The American Dream: I’m All In
I played all my cards.I took a chance.Let the wheel spin—where it ends—will be my fortune. If I win, I’ll play again.If I lose,whatever happens to me—will be my fault.No one else is to blame. I went for broke;the joke’s … Continue reading The American Dream: I’m All In
America’s Cold Civil War
Complicit Why do we keep having culture wars?Why do bullies keep getting away with it,and why do patriots remain neutral? So why do we keep accommodating extremism,haven’t we already learned—to not be defending cowards and traitors?They’re going to betray democracy, … Continue reading America’s Cold Civil War
America In Jeopardy
This is not what I imagined my life to be,for someone to rule over me—because all I ever wanted, was to be free. I can’t force someone to be a part of we,if you don’t want to be, you are … Continue reading America In Jeopardy
My Faith Story
In order to understand Grace,first we must ask ourselves,where is the Giver of Grace,where is He right now? Is He in Heaven?Is He on earth?Is He in our country?Is He in our church?Is He in my home?Is He in my … Continue reading My Faith Story
Acts In Futility (Bilingual)
To: Friends and Family “I can’t loose sleep worrying about how and when doomsday will come. All I can do is spend my waking hours worrying about how and when I can love you.” “No puedo perder el sueño preocupándome … Continue reading Acts In Futility (Bilingual)
Meritocracy
What is normal;Is it you,Or is it me;Am I who you hoped,Your brother would be? If I’m lacking,And you have plenty;Don’t talk down on me,‘Cause I could’ve been you,And you would’ve been me. So, if you imagine me,To be the … Continue reading Meritocracy
Life Happens In Between
“In our earthly existence,we’re only here for a lifetime,it’s painful in the beginning,and more so in the end.” By: ElRoyPoet, 2022 The Wounded Shall Be Healed “Just because you hate your life, it doesn’t mean you have to make mine … Continue reading Life Happens In Between
Self-sabotage
I’m a poet,I don’t doubt it,even ifI’m not very good at it. You can choose,who you want to be—you’ll just have towork at it too. You might not bethe best there is,but I’ll give you the creditfor what you do. … Continue reading Self-sabotage
Black Hole
There’s a hole in outer space,swallowing the Planets, Moons and Stars;everything around it. Just like the hole in my heart,swallowing everything lovely, that surrounds it,and crushing it! Spanish Translation Hay un agujero en el espacio exterior,tragándose las planetas, lunas y … Continue reading Black Hole
Watchman
I am a watchman at the gate,I see who’s comingand I see who’s going.I listen to the messengers,and I read the writings on the wall.I’m looking for the sign of the times,because I need to warn the people,before our city … Continue reading Watchman
It’s not about me
It’s not about being right,it’s about being wrong. It’s not about being good,it’s about being wicked. It’s not about being found,it’s about being lost. It’s not about being innocent,it’s about being guilty. It’s not about being free,it’s about being bound. … Continue reading It’s not about me
How To Cope With Anxiety
My heart beats faster, but not as strong,As the core of my love begins to sink.Obviously, something seems to be wrong,For you to think, I might need a shrink. Because in my brain, I hear a gong-bong,It doesn’t mean, I … Continue reading How To Cope With Anxiety
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