my weakest hour.
I have tried to nurture you as a
gardener would his flowers.
I have always seen in you a pure heart
and the uncanny ability to carry on the fight.
Even when things seem wrong,
they always turn out right.
I have always admired the greatness of
your stature and the strength of your convictions.
How you rely on past
How you rely on past
experiences and your intuitions.
Our Anniversary is very special to me
because I have you in my life.
It is even more special to me because
you are my wife.
For you have proven time and time
again, for me you were ordain.
For we don't know the ways of God,
but the end is always the same.
God paints a perfect picture,
and provides a perfect picture frame.
Happy forty-first Anniversary,
Your Loving Husband
Gamaliel
Poetic Verses By Gamaliel H. Gooding
Copyrighted 2009
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Tuesday, August 2, 2011
An Unbeatable Spirit
In the not so distant past, I dare to remember
the long hot summers of toiling in the fields.
Pulling the ripe green corn from their husky bed,
cuts and scratches that refuse to heal.
There was no shade other then the stalks.
One would have to stay crouched, to dodge the sun.
The pain from walking all day, in a bent position,
only the years would reveal the damage done.
Determined I am that my spirit will not be lost,
in this battle being waged by those who abuse.
My back may bend, to straighten no more.
But my spirit will forever soar and endure.
The legacy I leave to the youth of today,
take no wage for that which burns inside.
You may shed your blood and your tears in
your struggles, in the end your spirit survives.
Poetic Verses By Gamaliel H. Gooding
Copyrighted 2011
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