Mary Wadzinski

Wausau, WI, USA

Mary Wadzinski has been writing poetry since 1977. I'm an office aide at a local government agency. Active member of church. Love to sing and dry herbs. Have had poetry published by The National Library of Poetry and Iliad Press. Have one trophy, two honorable mention certificates, Editor's Choice award, a 1997 Presidents award, and a member of The International Society of Poets. Also have one book of poetry titled "Pathways" published by Savage Press. "I long to express my inner self through poetic verse. My life is dedicated to that "Freedom Flight" we all desire.

Freedom Flight

Wrapped inside a little womb,
Struggling to be free,
The butterfly soon left its cage.
Nevermore a worm to be.
Born anew to be a sign
Of beauty, grace and life.
A light among a gloomy world
And hope in the midst of strife.
Oh, butterfly, with wings outspread,
Glistening in the light.
Show us how to fly with ease
As you begin your freedom flight.

A Mother's Love

A mother's love is never far
When a child is in distress.
Holding so close a wounded heart
Or a real hurt limb, at best.
Tired and hungry, they come to eat
After a long time at play.
The hours have passed by so quickly.
Then comes the end of the day.
Sleepy-eyed, they prepare for bed.
Soon there's a hug and a kiss.
Knowing that mom's not far away,
They sleep in heavenly bliss.