Melinda McQueen : Writing

I Dreamt of a Purple Ocean

I Dreamt of a Purple Ocean

A Poem by Melinda McQueen


I Dreamt of a Purple Ocean Still as could be, Purple as far as the eye could see. Transparent, it mirrored my reflection, ..
The Thread of Hope

The Thread of Hope

A Poem by Melinda McQueen


The Thread of Hope A fabric of many colors, Bright and vibrant, Suffers rents through time, Showing a lack in resilience. ..
The Golden Sun

The Golden Sun

A Poem by Melinda McQueen


The Golden Sun High in the sky, An orb of magnificent light. Beaming down with all might, Blinding to the sight. Pow..
The Blue Bird

The Blue Bird

A Poem by Melinda McQueen


The Blue Bird In some way, he knew her like no other. There wasn’t a freckle on her face that he couldn’t place. ..
Four Years Ago Today

Four Years Ago Today

A Poem by Melinda McQueen


Four Years Ago Today Four years have gone by Since I sat by your side… When you took me to the movies On our first da..
Forever Jake & Kate

Forever Jake & Kate

A Poem by Melinda McQueen


Forever Jake & Kate Walking along the beach, the salty air she breathed. Her heart heavy in her chest as memories insid..
A Prayer for the American Soldiers

A Prayer for the American Soldiers

A Poem by Melinda McQueen


A Prayer for the American Soldiers May each know they’re valued And that their service to the Red, White & Blue Is in o..
The Impossible Dream

The Impossible Dream

A Poem by Melinda McQueen


The Impossible Dream It happened. After a long wait. It happened. The impossible dream made. Like a refreshing ra..
In the Valley

In the Valley

A Poem by Melinda McQueen


In the Valley Dark and lonely, Long and winding. It seems impossible to look ahead, As fear and anguish are blinding. ..
A Recipe for Happiness

A Recipe for Happiness

A Poem by Melinda McQueen


A Recipe for Happiness A daily dose of hugs. A daily dose of kisses At least two heaping dollops of laughter per day. A hand..