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268 · Jul 2016
AFRICA
Allen Robinson Jul 2016
The undisputed birth of civilization
and cradle of life, flowing with
precious jewels and the land milk
& honey... you are a queen

Undiscovered species yet to be
determined and mighty rivers
that spring live, you are a regal
king with worthy subjects

AFRICA is tribal, it is civil and raw
It is modern, ancient and sometimes
unforgiving at it's heart
She is the mother land to all.
268 · Dec 2016
Watching You Go
Allen Robinson Dec 2016
Time with you is endless
never ceasing in joyous bliss

Shared common bonds knot
our laces inseparably together

I see you as I peer deep into
generous heart and slowly melt

Your response to my touch
exposes me and all my emotions

Eyes closed and inhibitions lost
nothing is off limits with our love

Ever mindful of your presence
Watching You Go is painful

Sadden in spirit, my soul cries
out to return to your open arms.
For V.
266 · Dec 2016
Back 2 Back
Allen Robinson Dec 2016
Anger was a
hard pill to swallow
and yet
I did over and over again
appeasing your whims
at every turn
My heart was captivated
for a season
spinning
out of control
as I handed it to you
on a platter
for cruel misuse
Stuck together
out of convenience
one bed one room
gave reason
to lay
Back 2 Back
wondering about
what's next
in my life
from day 2 day
My despise
and
contempt ever building
to a red raging crescendo
had blackened
my loving heart
Far removed
from what I know
to be the real me,
I refuse to settle
and will wait
until I can breathe
feeling secure
in my own skin again.
266 · Aug 2016
IN MY DEFENCE
Allen Robinson Aug 2016
IN MY DEFENCE
I've never been
in defiance of the law

IN MY DEFENCE
I want to be able to
heal the world

IN MY DEFENCE
I've made suspect
decisions in life

IN MY DEFENCE
Father time has
caught up to me

IN MY DEFENCE
maybe I am a control
freak with much to learn

IN MY DEFENCE
I accept my punishment
and criticism like a man.
265 · Dec 2016
Resiliant Flesh
Allen Robinson Dec 2016
We've all faced trying times
our spirits have been shaken
faith has been overly tested

Taught to pick ourselves up
press on, we move forward
to the tune of our own choice

We poses
RESILIAN FLESH
the internal scares are present.
263 · Jan 2017
Raw Memories
Allen Robinson Jan 2017
My lighthearted soul
  recalls past encounters
    riveted in uplifted glee

Memories stripped raw
  and exposed for me to
    witness and proclaim

I was then a child and
  cutting my path in life
    neither rich or poor

Seeking knowledge from
  my elders I gathered about
    them watching and learning

Clear was made of mistakes
  not to forego as right & wrong
    took shape before mine eyes

The best of times from my
  dominative vantage of which
    the lessons still hold true today

I am made of dust of which one
  day I will return and until then
    life is to be lived aloud and free.
263 · Jun 2016
MY EROS
Allen Robinson Jun 2016
When Greek mythology
conceived the god of love
without question
they did dream of you

MY EROS of pleasure
who's sweet nectar
causes me to be drunk
within her your *****

Your defining fragrance of
lotus blossoms and
African vanilla
inspires ****** notions

MY EROS is
sensuality personified
the alpha and omega
of loves ultimate high.
259 · Oct 2016
Prolonged Love
Allen Robinson Oct 2016
Some relationships exist for a season
others are crafted to endure forever
Spirited feelings that run deep and
provide nourishment for the soul
A PROLONGED LOVE which
knows no boundaries & will
deliver peace, confidence
and hope above all
No wedge shall
divide this
Love.
259 · Nov 2016
IT'S A THIN LINE
Allen Robinson Nov 2016
IT'S A THIN LINE
between
Love & Hate
between
Genus & Insanity
between
Hope & Despair

THE DIVIVE GROWS
between
Male & Female
between
Right & Wrong
between
Heaven & Hell.
259 · Dec 2016
Beacon of Right
Allen Robinson Dec 2016
As the lighthouse
watches over ships by night
I'm charges with your
protection as you grow
You look to me for guidance
and security as I seek to
impart my knowledge so
you become your best you
You entered this world
to be a Beacon of Right
for all to see you shine
as you lead, love and learn
My faith in you is without
question unwavering as you
walk the path ordered by
your heavenly Father.
For Trey to always remember who you are and who's you are.  Love you.
256 · Jul 2016
RAISIN
Allen Robinson Jul 2016
The Cali. sun has shown upon you
and time has worked it's magic
Mother nature in her majestic way
has fashioned and transformed you
to a tiny golden, green or black
shriveled-baby-sweet-fruit of
goodness and perfection
Devoured by the dozen in your
nominally size challenged box,
we love you in cookies, cereal
and bread, minus the little stems.
255 · Jun 2016
FLIP SIDE
Allen Robinson Jun 2016
Morning glory of love inspired
by waking to your angelic being
The honor of your presence
lying close to me, reveals passion

As my hands caress you effortlessly
gliding across your silky frame
I see you for what you are to me
my muse, my woman and my love

--------------  FLIP SIDE  --------------

Another day of hell is looming
upon opening my eyes to this stark view
Why are you still here, I ask myself
when near you I cringe in despair

Touching you is furthest from my mind
as the true passion is dead
I see you for who you really are
an adulteress, a scheming witch and a royal B.
253 · Jun 2016
EYES
Allen Robinson Jun 2016
I lift my EYES
to appear not to leer at her chest
the trunk which she carries her valuables
is beaten and tattered

I double take with my EYES
and lock on her rear end
As fins on the old Cadillac
flair like none other ever made.

My wandering EYES
are fixed on her ******* frame
the cabriolet  matches
her pristine interior to a T.
Makes me smile to be playful.
252 · Jul 2016
RUBBER DUCK
Allen Robinson Jul 2016
My little yellow
floating friend
that wobbles
and never sinks
U have been
deeply immersed
in bubbles and
never complained
U were always
present in my
birthday suit
and U
never judged
Always a stoic
fan at my
tub concert
U quietly
requested a
second encore.
252 · Oct 2018
Season
Allen Robinson Oct 2018
Leaves morph into
a colorful myriad of
rainbow-like brilliant
colors.
From afar we are so
overwhelmed by the
beauty of raw nature
Painted, drawn or
photographed the
occular muscle is in
heightened awareness.
Drink it in as you are
a witness to one of
Gods many wonders.
Always a Season to
remember, always a
Season to be revered.
My favorite Season of all is the Fall... hands down.
252 · Aug 2016
STREET LIGHTS
Allen Robinson Aug 2016
All who are old enough to recall
how it was back in the day when
we regularly played outdoors

From sunrise to sunset our loving
parents would shuffle us out of
the house and we played & played

With next to no supervision but the
nosey neighbor's looking out for us
we were left to our own devises

Our small village was tight knit and
everyone did their part in the rearing
of every kid regardless of race or ***

The only times we made bee lines to
the house was for lunch, ice cream
truck money or the bathroom

Let me rephrase that... the only other
time was when the STREET LIGHTS
came on, you best be in the house

Summer hours were often extended
but rest assured that if you didn't make it
and your name was called... you were done.
a back in the day thought... just reminiscing.
252 · Jul 2016
RAZOR SHARP
Allen Robinson Jul 2016
As we get older
  the mind can
    slowly deteriorate
      yet some of our
   elders are beyond
RAZOR SHARP
  as we seek guidance
    and keen wisdom
      from their
   lifetime of
experiences
  Some more quick
    and cleverly whited
      than most
   comedians
Appreciate the
captivating genius
   & cerebral knowledge
they impart upon us
Take it all in and be
  metaphorically nourished.
248 · Jul 2016
GRAVE SIGHT
Allen Robinson Jul 2016
Morbid to the core
society had turned
without reservation
Focused on matters
all to surreal & grim
We turn away from
all that is good and
commonly pure of
substance for the
wicked and sinister
Mired in depths of
muck and evil ways
We cannot turn away
from trauma as we
embrace the carnage
rubbernecking our
way through life
Turn from these ways
for they are doomed
to be our downfall
Don't just stop to
smell the flowers...
behold the beauty.
248 · Jul 2016
Ag
Allen Robinson Jul 2016
Ag
Grey and shinny
with an
atomic number of
47
your mass is slightly
greater than
107
and you fashion yourself
as a heavy metal
of distinct value

Argentum in Latin
loved by ladies
and men alike
we design you to
drape from our
necks & wrists
embellished with
precious gems
and stones to
enhance your beauty.
...you are SILVER
247 · Sep 2016
HE, HIS, HIMSELF
Allen Robinson Sep 2016
Say HIS name in love
when feeling low
Say HIS name in peace
to prove and show
Be lifted up by the
word and adhere to
the path set forth
Be sanctified by HIS
deeds and works
giving all to HE who
is king all by HIMSELF.
Be blessed and covered
by the blood that was
shed for mercy & grace.
246 · Aug 2016
Simple Words of Passion
Allen Robinson Aug 2016
My heart goes with you when you're not around

it seeks you like and arrow to a designated target

The longing to be in your presence is absolute

as I miss your sensual touch and revealing hugs

In my mind we connect on one accord as in a

perfect dream sequence from any love story

I close my eyes visualizing your slender frame

intertwined with mine as the music softly plays

Heart rate risen at the thought of your lovely face

you peak my curiosity and strengthen my faith

My passion for you fills the past empty spaces

therefore I remain yours, forever true and faithful.
for V.
245 · Jul 2016
LABELS
Allen Robinson Jul 2016
L A B E L S
are for cans
not people

we slap one
on anything
or anyone

derived to
segregate
without cause

history will
show & prove
our errors

we are human
we are people
we are one race.
244 · Jun 2016
SUITCASE
Allen Robinson Jun 2016
I come with baggage
not a trunk, but some carryon's
a few
My past is my past
yielding to time with some regrets
Never pretending to be perfect
however my code is pure
Love me and respect me for who I am
and I will reciprocate that value in return
Have my back in time of need
and I will always have yours without doubt
I can surely carry my own SUITCASE
and willing to carry yours
Always stronger together than apart
a travelling partner for life.
244 · Jun 2016
MANTLE PIECE
Allen Robinson Jun 2016
Upon you we place our finest
to display before all the world
The focal point above our
commonly gilded fireplace
Family heirlooms and our
finest crystal or bric-a-brac
We proudly give credence
to our sense of taste & style
Trophies and awards
we sit upon you to stroke our egos
and brag of our accomplishments
Fine sculpture and wedding photos
to remind us of out joyous past
Sterling candle sticks and passionate
notes of love to spark romance
You hold out hopes and dreams
with strength and dignity
We lean on you to hold us steady
while you remain unencumbered.
242 · Jul 2016
MELT AWAY
Allen Robinson Jul 2016
I tend to
MELT AWAY
in your sensual touch
without reservation
as I release
to you all that
I am

Biological
temptations
feed our
fantasies
and lust
for carnal
pleasures

No denial
of liberties
taken when
slipping in
our secret
word of
lost love.
242 · Jul 2016
MEA CULPA
Allen Robinson Jul 2016
Saddened by my actions
that brought water to
your beautiful eyes

I exclaim my remorse
on bended knee before
God and the world

Hurt and distraught
a step is taken back
realizing pains depth

A second chance is
warranted as you
yourself were human.
for V.
241 · Aug 2016
COY SENTIMENTS
Allen Robinson Aug 2016
Often the game is played
  between two, yet the field
is not inclined to be level

Stakes can be skewed
  as one seems to invest
considerably more

Sublime to understand
  is it love or common lust
that shadows the path

Flirtatious & alluring
  nature compels us to
act frivolous at best

What is real or are we
  to apt to wear our egos
proudly on our sleeves

COY SENTIMENTS
  reveal inner shyness
longing to be freed.

Alas clarity culminates
  and true selves must
disclose their secrets.
241 · Jul 2016
CARE TAKERS
Allen Robinson Jul 2016
Life often puts people
in unexpected places
to aid and assist when
least expected

Giving of ones self
without expectation in
return is noble and to
be celebrated

Always putting others
first... giving your last
or the shirt off of your
back, as some say

The CARE TAKERS of
the world, those saintly
few humans that often
get overlooked

To be applauded for
their unsung grandeur
and various acts to
loving selflessness

Set apart upon pedestal-
like monuments for deeds
that others find difficult
to sincerely execute.
240 · Aug 2016
ENTANGLED
Allen Robinson Aug 2016
As I seek to press your mind and
give credence to your actions, I
need to take a full step back and
breathe, yet I remain troubled

Entangled in casual ups & downs
we remain stronger as a unit, thus
kneeling to no outlet for peace
ever ready to handle anything.
Allen Robinson Aug 2016
Looking into the distance
                   I cannot see ur lovely face
nor can I feel the caress of
                   ur comforting embrace

Looking into the distance
                   my mind wanders as to
ur presence in moments
                   of solitude and loneliness.

Looking into the distance
                   I gaze past the misty sky
and my internal journey
                   imagines ur hand in mine

Looking into the distance*
                   no distance is too great
that it keeps me from ur
                   love and lasting devotion.
239 · Jun 2016
WEEKEND
Allen Robinson Jun 2016
Anticipation building for you
as a long week ensued
I seek my recharge you provide
by your two day escapade
Shop
Play
Sleep
I have my options
offered by your strategic mini holiday
Time to reconnect with
Friends
Family
Lovers
I'm inspired by you
and look forward to visiting
more often.
236 · Jun 2016
CEREAL
Allen Robinson Jun 2016
My first memory of you
was simplistic,
however poignant
Although you have changed
over the years
my favorites
are a constant
From the first bowl
of the day
until a late night
micro meal
I was comforted
Oh the sugary milk
at the bottom
The crunchy goodness
in every bite
The artificial fruity flavors
and twisted colors
Even the healthy
nut riddled brand bits
You have your place
in out hearts.
235 · Dec 2016
Holiday Poem
Allen Robinson Dec 2016
Once upon a lonely season
I waited too late
and had no real reason
I tried online
and malls at a distance
to find the right gifts
my struggles persistent
When all hope was lost
I fell to my knees
and prayed to the Lord
to help with my needs
Uplifted in deed
my prayers had come true
when blessed with the gift
of this poem for you.
235 · Dec 2016
Nocturnal Thoughts
Allen Robinson Dec 2016
My mind is aware
vividly aware as I
  know my dreams
   are in full color

Unlike day dreams
mine take place at
  night as I gaze into
   blank dark vistas

Mesmerized it
seems yet I focus
  deeply on a plan
   a vision a task

One larger than
the next I envision
  life so clear as if
   it was day time

I snap back to
reality and remind
  myself to write it
   down or lose it.
233 · Nov 2016
TRIUMPH
Allen Robinson Nov 2016
We TRIUMPH in the little things
that children do
no matter the scope we provide a
level of hype to internally build

We TRIUMPH in love with our
mates and significant others
building communications, confidence
and strong relations trust

We TRIUMPH in peace with all who
seek freedom and justice
brothers and sisters in a noble cause
to protect the way of life.

We TRUIMPH because we like to win
sometimes at all cost
unable to function from the heart
the head.
232 · Nov 2016
RELIEF !
Allen Robinson Nov 2016
I can't think straight
my nerves are shot
Rational thought
is out the door
I try and sit to calm
myself to no avail
My leg bounces like
a child waiting for Santa
I tense my body and
squeeze every internal
***** still to no avail
Time is of the essence
as I'm about to explode
Will I make it... will I
the clock is ticking and
my forehead is sweating
I grind my teeth and almost
bite off my floating tongue
Do I pull over and water
a random tree or bush?
Can I make it, like playing
chicken with your car
on E and calculating the
distance to the station
I see home and precious
seconds are minimal
Exiting the car, I move
quickly like I have a
proverbial stick inside
I smash open the door
with my zipper already
dropped for convenience
Underwear is not... is not
cooperating, ok got it
... YEEEEES  AHHHHH !
We've all been there and
you can relate to this one
Ok... I can think now.  LOL
LOL... I needed a good laugh and hopefully it amused you as well.
232 · Jul 2016
Words to Chew on... #1
Allen Robinson Jul 2016
Success without failure is luck
Luck without trying is lazy
Lazy is no excuse,  let's face it.
for Bubba.
231 · Jun 2016
BOOGIE
Allen Robinson Jun 2016
Locked in my nose
I can't see you, but
I can feel you
O to have my
cool touch PUFFS
to release all of you
Yes you come in
many forms
wet & sloppy
hard & crispy
and long and elastic
I skillfully extract
you on the sly
when no one is looking
Sometime I get caught
in a subtle pick
and I blush
with embarrassment
I flick you
I wipe you, but
never do I taste you
that's gross
Put a little
BOGGIE in your
tissue and
breathe easy.
MY gross effort for the week.  LOL
231 · Jun 2016
Exhale
Allen Robinson Jun 2016
Frustration continues to mount
as our communication lines
get crossed once again
I say right and you hear...
left
Drama is incorporated
into everyday life
a senseless lesson in futility
I say her and your all consuming
jealous mind
assumes that her is chasing me
I need to EXHALE at times
relax and be patient
I love you and only you
however
common ground is needed
understanding is warranted
and listening is essential.
230 · Jun 2016
RAINY DAY
Allen Robinson Jun 2016
When I was a young boy
I would stomp around in you
leaving no puddle to waste
Jumping and splashing
in my classic yellow coat
with matching boots
NO umbrella necessary
as my hat would protect me
from your cool elements
Growing older
I discovered my compact
retractable umbrella of black
true and steady it was
as your drops would fall
all about me
unfortunately in high winds
it failed me
by flipping inside out
embarrassing me again
and no more puddles
as I stay on the look out
for cars trying to splash me
for funs sake
Now that I'm grown
my oversized golf umbrella
protects me now
strong, tried and true
and that RAINY DAY
doesn't stand a chance
until the day my lady and I
enjoy one another's company
strolling hand in hand
feeling your warm drops of wet bliss
no cares in the world
no matter how drenched we get
seeking that small shallow puddle
and yes... we stomp it
and laugh
stealing a kiss
as we look to the heavens
and count your drops
tongues fully extended
we drink you in
230 · Jul 2016
WORD PLAY
Allen Robinson Jul 2016
Pre owned is used
and it goes without notice
Misspoke is a rush to judgment
of your mouth
Sexually dysfunctional  has always
been perverted and
Sanitation engineers used to be
trash men and that was real
The mentally and height challenged
were ******* & midgets, but I
really agree with the new terms
African American was black
and Caucasian was white
Rap became Hip Hop and the
music still plays on
Convicts became inmates
and it never ends
We change the game to suit
our needs and not offend
WORD PLAY in a convenient
way to foster political correctness
it's all B.S. or is there an alternate
term for that as well?
229 · Jul 2016
PARCHMENT
Allen Robinson Jul 2016
I long to write in the style
of eighteenth century poets
or civil war period citizens

Every word seemed well
thought out & strategically
placed for maximum effect

Brilliant Victorian literature of
of romantic time, juxtaposed
to a tumultuous national battle

Dictations delivered with a
veritable sophisticated splendor
unmatched in any era

Pen and ink on handmade
P   A   R   C   H   M   E   N   T
will last forever in perpetuity.
229 · Jul 2016
WHAT SHE WANTS?
Allen Robinson Jul 2016
Caught in the wake of
your emotions, I'm
compelled to empathize

Committed to genuine
understanding without
a lack of contempt

I look deep into your
eyes and acknowledge
that I truly hear you

A single salt filled tear
visible by it's trail
confesses your love.
I'm no expert... I confess, I just write the stuff from the gut.
227 · Sep 2016
LOST MOMENTS
Allen Robinson Sep 2016
Regrets can leave you
wondering, yearning
and often wishing

You can never get back
what you never put out
this is so very true

Those LOST MOMENTS
are fleeting yet powerful
reminders of failure

Failure to act, be assertive
or man up to the situation
that you long to control

That special one or certain
opportunity skipped over
due to simple fear

How different might things
have been if you just went
for it without reservation

Guilt as defined your soul
the one who answers for
those LOST MONENTS.
227 · Sep 2016
MOVED
Allen Robinson Sep 2016
We all have that
favorite song
that takes us
to another place
and time
We reminisce on
special moments
which offer a
fond memory
or life changing
time in space
We get MOVED
to tears, laughter,
or anger from
a particular piece
of music
Lets face it
music has power
to not only lift up
but tear down
We sing allowed
in our cars, showers
and rooms when no
one is around
We evoke all the
emotion and passion
summed up in a
single lyric which
is global in nature
We are MOVED to
protest, make love
and dance
We are MOVED to
create, sing and
feel.
226 · Aug 2016
REFRESHED
Allen Robinson Aug 2016
Like a Meadowlark
you sing sweetly
waking me in the
breaking dawn

Sun cresses over
the looming horizon
bearing its warmth
upon my eager face

All things appear still
for a slight moment
in time, even the lake
pauses to sleep

The wind and clouds
hang motionless
like the Earth stopped
in mid rotation to rest

All is REFRESHED as
we begat as new day
full of glory and life
blessed from above.
225 · Nov 2016
SO LET IT BE WRITTEN
Allen Robinson Nov 2016
We write for passion
as it eternally sustains us

We write for others
because we are inspired

We write for ourselves
out of expression & freedom

We write for justice
to shed light on dark matters

We write for peace
to give hope & compassion

We write for sorrow
to ease the hurt & pain

We write for love
as it embodies our souls

So Let It Be Written...
My favorite movie line of all times from actor Yul Brynner.
225 · Aug 2016
TENSION RISING
Allen Robinson Aug 2016
We disagree to disagree
  although it sounds nice
    truth be told, not really

Opinions may vary and
  we spat over what seems
    to be non essential matters

T E N S I O N  R I S I N G
  in the face of adversity
    we step away & regroup

Seeing the situation so
  much more clear as my
    head levels... a calm exhale

We come together in peace
  We resolve our views in faith
    We part strengthened in love.
222 · Aug 2016
LOVES CHAMBER
Allen Robinson Aug 2016
Thoughts of you
wind swept hair on a summers evening breeze
Thoughts of me
available to your every need as a man should be
Thoughts of we
engaged in prolonged embraces of fluid passion

Mingled in our place of connection
where boundaries are few to none
and our bodies & souls are laid bare

Thoughts of you
raw, free and beautifully sweet
Thoughts of me
always thinking of your essence
Thoughts of we
locked away in LOVES CHAMBER

We see each other and recognize all
of our flaws and accept every one as
the love builds to multiple crescendos.
for V. as always
221 · Jul 2016
SUPER FOLLEY
Allen Robinson Jul 2016
We laugh and feel up lifted
and really busting a gut
can sustain us all day, as
the reoccurring joke sits
with us and regurgitates
itself at any and all times
We smile and chuckle like
crazy people to ourselves
That one SUPER FOLLEY
that brings jovial tears and
takes our breath away
You know... the one that
you can't wait to reveal to
others and yet find a way
to mess up the punch line
Enjoy life everyday and
laugh it up till the tears fall.
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