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.
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
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Thursday, November 6, 2025
The Hearts I Find Most Beautiful - Poem
If you’ve ever loved through pain, smiled through tears, or helped through heartache — you are a beacon of hope.
Tuesday, November 4, 2025
Unhealed Hearts Can Cause Collateral Damage
I’ve seen this happen in others, and in myself too. Sometimes the pain we don’t deal with spills out and hurts people we love. Healing isn’t optional… it’s how we stop the damage.
Monday, November 3, 2025
Thursday, October 23, 2025
You Can Rise Above Your Past
Everyone has a history. What you do with it is what matters. Thanks to Tiny Buddha for sharing my words.
Monday, October 20, 2025
Tuesday, September 2, 2025
Unexpected Visitor - Quote
After a season of pain, the return of joy;
an unexpected visit from a long-lost friend.
— John Mark Green
Tuesday, August 12, 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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