No Sugar, No Cream

By Fay S. Brown Jackson

Poetry is a human language art form and a powerful way of expressing deep emotions and heartfelt aspirations. Like art, the beauty and magic of poetry lies in the eye of the beholder. It is intangible, an act of self-discovery and takes the mind of the reader on a journey, flourished with infinite possibilities. Infused with intensity, each line is unique to its author and the perception of the reader. The poems written in Jacksons book, No Sugar, No Cream offers a glimpse of love, loss, longing and quite simply, life. Her gift has ignited the spiritual freedom to write with purpose, without fear and a desire to share the rejuvenating insight she has experienced along the way. This book embodies a passionate collection of poems for the readers; extending a river of joy, a valley of peace and a mountain hope upon which they may celebrate their dreams. Jackson has written this poetic masterpiece from a free flowing vessel empowered by faith, joy and humbling grace. She encourages all, To let their light shine, for all mankind to see.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Xlibris US
• Release date: Aug 16, 2012
• ISBN: 9781477104491

Fay S. Brown Jackson

Mrs. Fay S. Brown Jackson is a Writer, Orator, and Author. She has been published in a variety of literary magazines, journals and featured in numerous poetry anthologies. Mrs. Brown Jackson is a proud business owner and entrepreneur. For a preview of forthcoming books and more information about the author, go to [e-mail].

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Acknowledgements

Preface

Introduction

No Substitute

Unity

Strength in Mind

Priceless Treasures

Little Black Joe

A Friend So Rare

Mr. Washington

Don’t You Have No Shame

Escape From Shame

Same Heart, Same Mind

Please, Don’t Blame It on the Child

I Thought You Were My Friend

Jesus Is On the Line

Faith

No Longer Troubled By the Sea

Fraudulent Alibis

It’s Okay

Solid Lace

So You May Stand

The Hardest Thing I Had To Do

So Claim It, If You Dare

Live…

News Flash

No Sugar, No Cream

Phat

Cause, I Got It Going On!

So Thick, So Sweet, a Delectable Treat

Mud Pies in the Summer Time

My Sister, My Friend

Sisterhood

Every Living Soul

Often Told

Precious Memories

Prosperity and Truth

Angels

Why Oh! Why Not I!

Undying Love

Reflections

Destined To Be

Blessed

Love Me Baby

Suga

That Is

Big Time, Big Time

IF

I Envisioned a Miracle

Dedication

In loving memory of my grandmothers;

Mrs. Nellie Brown and Mrs. Olive Shelton

I dedicate this book to my nieces; Jasmine, Kyarra, Shannel, Maya, Younique, and nephews; Dametrius, Anthony, Darius, Trevon and Taurean and Godaughters, Brianna. May you borrow from my strength to accomplish your dreams and make each and every one your destiny…

Lift your heads high

Towards the twinkle in the sky

And know he is always

Standing by your side

Author—Fay S. Brown Jackson

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

All Praises to God Almighty! Thank you Father… Your blessing and gift, I share with humble sincerity…

To the two strong vessels that created me, my mother and father, Mr. & Mrs. Thomas and Olive Brown. My five beautiful Brown sisters; Aprel "Darlin Cakes, Annette Nettie, Priscilla SunnyD, Suzanne SuzieQ and Mercedes CedeyB, who are sweeter than chocolate and more valuable than gold! My brothers Thomas Chubby and Roger Geronimo", I Love You All Very Much…

Big hugs & kisses to my dearest friends; Sherridean, Dianthia, Gingersnaps, Linda, Diane, David, and Cecil. Warm fondness to my sisters-in-Spirit; Dr. Saundra Walker Harris, Kathy, Gwen, Laverne and Sherrie, you are priceless treasures, no scales can measure. Love You Always…

To the love of my life, my husband Donald W. Jackson, Jr. (Lovey), thank you for allowing me to free… the child… God created me to be. Babes, You Bring Me Joy… So Much Joy…

To everyone who has, will and desire to support me, please know, I am eternally grateful. Within these pages may you find a word, line or verse that will nourish your mind, cleanse your heart and/or shine light upon your soul…

Love, Peace and Blessings,

Fay S. Brown Jackson

PREFACE

¹Faith is the substance of things hoped for; evidence

of things not seen.

Hebrews 11:1

INTRODUCTION

This is an outline

Of thy soul

My spirit

And purpose

God’s gift, my gold

With humbleness I speak

Of love and pain

With hopes and dreams

It will inspire a change

The truth I extend

With vision so clear