Decisions
When I have a problem,do I ask myself: “What would Jesus Do”?Since, that is beyond any human’s comprehension,do I instead ask myself: “What would Jesus’ disciple do”?Since, that is still beyond most humans’ comprehension,do I just ask myself: “What would … Continue reading Decisions
Watch Your Words
If I don’t mind my thoughts,They’ll get a mind of their own. If you dare push my buttons,I’m gonna’ push back—harder. I’m like a volcano,I can only hold it in—so long. When I was a teenager,I’d get my feelings hurt. … Continue reading Watch Your Words
Canceled
I do what I can, so that I will be liked.Everybody wants attention, but not in every detail,just the ones, that I’m not ashamed of. I try to make myself presentable.I put my best foot forward,and hope that you won’t … Continue reading Canceled
Saving The World
Everywhere I look,I see people in need.I see them struggling;I feel their suffering. It hurts my mindand grieves my heart.Why are there so many freemanlosing control? I pray each nightfor all of them—their burden is unbearable—it’s crushing my soul. I … Continue reading Saving The World
The Truth Hurts
Anything I say, offends you. What ever happened to the old saying: “sticks and stones may break my bones but words will never hurt me”? Now it seems that words hurt even more—they hurt twice. Because if you become triggered—you … Continue reading The Truth Hurts
Progressive Poem
We are all poets—some of us excuse it,others pursue it. We are all obliged—most of us resist it,a few embrace it. By: ElRoyPoet © 2021 Commentary: The motivation behind poetry, is that poets still believe we can fix the world … Continue reading Progressive Poem
Seeing Too Much….
My eyes are meltingand the pools are fillingin the valley of my being. By: ElRoyPoet © 2021 Commentary: Self-righteous people justify their lack of manners with the disclaimer, that they are only speaking the truth and besides it’s protected speech. … Continue reading Seeing Too Much….
This Is Me
“My thoughts are a symphony;My lines of verse: pure poetry;But my deeds and utterances—oh so sloppy.Is that a deal-breaker for you?” By: ElRoyPoet, 2021 Unity requires effort. We are united by our common primary identity as children of God and … Continue reading This Is Me
What Is Driving You
Every year many humans needlessly die.Some are females, but most are males.Some are prideful, some are stubborn,but most have road-rage. Why do they struggle,why do they have to argue,why can’t they just go with the flow? When they were young,were … Continue reading What Is Driving You
An Eternity Is Still To Come
“I believe in an after life,because,I also believe in a before life. Right now,I just happen to be stuck,in a mid-life crisis with you.” By: ElRoyPoet, 2021 Questions: Are you born with moral values? Are they developed or do they … Continue reading An Eternity Is Still To Come
Flawed Relationships
“It is hard to love,but it is harder not to hate;this is how the world turns. Good manners are hard to get,but the bad ones,are even harder—to get rid of!” By: ElRoyPoet, 2021 Inspired by:“It is easy to hate and … Continue reading Flawed Relationships
Baseball Dad
When you were young,I was too ambitious.I wanted to be a husband, a dad and a pro. Back then—it was hard—for you to be you,and even harder for me to be,the home run hitter, I was supposed to be. So … Continue reading Baseball Dad
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