I love someone neurotypical, it's true,They possess strengths that we may lack,Sometimes they stumble, unaware,Let's explore perspectives, understand their view,though their lives may seem off track.caught in social norms that cause despair. Neurotypicals may think illogically each day,They lack strengths we hold dear,Logic eludes them, oh, what a fuss,unable to seek order or consistency they … Continue reading I love someone that is Neurotypical
Support Freedom of Thought
I welcome thoughts, every side, Though I may not agree, Respect is my unwavering guide, I expect nothing less in being free. In open conversations, I reside, differing opinions, side by side, Respectful, I strive to be, in understanding, embrace diversity. My daughter, with her tender heart, Cautioning me, her words sincere, "Separate your worlds … Continue reading Support Freedom of Thought
Homeless Working Parents
Below are pictures of just some of the hotels we found while traveling that had many homeless children and American families, working American families living in them. In the shadows of the streets, they dwell, Working American families, homeless and unwell. Propaganda on the news, twisting reality, Dividing our hearts, distracting our morality. In the … Continue reading Homeless Working Parents
God gave me the Rainbow by Salie Davis
In times of darkness and pouring rain, God's light pierced through, a beacon of grace, When hope seemed lost and filled with strain, His Son, like the Sun, shining on my face. A spectrum of colors, a radiant sight, A tapestry of beauty, each hue in its place, A rainbow emerged, painting the sky so … Continue reading God gave me the Rainbow by Salie Davis
Who do you see
Who do you see when you look at me?Do you see who I am and who I hope to be?Who do you see when you look at me?that you would condemn or hope to admire?If you’re looking high, look lower.If you’re looking low, look higher.I am a child of anger with ones of her own,A … Continue reading Who do you see
Rhyme Royal ABABBCC (Keep Being You)
As a child lost in a world unkind,I stood alone, misunderstood and unseen,With bullies and cruelty not hard to find,Autism is hidden, my true self in between.I couldn’t understand why the world was so mean.Kids can be cruel, and adults can be too,But in their ignorance, they never knew, The battles I fought deep inside … Continue reading Rhyme Royal ABABBCC (Keep Being You)
To The Survivor
The weight of pain is heavy, a burden hard to bear. The wounds run both deep and wide, and seem impossible to repair. Still, you stand and fight, with honor and with pride. Your strength and courage amaze me, though you may feel alone inside. The weight of pain is heavy, It drags you down … Continue reading To The Survivor
Post 2020 (Litotes)
In a world not absent of wonder, I now reside. I am not unhappy, nor do I face a sorrowful tide. My heart is not heavy, my spirit does not fail to soar, I do not miss dancing upon life’s vibrant floor. The sun is not cold as I sit beneath its golden ray, The … Continue reading Post 2020 (Litotes)
News poetry (homeless illegal immigrants VS American veterans and families)
America, once revered, where dreams took flight, where stars and stripes waved with resplendent might, A tale now unfolds, it is a somber sight, Of homeless veterans, cast out into the night. In upstate New York, a bitter blow, Where heroes find no solace, no place to go, For hotels they sought, a temporary stay, … Continue reading News poetry (homeless illegal immigrants VS American veterans and families)
Authorship Journey
Below is part of an interview segment for Bring your children to work day, where I discuss my journey ad an author. https://youtu.be/gysO3L4pBaU
American Working Families-homeless
Propaganda on the news, saying you hate me and I hate you, but we don’t, they lie, they keep hidden the truth so we don’t talk to each other, we’re too afraid too. What are they hiding? It’s not about race, not about the color of your face, It's all about poverty, you and me. … Continue reading American Working Families-homeless
Dear Mother
Oh, the world so heartless and cruel, A storm at sea, destroying all who meet its rule. Born as helpless children set upon the tide, Forced to face a monster that wished to see us die. As babes, we were thrown into its fray, Left to face the monster every day. Our world is cruel … Continue reading Dear Mother
Stay the path
Stay the path. No matter how slow. If you turn from it you may never know where it may lead or how far you may go. So stay the path, no matter how slow.
Morning memories with Mother
The sun rises, a new day is born, Opportunities to seize, memories to adorn. The warmth of sunshine, a gentle embrace, A moment of beauty, a fleeting grace. Sunshine bright, a burst of warmth and light, Umbrella time, a shield from sight. Umbrella time, a shield from the rain, A haven of safety, a comforting … Continue reading Morning memories with Mother
Mother forgive us
Oh, mother dear, you are an angel divine, A rare and precious gem that's hard to find, Though your eyes may be blind, your heart is pure, In my thoughts, we shall always endure. Your love for me is like a beacon of light, Guiding me through the darkest of nights, I cherish every moment … Continue reading Mother forgive us
Ambersland (a work in progress)
Written by Salie Davis Dedicated to my firstborn. There is a place called Ambersland across a mystic sea. It once was a forgotten kingdom, and in it lives a magic tree. Ambersland received its name from a maiden living there, who had the colour of the amber sun, burning in her hair.Once upon a time … Continue reading Ambersland (a work in progress)
With All Your Senses, Breathe
1) Listen to the wind in the trees, A song of nature, a gentle breeze, It whispers secrets of the earth, Of love, of joy, of priceless worth. 1) Listen to the wind in the trees, 2)See the world as it breathes, A work of art, a masterpiece, Of colors, of shapes, of harmony. Alive … Continue reading With All Your Senses, Breathe
Introduction to “The Book” a work in progress
"The Book" character Sarah Beth Stone age 10 I am old, my title dull, my cover cracked and worn. “Just a book.”, some people say because my pages are tattered and torn, but if you would just take the time to stop and read my story, you would find a magnificent place, filled with pain … Continue reading Introduction to “The Book” a work in progress
Autism Awareness
Traditional, established, so ingrained in our minds,May not work for all, and can leave us behind.Traditional relations, a well-trodden path,For the autistic mind, it can often cause wrath.Conventional rules, may not fit our needs,The conflict it causes can sow harmful seeds.For autistic people, it can increase our stress,And cause harm, leaving us feeling distressed.The usual … Continue reading Autism Awareness
About “Savior No More”
I wrote this poem in 2004 when I was 31 years old. I wrote this poem before I knew I was autistic, before I knew what I was, who I was, and why I was different. I wrote this poem before I knew that I was OK. I wrote this poem when doctors accused me, … Continue reading About “Savior No More”
The Poet and the Mathematician – a constrained love story. Work in Progress
"I Love Math" Ema Tici, an Euclidean educator said. The ultimate equation The sketch found at the bottom of Limmit's math quiz The response from Dr. Figger The expression 0 times infinity is an indeterminate form in mathematics, and its value cannot be determined by algebraic manipulation alone. It is not a well-defined mathematical expression, … Continue reading The Poet and the Mathematician – a constrained love story. Work in Progress
Phantom hunger
When you have felt hunger, and been unable to feed it It creates a hollow in your insides that never goes away. Even after the years of without, when you no longer need it still to feel the hunger... the fear of hunger... someday. So you buy and store in the pantry and cellar and … Continue reading Phantom hunger
The Working Woman Part One and Two
The Working Woman part one and two are a poetic play on words and meanings that carry two storylines with two interpretations each individually. Throughout each separate piece, there is yet synergy as a whole in its theme. I could go into depth explaining the cultural relationship between the themes and meanings for both parts … Continue reading The Working Woman Part One and Two
A country called Careforsythia
A country called Careforsythia (final edited version) As a child in a furrowed field of yellow grassin an out-of-breath hurry, I ran pastwhat was in yester years gone by a home,now three walls of crumbling stoneand one wall a bank of burnt wood and grass,red bricks tumbled and broken glass.I ran four miles to see … Continue reading A country called Careforsythia
Autism events are not for the autistic.
For those of you who are trying, please don't take offense to this poem. It is just an expression of my sadness. I set high expectations of strangers. This is more my fault than theirs, but I have decided to share just because it may help in understanding. I do appreciate the work being done … Continue reading Autism events are not for the autistic.
Autism Day Tribute
A Poem about me Neurodiverse, I am unique and true,A vibrant soul with a different hue.It took some time to accept myself,To embrace my quirks and my health.But now I stand tall, unafraid to be,The person I am, authentically.No longer hiding, no longer ashamed,I let my light shine, unconstrained.It's not always easy, in a world … Continue reading Autism Day Tribute
Celestial conversation 2023 edit in progress
This is still in draft form and I have added dialog since the two movie attempts. I need to work on the narrative arc, character arc, and character voice distinction. One way I tried this is by using the rhyme sequence. Stars, Sun, North Star, Asteroids, Comets, Moon, Planets, Orion, and Planet X a,b,c, a,b,c, … Continue reading Celestial conversation 2023 edit in progress
The Art of Cultural Communication
Challenges our Leaders Face in the Global Work Community I was born in a rural town in the northern most part of Maine. I had little cultural awareness as our small town culture was set in its ways, and a good 30 years behind the rest of the country. I knew even less about global … Continue reading The Art of Cultural Communication
About me
I offer extensive experience managing virtual teams in educational applications as a consultant and in the private sector, as well as in corporate applications. I have worked in the ever-emergent remote workforce for over ten years, as a web author, content creator and as a coach/mentor supporting remote workers in customer care fields. I have … Continue reading About me
I love the Rainbow. Constraint Poetry by Salie Davis
It’s just a rainbow.A symbol of beauty, not to misconstrue,Refraction and reflection, a spectacle divine,let it shine anew,a symbol of unity,in colors so true,A gift from the heavens, a sight so sublime.Hues of violet, red, orange, yellow, green, and blueI love the rainbow. It’s just a rainbow.A display of spectrum's colors, a dazzling delight,It's a … Continue reading I love the Rainbow. Constraint Poetry by Salie Davis
Thanking God every day
I thank God for the gift of life each day, No matter what trials life may unfold, For the hope that blooms along my way. If I witness the sunset, my gratitude is untold. And if I awaken to see the sunrise anew, I'm filled with thanks for each morning's debut. Sometimes it takes a … Continue reading Thanking God every day
News Poetry: Evil does not sleep
Always be watchful, Evil does not sleep, Maine people's voices, in the largest hearing, heard, Twenty-three hours of testimony, truth stirred. Rushed in darkness, without a thorough review, A disrespect to process, to the people, me and you. Amidst whispered debates, a tempest born. Republicans on the Judiciary Committee, Denied their voice, denied their query. … Continue reading News Poetry: Evil does not sleep
Delightful Embrace
May You Embrace the delight,With your presence, shining bright.In dreams, memories take flight,Stay true, Grace me tonight,dance within the cosmic height,Hand in hand, our spirits ignite.Okay to showcase key insight,Unveiling truths, with all your might,For what we believe, with hearts alight.Display through disgrace, we fight,Defying darkness with our might,For in unity, we find our light.Sway, … Continue reading Delightful Embrace
Broken families
(age 13) A daughter needs a mother, A father, a son. A sister needs a brother, A husband, a wife. A family needs each other, grows with each one. When a family is broken there is no life. A heartache begins to grow, A void that's hard to fill. The pain is hard to show, … Continue reading Broken families
News Poetry (Sorority Guy)
In a sorority house, a dispute has arisen, As boundaries are questioned, tensions imprison, A trans woman granted permission to dwell, The sisters, enraged, their safe space fell. Seven sisters filed a lawsuit's decree, Seeking void membership, damages to be, Artemis Langford, at the center of the storm, A conflict of identities, and norms to … Continue reading News Poetry (Sorority Guy)
Villaine poem: Call to Respond
Silence lingers, the echo of time, the clock on the wall.Fear grips the hearts of many, a bittersweet memory,A voice lingers, an echo responding to the call. ----------------------------------------------------------- Souls hide, trembling voices hushed in shadows, small.Stand firm in open conversations, defy threats of infamySilence lingers, the echo of time, the clock on the wall. ---------------------------------------------------------- … Continue reading Villaine poem: Call to Respond
Spring, an acrostic poem From “The Book” (work in progress)
Sisters laughing, Playing together, Ring around the roses, In the Nearing of summer, Gladiolus growing in the field. -Sarah age 11 This poem captures a cheerful and playful atmosphere that is often associated with spring. The image of sisters laughing and playing together evokes a sense of joy and togetherness. The reference to "Ring around … Continue reading Spring, an acrostic poem From “The Book” (work in progress)
American Alliterations Continued
Hawaii, Heavenly Hibiscus, Hula hips Hypnotize Horizon hues harmonize, hidden hearts hazy Haiku, Hibachi, Honolulu hustle Idaho, Iconic, Idyllic, Infinite, Immersed Idahoans, inclusive ideals, inspirational Indigenous, Interesting, intriguing, Incomparable Illinois, Innovative Industries inviting, Industrious, illuminated in incandescent ice Inclusive ingenuity Intertwines, Iridescent Imagination. Indiana, indispensable, ingenious, indivisible Intrepid, Inspiring, Indy 500, Invigorating, Illuminated Indianapolis indelible. … Continue reading American Alliterations Continued
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