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
Cat Play
I went with my daughter, to New York city, to see a play. It was one of those long running shows, off-Broadway. I waited and waited in line, while thinking, oh drats, Why would anyone, want to see a musical, … Continue reading Cat Play
Springtime
I love the spring. The trees are green, The flowers bloom, And the bees sting. I don’t like that— Let’s try again! I like summer. Grass is greener, Days are warmer, Bugs bite harder. Scratch all of that— Let’s start … Continue reading Springtime
I’m Transparent
I cry inside, when I see, The pain and suffering, That surrounds me. Why, do I have so many blessings, And they have so few? Oh–how I wish, I could help, But when I realize, I can’t do much– I … Continue reading I’m Transparent
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