John Mark Green is a poet and a writer of short fiction, living in Ontario, Canada. He is the author of five books, two of which are co-authored with his wife, poet Christy Ann Martine.
Tuesday, December 30, 2025
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Christmas Day Poem
Here's a little nostalgic Christmas poem. I hope you have a fun holiday, filled with food, family, and friends.
Saturday, December 20, 2025
When The Holidays Are Painful
Life isn't sorted into neat categories.
Tragedy and and pain don't take a break during holidays. If this is a difficult time of year for you, my heart goes out to you.
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
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Friday, December 12, 2025
A Winter Poem
We recently had a light snowy day, and the snow decorated the trees perfectly. I wrote this little poem after looking out the window, while I had my morning coffee.
Tuesday, December 9, 2025
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Wednesday, December 3, 2025
The Quiet Cry of My Heart - Poetic Saying
You alone heard the quiet cry of my heart.
From The Light You Need: Words of Hope and Encouragement
by Christy Ann Martine and John Mark Green
Tuesday, December 2, 2025
Life Is Breath on Windowpanes
Life is breath on windowpanes, we trace our hearts into the gray, while knowing time will fade it all away. - John Mark Green
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With grief, there are no right words. Only the quiet presence of those who care. 💙
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I'm happy that couples have been using this poem as part of their wedding celebrations, and I'm grateful to the wedding websites Lov...











