I've collected all these scars, like passport stamps on my wandering heart. - John Mark Green
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.
Monday, July 7, 2025
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Saturday, July 5, 2025
Glimmer of Hope Quote by John Mark Green
Sometimes people just need a glimmer of hope...
I hope that you'll find something on my blog that speaks to your heart.
Friday, July 4, 2025
Finding the Light - Poem by John Mark Green
If you feel like life has buried you, please don't give up the fight.
When you're facing darkness that seems heavy and hopeless, please keep seeking the light. It is there, even when you can't see it.
Thursday, July 3, 2025
Pages of Memory - Quote by John Mark Green
I find you sometimes, like a dried wildflower pressed between the pages of memory.
— John Mark Green
What is it that makes memories arise? A song, a scent, reasons unknown...
Wednesday, July 2, 2025
Just Keep Breathing by John Mark Green
There are days when you can still remember how it was to be alright...
If you are grieving or going through a dark time, please don't lose heart, my friends. Keep going. Keep breathing. You will make it through this.
Tuesday, July 1, 2025
Reader Review for The Light You Need: Words of Hope and Encouragement
So grateful for kind readers who take the time to leave a review. Thank you! My wife Christy Ann Martine and I appreciate the encouragement.
The Light You Need book link.
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...






