Garbage In, Garbage Out
I’ve trashed my home,I confess, I’m a hoarder,Full of dusty memories,I’m not a good boarder. I’ve trashed my body,By drinking, until drunk,By taking bad drugs,And eating food junk. I’ve trashed my life,And broken a nice family,And hurt the kind spouse—Who … Continue reading Garbage In, Garbage Out
Orange Ball in the Sky
Orange ball in the sky,Rising up, going high.Orange ball in the sky,Measuring life, to you and I. Orange ball in the sky,Shining bright, in my eye.Orange ball in the sky,Hovering above, to magnify. Orange ball in the sky,Inspires me, to … Continue reading Orange Ball in the Sky
My Last Poem
The poetry left me today; That little flame of pride, She made sure— To extinguish last night. And in my helplessness, All I could say: “Why did I ever think, She was going to stay?” I thought I was her … Continue reading My Last Poem
Robot
I’m incapable of independent thought. I’m programmed with the most currentGovernment, religion and subculture,that’s set to update automatically,every time I plugin to social media. Every night I recharge the batteries,and every day I perform the menial tasks,that my hardware is … Continue reading Robot
The Conversation
Mr. Sunshine: Was today so bad? Gloomy: It was terrible! Mr. Sunshine: Well, the day’s almost over. Gloomy: What do you mean? Mr. Sunshine: When you wake up in the morning, it will be a new day, and you will … Continue reading The Conversation
Preferences
Cupcakes are muffins, Who believe in miracles. Cupcakes are muffins, Who’ve been transformed. Cupcakes are muffins, Who like to wear fancy hats. Cupcakes are muffins, With frosting on top. Cupcakes are liberal, Muffins are conservative. And if you’re a cupcake, … Continue reading Preferences
The Everlasting Truth About Love
I have more to be glad about, Than I have not. A beating heart, I still have; A poet’s brain, I still have. My heart beats faster, When I think about love. If I don’t ever, Get to feel loved … Continue reading The Everlasting Truth About Love
There’s an App for That
I sit in front of my computer, Rearranging words. And searching for motivational pictures, I can post on my social media page. Hoping someone will read them, And click on a like. Or better yet, click on my heart, So … Continue reading There’s an App for That
A Thorn in My Heart
I heard another knock on the door,So I opened it again.I was met by the icy stare of the Reaper;So I proceeded to let him in. Death took a seat next to Lucifer,By Heartbreak and Deceit.Now that all the demons … Continue reading A Thorn in My Heart
Green Thumb: The Journey To Self Awareness
If you wantto write a poem? You’ll need a pretty pot,some fertile soil,a good seed,and plenty of clear water. And with a sunny smile,you’ll grow a flower. But if your tulipshave a frown,it’s because,your gourd had weeds! Spanish Translation ¿Si … Continue reading Green Thumb: The Journey To Self Awareness
Damage Control
As your old hero, I can only rescue you, I can’t fix you. But I believe, A Caring Physician will. And as I pray for you, It also dawns on me, For how long, Will I be able, To save … Continue reading Damage Control
Treehugger
I’m not happy,And I’m not sad.I’m not lookingTo my future,But that’s not bad. I’m lookingTo my own past,When I had hope,And a promise,For a better tomorrow. I planted trees,Somewhere back there,And I’m waitingFor them to grow,To bless the world. Little … Continue reading Treehugger
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