Jon M. Nelson was born and raised in Minnesota until he joined the Army at 20 years old. Since then, he has traveled the world on several occasions and now currently resides in Tennessee. In his spare time, he shares his deepest and personal thoughts in the form of poetry. He retired from the Army after 21 years of service. He has earned an Associate of Arts degree in English from Nashville State Community College. He has also received an Associate of Science degree in Liberal Arts and a Bachelor of Arts degree in English from Austin Peay State University.
Jon has written many poems to honor his brothers and sisters in arms, as a way to help him cope with his PTSD from his combat service. He also writes poetry that touches on so many other topics as well. Whether it's a love poem for his wife, a spiritual salute to God, a praise to children and family, or even an inspiring tale to uplift humanity, his poetry can be read and shared by so many audiences, even if they've never been a fan of poetry. Jon hopes that his writing will in some way make an impact on the world, and make it a better place, even if it can just change or inspire one person.
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As we journey through our lives,
We all take separate paths.
Sometimes they're filled with sorrow,
Other times they're full of laughs.
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Once again, it's that time of year,
When the world should be full of cheer.
This is the time for peace and love,
As the angels watch from up above.
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You can't expect me to be something I'm not,
This is who I am and this is what you've got.
I won't pretend to be someone else's dream,
So that I can help with your self-esteem.
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I hope that when I leave here,
It won't be without a trace.
Hopefully at some point in life,
I put a smile upon your face.
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