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Music about the moments, memories, choices, and lessons that shape a life.

Just One Kiss
A tender look back at a single unexpected kiss in the rain—one fleeting moment from long ago that never truly faded. Sometimes one memory is all it takes to stay with your heart forever.

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The Weary Knight
A deeply personal song about a father worn down by years of fighting for a daughter lost in addiction. When she tells him she no longer needs him, he realizes this is the battle he can no longer fight for her—and must finally lay down his sword.

Gimme a Hug!
A lighthearted spoken-word piece about the simple power of a hug, a little laughter, and a lot of love. Sometimes the smallest gesture can brighten a day—and remind us we all need a little kindness now and then.

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Open The Door
A hopeful song about finding the courage to leave the past behind, step into freedom, and trust that a new beginning may be waiting just beyond the door.

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The Hummingbird
A reflective song about a cherished family heirloom and the lasting legacy of grandparents whose love still lives on in the generations they shaped.

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Sometimes
A raw reflection on the unexpected moments when sadness, stress, and the noise of life become too much—and all we can do is feel it, face it, and keep going.

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© 2026 Mark Stracener

Poetry • Music • Stories of Hope and Healing

Creating ripples of kindness, one story at a time.

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