‪A turn of the hand‬
‪Moves seconds like sand‬
‪On the clock ‬
‪That takes and recreates life‬
‪Funneling down ‬
‪Suppressing all doubts ‬
‪On the blade of a just sharpened knife ‬
‪Each moment of time‬
‪More precious than gold‬
‪Whether you’re very young‬
‪Or incredibly old‬
‪Stories are written ‬
‪Stories get told‬
As we ‪live for each minute ‬
‪Until buried and cold‬

The dew appears
When flowers bloom
As does the fragrance
In a sweet perfume
The stalk does rise
The pedals grow
Pink, red, green
And yellow
The falling leaves
The wind that blows
All in an attempt
To expose
The vibrant rage
The outward glow
In due time
But taken slow

Resting on a country road
Feet propped up in the air
Enjoying every breeze gone by
Without a single care
Reclined in a relax mode
Soaking it all in
And just before the sun goes down
You look at me and grin

On the long stairway to heaven
There aren’t many things to see
Clouds abundantly dispersed
Hovering by your feet
Walking into an empty sky
Towards the glowing light
Taking one step at a time
Before taking flight

Stricken down, stripped, now bare
Held unwillingly in a darkened lair
Filled with crocodiles, and snakes that hiss
Men with wants, they can’t resist
It’s a shame, that they need to exist
Left with only a wish to send a goodbye kiss

Fishing for some answers
In a sea of broken ice
Frozen for a moment
But the moment’s kinda nice
Catching every minute
Paying every price
Meticulous in nature
Precisionally precise
Painting every picture
Without thinking twice
You may never get the answer
But always roll the dice

Throughout unchosen life
Before we were pulled into the light
Before the magic smiles
And the thunder in the night
Before arguments transpired
And you took off into flight
Before the cobra slithered
And coiled up to bite
That’s the final number
Frozen without fight
And then we come full circle
With hopes to reunite

I stood and watched in disbelief
I couldn’t help but stare
The perfect image; specimen
Completely naked; bare
She was a stunning beauty
With pouty lips and long blonde hair
But alas I couldn’t have her
No one said that life was fair

Picnic on the beach
Settled in the sand
To watch the morning sunrise
Just as we had planned
Coffee on the table
Shade to keep us cool
Blanket for us to lay on
Not breaking any rules
Peaceful by the ocean
Despite the water and bird cries
It’s something worthwhile to do
Why not go give it a try

The glimmer in the water
With its gold and shiny glare
Is the jewel above the water
Priceless beyond compare
The ripples cast a shadow
That sometimes dulls the shine
Of the reflection in the water
But that’s all well and fine

In the war against attrition
My white flag’s being raised
I’ve been worn down and battered
I’ve been counting down the days
To reach my pinnacle; my peak
The elusive top
But disaster’s always lurking
And will never ever stop

Unlock the doors of perception
Open up your minds eye
Let imagination consume your thoughts
And do, instead of try
Take the leap
The fall runs deep
Further from the sky
Feel release
Say your peace
Then wait for a reply
When an echo’s heard
Help spread the word
May God be on your side
Succeed or fail
Won’t tip the scale
Nor will it decide
On your set course
By means of force
But I forget the reasons why
Nonetheless
We still progress
As we take it all in stride

He was tempted and bold
He couldn’t wait much longer
Weary and cold
Warmed by internal fires
Spread throughout his aging body
Extinguished by the chosen few
Who could get close enough to touch the flames
With nothing more to do
Then to cover up the pain

I love your scent
When you’re really close
Inhaling your electricity
Your high voltage more than most
I love your clean energy
Your soft and supple skin
I love the feeling that you give to me
When you give my level head a spin
Spinning round and round
To places never been

He’s lovelorn
Because he’s loveless
He’s well versed in deceit
He’s spotted Cupids arrows
Down around his feet
He is broken, he’s been shattered
He’s wallowed in defeat
Avoiding every obstacle
He’s ever had to meet
Nearly given up
Walks around discreet
Living in a cardboard box
Somewhere down the street
Under tearful angels eyes
Praying as they weep

I’m inspired
Heart, beating out my chest
Anxious to get started
Impatient, I confess
I’ve been craving
I’ve gone without too long
That tasty little morsel
Eaten till it’s gone
A delicacy of great proportion
I’m hungry to ingest
Every little crumb I find
While cleaning up my mess

Not much to decipher
In this godforsaken place
But the thought of ever leaving
Leaves a bitter taste
The land is on a reservation
With spirits free to roam
Which can be disturbing to some
Yet, we still call it home

Children hanging, twirling, swinging
Off the jungle gym
Can’t see a reason not to
Get to it on a whim
Children jumping, laughing, singing
Outdoors in the sun
Enjoying healthy living
Smiling, having fun

They reveled until daybreak
They drank, and sang, and cheered
They welcomed anyone to join
Offering everyone a beer
A smile that’s so inviting
Completely, and utterly sincere
May as well see what’s going on
And gauge the atmosphere

I’m enamored with the starlight
As a candles wick gets lit
Casting off tall shadows
On the walls near where I sit
As I gaze up at the stars
Not a one seems dim
Just a multitude of sparkling dots
That’s making the moon grin

Through the pages
Words transcend
The imaginations
Steep ascent
Soaring off
To another land
Attention given
Book in hand
Stories told
In print and bold
Don’t underestimate
Self control
To the point
Until the end
Then loan it to
A close dear friend

‪Your touch is a poem‬
‪Engraved on my skin ‬
‪Every end that we meet‬
‪Is a chance to begin‬
‪Not a moment gets waisted ‬
‪Not a harsh word gets said‬
‪Just a melodic symphony ‬
‪Going off in my head‬
‪A violin concerto‬
‪A harmonious tune‬
‪In sync with the rhythm ‬
‪Under a luminous moon‬

I need a chance to breathe
To not fulfill your every need
To focus on what I must do
Fulfill my hopes, my goals, my dreams
I need a chance to speak
To chase which that I seek
To not be taken too seriously
But for the promises I keep
I need a chance to see
To not get blinded by my greed
To open up my mind to find
We agree to disagree

A casual encounter
To share a drink or two
At the local café
Where there’s coffee freshly brewed
A fine way to start the day
In a weekend mood
A casual encounter
Could be me and you

He’s young at heart
But he’s over the hill
He doesn’t act his age
But someday he will
He’ll get old and wrinkly
With new aches and pains
A walk in the park
And his energy’s drained
His mentality will waiver
His memory, fade
But he’ll never surrender
No matter his age

I dream of you
Your lips of cherry red
Lying on sheets of white
In my house upon my bed
I dream of you
The fragrance of your hair
Your gentle touch and care
Your skin so soft and fair
I dream of you
Your lips of cherry red
The last three words you said
Dancing in my head
I dream of you

There was no need to fret
The night that we first met
When we sang together
A perfectly matched duet
You struck a cord
While it thundered and poured
To a packed house trying not to get wet
We each sang a verse
For better or worse
With the lights shining down on the set
We weathered the storm
While cozy and warm
On a night that I’ll never forget

We’re both positive and negative
We only rise to fall
For every action there’s a reaction
For every brick, a wall
We stake claim to our surroundings
The world on its axis; spins
Going round and round in circles
Until every loser wins

I met the devil once
Under velvet blue moonlight
She was dressed in red
From toe to head
And she said I was her type
She was looking for a soul to steal
Mine, might be the one
So I took off, to parts unknown
Until the hunt was done

I’m caught up in a web of lies
I’ve been prayed upon and victimized
None heard my shouts
My endless cries for help
Through feelings never felt
I’ve gone numb inside my brain
Finding ways to cope
Laying off the dope
What was once dire straights
Is now a beacon light of hope

I understand the rain
Its tears to ease its pain
In the form of droplets from the sky
When the clouds begin to cry
But with the sun brings hope
A vibrant glowing star
To warm and dry, those crying eyes
That make you who you are
I understand the rain
Too drab to entertain
And too lackluster of an appearance
To ever make a name
But it’s recognized on sight
Which contradicts my plight
To answer every call
When the rain begins to fall

Down the mountains snowy *****
Sunshine between the trees
There’s a stillness in the morning air
That’s absent of a breeze
The trees stand up
Proud and tall
All for one
And one for all
They align themselves for natures call
And reach new heights
Before they fall

Let me gratify your needs
Let me spin your wheels
Let me ****** you for an eternity
So you know just how it feels
Let me caress your neck
Let me whisper in your ear
Let me sing my song in harmony
Well enough to hear
Let me kiss your lips
Let me feel your hair
Let me grip you firm and squeeze you
Showing you I care
Let us walk the meadows
Let us stroll the beaches sand
Let us gaze into each other’s eyes
Exactly where we stand

Dendrobium orchards
Stretch towards the sun
Soaking in rays and warmth
They have every intention
To face one direction
Avoiding ever facing the north
The colors astound
Raised from the ground
Protruding from one planted seed
When watered and fed
They’re magnificent
If given the care that they need

Picking up daisies
Pulling petals for fun
Does she love me or not
Could she be the one
Lush lavish landscapes
The knolls and the brooks
It’s her endless kind nature
And her blatant good looks
That draws me near her
That pulls me in
With a gleam in my eye
And the biggest of grins

She dreams of moonbeams and serenades
As watches her breath in the cold
She has no time for horse play or your charades
She’s adventurous, daring, and bold
A devilish angel
Subtle and sweet
She’ll rip the rug
From right under your feet
She’ll take all your secrets
But at least she’s discrete
She’s more of a woman
Than you’ll ever meet

I love your words
The way that you speak
But it’s the things that you say
That make me feel weak
It’s your wording, your use
Your eloquent tongue
That revives, brings to life
And makes me feel young
It’s your pronunciation
Your poetry lips
Your double entendres
Your Freudian slips
It’s an enchanting echo
Of musical bliss
That captures my heart
With dreams of a kiss

Candies, cakes, on display
Just beyond the glass
The open air, a spot of tea
With just a touch of class
A finch or two, and in they flew
Curiosity was peaked
Their stomachs grew
As stomachs do
When food is what they seek

In the stillness of the midnight hour
When shadows rise, to take power
They seek out to maim; devour
Those who fear and cower
And in the thoughts of mindless men
That wait out their lives to be born again
There are no words to defend
As they stay silent, still, and idle

I came with thoughts to serenade
Just along the promenade
In her dress of purple suede
With a smile that I wouldn’t trade
I picked a spot under the shade
Over rose petals, freshly laid
I gave to her a ring of jade
As she listened to the song I played
Steadily wooing her with my words

She saw him in a comic light
Friends at best, a kiss goodnight
She was only trying to be polite
But instead, it turned to enraged spite
Now everywhere she turns her head
All reminders of the words he said
Wishing her a speedy death
While drowning in a sea of red

I imagine that science and math are involved
If I had a riddle or a problem to solve
I’ll watch as granulated sugar dissolves
As it spins around in circles; revolves
A sip from my cup
Strips away my resolve
As I strive for perfection
While I grow and evolve

In the winter I shiver
From morning till night
Near the frozen river
That glimmers on sight
It’s not for beginners
On thin sheets of ice
As the stars shine and shimmer
Like diamonds; quite bright
Using only slightly a sliver
Of silver and gold
To enhance the quality
Of a cold piece of stone
And entice the giver
With no cold nights alone
While being kept warm by the fire
Inside our new home

I’m missing true love
A void unfulfilled
The next level up
To work on and build
I’m missing a lover
A partner in crime
Just a second too late
A fraction of time
Two passing ships
Alone in the night
But come face to face
And it’s love at first sight

There is no known cure for my love
The source of my infatuation
It’s been manifesting in my heart
It’s my very own creation
She simply takes my breath away
She has my adoration
A model template on epic scale
Through sheer determination

Stealing amorous glances
With my object of desire
Levitating in euphoria
Over an open fire
Until I feel its warmth
Until ecstasy’s achieved
Till the fire gets so hot
The flames forget to breathe
Until the fires out
Taken by the breeze
A ghost of its former self
That goes away and leaves
Vanished out of sight
Never again seen
Only bits and pieces
Of a long forgotten dream

I’m baffled by your beauty
Your body, I’d caress
With a kiss upon your forehead
In your pretty summer dress
Your legs are long and perfect
Large bosoms on your chest
Hair is long and golden
And I’m not easily impressed
But you are picture perfect
Your future, I’d invest
Let’s take your dreams and your fantasies
And we’ll disregard the rest

A moment of reflection
A distant memory
You can kiss goodbye those yesterdays
They’ve been swallowed by the sea
I was swooped up by a gale
A forceful gust of wind
I remained cool, calm, and collective
With a Cheshire grin
A twinkle in my eye
As I contemplated sin
A whispered little murmur
I’m ready begin

Sheer serenity
Indescribable bliss
The instant that it happened
The long awaited kiss
Supple and caressing
A checked box off my list
I’d be lost without direction
Not wanting to exist
You are my revival
My cease and desist
My delicious candy
I can’t seem to resist