|
Post by wanttobewithGod on Mar 3, 2008 3:52:16 GMT -5
These are *nothing special* for sure...I am a pure amateur...but I enjoy to write just as a "vent." I mostly rhyme even though I know a lot of (most?) good poetry doesn't....and I have never concerned myself with meter or anything like that....so, ok...officially what I write likely isn't even poetry....but you all will know what I mean when I say that...so that's what I'm titling it! I was looking through some of my old poems tonight...on the online site where I met Craig...and thought I would post a few. Enjoy....if you can! LOL. "This World of Ours" is the first.... Life seems so unfair sometimes It's hard to see it through, Depression,killing, suicide Today is nothing new. How can one take their life Or that of a brother Why must we all continue Hurting one another? It seems like love never appears In the news these days, Just terror, mayhem, and abuse God, we have to change our ways. I don't want to live in a world Where a boy can shoot his mother Or her husband can blacken the eye Of the one who was once his lover Will it ever end? Will peace be there to find? I don't know how some can have The thoughts that they do in their mind. Not even safe in our homes these days The threats come to us there... All I can do is close my eyes And offer up this prayer God please help those who have no conscience And keep us safe from harm... Fold this world into your embrace And hold us in your loving arm.
|
|
|
Poems
Mar 3, 2008 3:54:05 GMT -5
Post by wanttobewithGod on Mar 3, 2008 3:54:05 GMT -5
This one was called "My Valentine To You All" This is for all the lonely hearts On this Valentines Day, Wanting someone to love Wishing they could find a way... To show the ones that they hold dear Exactly how they feel, Wishing the dreams inside themselves They somehow could make real. This is for everyone Who has ever loved and lost, But still want to try again No matter what the cost. This is for the brokenhearted Who can't seem to get past, The love they thought was real And would always last. This is for the dreamers That know loves out there waiting, That are too scared to open up So keep on hesitating... This is for the true-love jaded That feel it's no longer in the cards, That have felt the wounds that it can bring That left their hearts in shards. This is for all of those In Love Hearts so full of joy, That found the love to last forever They've dreamed since they were a little girl or boy This is for everyone that I know There's hope for each one of us, Love will meet up with us one day Come on the street, airplane, train or bus... I have faith that it will come for me When I'm almost at the point I don't believe... And this aching emptiness Deep inside it will relieve.
|
|
|
Poems
Mar 3, 2008 3:59:10 GMT -5
Post by wanttobewithGod on Mar 3, 2008 3:59:10 GMT -5
This one I called "Woe is Me in Self Pity" ;D (obvious why!)
My body is finally exhausted But my thoughts just won't let go, I've had it up to HERE with life But you've been there too, I know. As the world spins on it's axis I feel I'm going the other way, Everything is whirling, twirling I can't stand it another day. I wish I could just lie still awhile Some quiet respite to find, Forget all the many cares That now occupy my mind. I imagine there are many others That have the same problems that I do But it's so hard to think of those As it's happening to you. I'm feeling purely selfish Wallowing in self-pity, So many out there down-on-luck Think I'm sitting pretty. And maybe from the outside There's not much wrong to see But they dont know what's going on Deep in the heart and soul of me. I hope life has a flip-side For this part has grown old, I want to feel love and warmth Instead of dreariness and cold. I need help to pick up the pieces Of my tattered heart And bind them tightly back together So they'll never again be torn apart.
|
|
|
Poems
Mar 3, 2008 4:00:13 GMT -5
Post by wanttobewithGod on Mar 3, 2008 4:00:13 GMT -5
I liked this one even though it's kinda cliche and corny..... It's called "You are the Good Things" You are like my lighthouse When I'm lost at sea alone You always shine your beacon And bring my heart back home. You are like the candle Flickering here beside me every day You brighten up my worst hour And keep the dark and cold at bay. You are like the lucky penny I found lying in the street. The glint that you get in your eye Always sets me back up on my feet. You are like a knight in shining armor When I'm a damsel in distress You rescue me from all my fears And give my mind a place to rest. You are like the bed I lie on every night When I'm just tired of it all You wrap me in your arms of comfort Give me a soft place to fall. You are like the sunshine That gently wakes me to begin my day You shake the cobwebs from my soul And blast your ray of light my way. You are like the first signs of spring That I look forward to each year You make me come to life Each time you say the words I need to hear. You are all things good to me And I thank you for everything you are You are my life and love And my shining star.
|
|
|
Poems
Mar 3, 2008 4:03:19 GMT -5
Post by wanttobewithGod on Mar 3, 2008 4:03:19 GMT -5
"Let's Do Better"..... (This one I tried to rhyme every other line ac/bd. It's harder than it sounds!Perhaps why it sounds funny in parts....) ;D
Why must there be a thing called hate Why can't we all just live as one? We will all go to the same fates When our time on this earth is done. Why does it matter if one is black or white? Why can't we seem to get along? Why must we continuously fight, And make others feel they don't belong? Why do children say such cruel things Learn to ridicule and point out what's "wrong" This incessant teasing will in their ears ring, For so very, very long. Then as those merciless ones grow older You'd think they could have learned But no, they just continue to smolder Not caring who gets burned. Words can hurt so very much Cut deep just like a knife, I don't understand why people have such Blatant disregard for another's life. If it's not the color of my skin It's the unfashionable clothes I wear Why can't we see it's what's within Not how we dress or fix our hair? Maybe they're not thin enough, Or maybe come from the wrong side of the track But the things those say to feel so tough... They can never take them back. The ones aiming those hurtful darts might be truly sorry But all their targets can do is forgive, not forget For those words are engraved, don't you worry They'll remember them, it's a bet. So please, let us all just try To be a bit more caring and kind Attempt to make someone smile, not cry And to others feelings not be so blind.
|
|
|
Poems
Mar 3, 2008 4:04:52 GMT -5
Post by wanttobewithGod on Mar 3, 2008 4:04:52 GMT -5
"My Inspiration" (written one night I wanted to write and couldn't think of anything to write about) I looked all about tonight, And couldn't find Inspiration But as I put pen to paper, Here, sauntering up, was Trepidation. "Where is my Inspiration?" I asked "I haven't seen her in so long!" "Why is she hiding from me... Did I do something wrong?" Trep then answered with a smirk, "Well, that's why I am here... You don't always write what you really feel Just keep hanging back in fear." I stood then and began to pace the floor For I didn't like this feeling that he brought Inspiration how could you leave me??, As I turned back to Trep, was my only thought... "But I didn't ask for you to be here! So please just let me be!!" Trep just shrugged and said "Only you can get rid of me." After this thankfully brief encounter I sat back down and thought awhile As as I began to write again I looked up to see Inspiration's smile. "You're back!" I said with delight As her smile I returned "Yes, and I'd like to stay around As long as you have learned..." "That I'll appear to you in many forms Maybe not always how you like... I've been a man, a butterfly, And a young girl on her bike" From the corner of my eye then, I saw Trepidation skulk away, I think he was resigned to the fact That My Inspiration's here to stay!"
|
|
|
Poems
Mar 3, 2008 4:06:41 GMT -5
Post by wanttobewithGod on Mar 3, 2008 4:06:41 GMT -5
"My Little Observations"
What is a smile But a frown flipped upside down? How can a circle be a circle If it doesn't go all the way 'round? How gratifying is a win When another must lose? What good is having free-will If one does not know how to choose? What is the point of uniqueness If everyone simply conforms, What to appreciate in the sunshine Without the occassional storm? Is a friendship really thus If it's only one-sided? Why want for more If one doesn't use what's already provided? What would be the meaning of living If we didn't care for ourselves? With nothing to set upon it What use for a shelf? What's the purpose for slumber If one's mind won't rest? What's the use for effort If it isn't one's best? What reason for an apology If the wrong can't be made right? And is something less there If it's simply not in our sight? Why is lonely still lonely With so many others around? Why do I feel like I float With my feet on the ground? What is conversation If the words one desires to say go unspoken? Does one's heart still beat If it's been left broken? What is a life If no one will care? And what then, is Love Without someone to share? We all a purpose in this world Great or small, That you may discover yours Is my wish for you all.
|
|
|
Poems
Mar 3, 2008 4:12:25 GMT -5
Post by wanttobewithGod on Mar 3, 2008 4:12:25 GMT -5
Ok last one...."Some of My Favorite Things" Big soft snowflakes, gliding gracefully to my toes, Strolling through English gardens, stopping to smell a rose... Nestling a new baby, snug up to my chest, These are some of the things that I love the best... Walking through the woods on a colorful autumn day, Falling into a good book, as I drift away... An "I love you" from my son, accompanied by a peck on the nose These are just some of the things to inspire this prose... Time spent with close friends who want only the best for me, Those moments I've given my all to be the best I can be... Chatting on the phone to loved ones far and near These are the things that my heart holds dear. Cuddled on the couch in a thunderstorm, lightning flashing all around, A newly-born robin in spring, making a sweet chirping sound. Those times to myself spent in silence, not another in sight These are things that make my soul take flight. A hot, lazy day in summer with our ice-cream cones, Going down to the lake, skipping some stones... Cranking up my favorite cd, and jamming away These things never fail to brighten my day... What are your favorite things in this world? At times there's so much heartache that at us is hurled... Just remember: there are many gifts also-- both large and small That can keep us uplifted, if we don't choose to fall.
|
|
|
Poems
Mar 10, 2008 20:52:01 GMT -5
Post by horsewomanunlogged on Mar 10, 2008 20:52:01 GMT -5
Mich...How lovely! I had no idea you were such a poet.. Heres a place for that... www.quizilla.comI hope I spelt it correctly...
|
|
|
Poems
Mar 10, 2008 22:24:58 GMT -5
Post by wanttobewithGod on Mar 10, 2008 22:24:58 GMT -5
Aw, thanks Shel...really nice of you to say so but very amateur I know. I have all my poems on poems & quotes...that's the site Craig & I met on, actually....quite accidentally!! I wrote most of these particular poems here in 5 to 10 minutes...maybe some of the 15 on the outside (the one with the alternate lines rhyming took a bit longer maybe) I don't pay any attention to poetry rules or meter or anything...so VERY amateur...but I enjoy it. Thanks again!
|
|
|
Poems
Mar 11, 2008 10:28:04 GMT -5
Post by gem unlogged on Mar 11, 2008 10:28:04 GMT -5
Beautiful poems Michelle! I enjoyed reading them- you are talented ! Gem
|
|
|
Poems
Mar 11, 2008 21:39:19 GMT -5
Post by wanttobewithGod on Mar 11, 2008 21:39:19 GMT -5
Ty, Gem. M.
|
|
|
Poems
Mar 11, 2008 22:31:43 GMT -5
Post by ranman77007 on Mar 11, 2008 22:31:43 GMT -5
i like them all. the Trepid one was my fav... (don't worry, they say i have multiple personalities too, because after Trep left you, i took him in) very, very nice and good poems...
|
|
|
Poems
Mar 12, 2008 1:04:27 GMT -5
Post by wanttobewithGod on Mar 12, 2008 1:04:27 GMT -5
Lol...thanks Ran. M.
|
|
|
Poems
Mar 15, 2008 9:11:11 GMT -5
Post by ranman77007 on Mar 15, 2008 9:11:11 GMT -5
just wondered how your day is going... busy busy worker....gonna be tired tonight....
|
|
|
Poems
Mar 16, 2008 13:13:03 GMT -5
Post by nitro on Mar 16, 2008 13:13:03 GMT -5
|
|
|
Poems
Jan 23, 2022 14:56:43 GMT -5
via mobile
verna likes this
Post by 1chinesewhispers on Jan 23, 2022 14:56:43 GMT -5
From the Rolling Valley to River Dry, And far above the sleeping bodies, Sit the scornful Watchman’s eyes, With each step the Earth will tremor, And shake the huts below, The plants they droop in bleeding sorrow, As they can no longer grow. He lets out a booming laugh, That parts the darkened clouds, As he thinks of his growing power, That makes the Heavens shroud, But in the distance a call is heard, That mutes the Watchman’s laugh, Upon a silver horse he rides, The Chevalier splits the night in half.
Galloping through the ocean breeze, The Chevalier quickly approaches, Towards the mighty Watchman’s land, On the darkness sunlight encroaches. For this day the Watchman waited, To fight off he who wants his throne, This land is for him to own, The battle horn has now been blown. Down below the people rise, From their slumber they awake, And head outside into the street, To see what will be their fate. Rising above the rocky hill, Appears a foreign man, Perhaps he’s come to set them free, And save them from the old Watchman. The Chevalier is now upon them, Pulling his horse to cease his run, I’m here to save the village people, But a reply he got but none. Instead the Watchman cocked his head, And screamed into the sky, Do not threaten me now Horseman, Or I’ll bury you in River Dry. Blinded by his arrogance, The Watchman failed to see, The Chevalier draw his bow and arrow, And plunge it in his knee. Upon the Southern Mountains, The Watchman slowly fell, His body turned to Ashes, And loudly rung the death bell.
Be gone my sweet People, All People young and old, Escape this wretched wasteland, And free your desperate souls. You’re no longer bound by his watch, So seek another land, Follow your heart and fill its desires, And your life will be so grand.
|
|
|
Post by 1chinesewhispers on Feb 3, 2022 14:34:15 GMT -5
Listen to my broken heart as it beats inside my chest Dad is slowly drifting home though I truly have been blessed. Heaven awaits the greatest man who kept me from the cold he raised us kids, his the work of life we watched him growing old. I'm trying not to cry today as I hold my family tight letting go is hard to do but things will be all right. There's peace with every breath he takes like the stars that shine so bright our clouded hearts will heal in time Dad's star will fill our nights.
|
|
|
Poems
Jun 5, 2022 16:58:02 GMT -5
via mobile
Post by 1chinesewhispers on Jun 5, 2022 16:58:02 GMT -5
Your skin that I laid with The heart that you loved with The feet I walk on The words that I am writing keeps the voice bringing together so strong I hid out in my laughter Plus the world that comes after Keep peace & breathing on You were the sugar in my sweet tooth You were the driver in my review mirror , with the voice of reason I am here because you were here Now it’s clear to me Every time I think of you It’s the sweetest memories I am here because you were here always guiding me The light that shines in me Has gone out I have to push to keep things going Cause I just keep knowing Where there is a will there is a way The hope & the heartbreak The lessons and mistakes Planted seeds for one more day I don’t have the time to explore My first reason to travel Plus I chose love in this battle I wish I knew so much more What was in store Meet me at the light tonight I will be Shining Bright !
|
|
|
Post by 1chinesewhispers on Jun 25, 2022 15:03:35 GMT -5
Lately , have you seen me crying? It's not like I have not been trying But tears come out in ways unknown As losses to my mental health keep growin' My daughter Care🐻then my mom , son-in-law gone No solutions left unexplored Searching in futile ; I would cry Now my tears are all but dry Desensitized; I hit rock bottom I wished for tears and then I got 'em At the gym of all the places Among the other friendly faces. Heart rate racing, it's sweat I'm chasing Could it be that I'm replacing with tears of sweat; they bring relief From pain and agony of grief Ride my bike over 200 watts of power . Working out through physical strain Helps me through my emotional pain, A way to remember - to never forget And tears ooze out in the form of sweat Life's circumstances have left me hardened For that I hope I can be pardoned, For lack of tears, I no longer fret At least I have those tears of sweat
|
|
|
Post by 1chinesewhispers on Jun 28, 2022 15:15:42 GMT -5
And if I go, while you're still here... Know that I live on, Vibrating to a different measure Behind a thin veil you cannot see through. You will not see me, So you must have faith. I wait for the time when we can soar together again, Both aware of each other. Until then, live your life to the fullest And when you need me, Just whisper my name in your heart, I will be there.
|
|
help
Senior Member
Life Member "Australian Order of Old Bastards" AOOB.
Posts: 841
|
Post by help on Jun 28, 2022 18:05:11 GMT -5
Jimmy Osborne “𝑻𝒓𝒆𝒆 𝑯𝒖𝒈𝒈𝒆𝒓” I came across a gnarled tree with broken limbs and wilted leaves its withered bark, with scars beneath reminded me of me 𝑰 𝒉𝒂𝒅 𝒂 𝒈𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒕 𝒆𝒑𝒊𝒑𝒉𝒂𝒏𝒚 and in an act of empathy, I wrapped my arms around her trunk and wept below her canopy 𝒒𝒖𝒆𝒔𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒎𝒚 𝒔𝒂𝒏𝒊𝒕𝒚 I felt the heart beneath her bark living, breathing into me and in that moment I could see I’m not so different from the tree 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑰 𝒇𝒐𝒖𝒏𝒅 𝒑𝒆𝒂𝒄𝒆 sinking into silken grass listening to an earthen symphony, raindrops dripping on the ground around me 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒔𝒐𝒖𝒏𝒅 𝒐𝒇 𝒏𝒂𝒕𝒖𝒓𝒆’𝒔 𝒕𝒊𝒎𝒑𝒂𝒏𝒊 resting my eyes on the forest floor, restored once more to serenity; I awaken with a gentle roar, and a feeling of transcendency.
|
|
|
Poems
Jun 28, 2022 18:21:41 GMT -5
via mobile
Post by 1chinesewhispers on Jun 28, 2022 18:21:41 GMT -5
Love that one !
|
|
|
Post by 1chinesewhispers on Sept 5, 2022 20:43:01 GMT -5
Will you… Hold my hand for a little while? I don't need you to save me No need for you to fix anything No need for you to hold my pain But will you simply hold my hand? I do not need your words Your thoughts Nor your shoulders to carry me But will you sit here for a while with me? Whilst my tears they stream Whilst my heart it shatters Whilst my mind plays tricks on me Will you with your presence let me know that I am not alone, whilst I wander into my inner unknown? For my darkness is mine to face My pain is mine to feel And my wounds are mine to heal But will you sit with me here, while I courageously show up for it all my dear? For I am bright because of my darkness Beautiful because of my brokenness And strong due to my tender heart But will you take my hand lovingly , when I sometimes journey into the dark? I don't ask for you to take my darkness away I don't expect for you to brighten my day And I don't believe that you can mend my pain But I would surely love if you could sit for a while and hold my hand, until I find my way out of my shadowland! So will you… Hold my hand until I return again?"_ ZJ
|
|
|
Poems
Oct 27, 2022 14:02:31 GMT -5
via mobile
Post by 1chinesewhispers on Oct 27, 2022 14:02:31 GMT -5
Wipe that smile off your face …. You are a immaculate disgrace Cause heaven knows A prayer won’t save even you now You wear the tainted halo pretending to be a saint You hide the venom of a 🐍 Built your kingdom on a lie
So watch it all come crashing down now You are a prophet of hate
Truth-less Two faced hypocrites
Author unknown kinda …………..
|
|
|
Poems
Oct 27, 2022 14:55:27 GMT -5
via mobile
Post by 1chinesewhispers on Oct 27, 2022 14:55:27 GMT -5
Time after time we Walk pass the window And never see the ashes on the ground Night after night Watching the sky move But never feel the earth spinning around I didn't see you fallin' I couldn't hear you callin' Born with eyes wide open Never learn to see I never meant to hurt you Was right there crying with you Why do we harm the only thing we want to be? Trying to follow Every footstep I feel so lost along the way Reading the scripture Straight from the gospel Never understanding what they say, yeah I didn't see you fallin I never heard you' callin' I've got my eyes wide open But haven't learned to see, yeah
Author deceased
|
|