That nudiustertian morning
(The day before last)
You put forth the effort
And stayed true to task
You were aware of the dangers
That no others could grasp
Yet you fought, though outnumbered
By taking a stance
From a cruel hearted world
Given chance after chance
Moving onwards and upwards
As we try and advance
Through our own secret battles
But only at first glance

Open wide
I’ll claim my prize      
A thousand ways, a thousand tries
A perfect trap if I’m not wise
Focused, driven, hypnotized
Searching for you far and wide
A hallucination, I just realized
A pink pig flying in the skies
A conglomerate, an enterprise
It’s too late, I’ve been deprived
Hidden under a grand disguise
Willfully falling to my own demise
Accepting fate, I shall again arise
I’ll greet you there, I’ll compromise
And adjust our lives to coincide
This conclusion of what I’ve done surmised
A deal, a rift, to my surprise
All gone wrong, so I improvised
For good or bad, we’re intertwined
Fictitious enough to blow ones mind.
I suppose this is one big design
No attachments to unseal our bind
Just more steps that I must climb
A time to rest and unwind
Yet somehow I can’t avoid the crime
To heavens gate, where the sun does shine

Lightning cracks it’s whip!
Obliterates the sky
Waiting for an echo
Or a thunderous reply
Strong vibrations fill your core
With a shockwave gone awry
And leaves us without answers
Just as to how and why

I still don’t have a love
A love to call my own
It’s hard to meet somebody
When you’re sitting home alone

If I could only venture out
Into the world unknown
Maybe I’d find someone
That my heart and mind condone

Life is trial and tribulations
Perseverance to behold
I’m not saying anything you don’t already know
But it still needs to be told

I’ve been stuck in hiding
Destructive to my soul
Afraid to go on living
The whole things overblown

With anxiety a plenty
Depression undertones
I closed myself off to the world
Waiting to explode

But life is kinda funny
There are no one way roads
There’s twists and turns
all along the way
And I’m not sure where they go

Life is after all a journey
We’re just skin and bones
The answers come in adventures
Just like Indiana Jones

So buckle up for impact
I’m headed on down the road
Expect the unexpected
When you’ve spun out of control

Life comes with experience
Not writing words in poems
It’s time I dusted off my old blue jeans
And put on some fresh clean clothes

It may go horribly wrong
I might get fully exposed
But giving up is no solution
If you weigh the cons and pros.

It’s time I faced the music
Stepped out from my safe zone
Engaged in life and spread the joy
Of a time I used to know

I sat atop the mountains peak
Gazing down below
There really were no words to speak
Just a rhythm and a flow
Fresh clean air
A stunning view
Focused on what I must do
And even though I had no clue
My thoughts and heart were still
for you

At the beach
Within reach
I can feel the suns rays
Waters edge
I’m content
Splashing around in the waves
Getting tan
Feet in sand
On one of the nicest of days
Summers here
It appears
Scorching heat, temperature is
raised
Bathing suit
Point is moot
That’s just the way it is

It couldn’t be withheld
I wouldn’t be denied
I asked about her health
But fell deaf, dumb, and blind
What I felt most, was disappointed
That her stars were unaligned
And that her center was a bit askew
Yet, she said she felt just fine

I recognize that emblem
A spider with a knife
It’s very prominent in circles
Of every walk of life
Not those who have more money
The said “cream of the crop”
The upper echelon of prominence
You know, the people at the top

Your attitude’s obtuse
Your posture is oblique
You hide your battle scars
Your methods are unique
I tried my hardest to befriend you
But you turned the other cheek
And it’s impossible to get a read
When you hardly ever speak

The most beautiful sight
Of autumn brilliance
Where orange fills the horizon
Swaying trees to the magnificent breeze
Allowing birds to sing
And do their thing
In the multicolored leaves
That fall to the melody
Of singing sparrows at dusk
Until a darkened grey sky
Frees the moon and stars
That echo eternity
From a paltry earth
Meagerly inconsequential
To the stability of the universe
As mankind depletes its resources
And devours itself completely
Awaiting the sun to rise
To start anew

Covered up in marigold
Fall has reared its head
By the colors of the leaves
Yellow, brown, and red
By the stiff and steady breeze
That makes me cuddle up in bed
And the autumn leaves that trickle down
In the backyard by the shed

The rustling of autumn leaves
Down below the trees
Waterfalls cascading down the mountain *****
Hair blowing in the breeze
Winter nears, and it grows cold
Just not cold enough to freeze
So enjoy the coolness in the crisp calm air
And rest your mind at ease

An eagerly awaited walk
Through the woods, past trees
A little boy with his trusty dog
Scurry through the leaves
Autumn shows it’s colors
Weather perfect to wear jeans
In the woods, they whisper
Their secrets in the breeze

You are a whisper in the chaos
A tender, lonesome, dove
Always a bit obscure
However, full of love
You are the seeker of horizons
In an endless sky above
A survivor of the mayhem
When push comes to shove
But love shall overcome
Of this, I’m certain of

Driven till destruction
The facade falls away
All the bits and pieces
Among the wreckage and decay
Driven into extinction
Cut open and displayed
As an industrial work of art
Bare bones and remains
The tires have grown tired
The rubber dried and strained
Plastic all now broken
Scattered like my brains
Upholstery torn and tattered
No two quite the same
Steering wheel in place
Nothing much else changed
Unlike forgotten memories
In the sunshine and the rain
There in all its glory
Painted, pinned, and framed

I know I’m a bit of a mess, I confess
But allow me to address you all
I’ve been put here on this planet
I’m manic; volcanic
To create art, and just have a ball
I write lyrics like a poet
Because I am one, and you know it
I’m stepping up, answering the call
I’m on the scene and ample
If you can’t see it, light a candle
This is just a little sample of the rise before the fall
I’m humble and I’m gracious
My mindset is audacious
My lyrics are contagious
And there is no hesitation when I stall
I chase it with a passion
It is my call to action
I gratify with satisfaction after all
I’m dishing out cold facts
Just to see how you’ll react
But as I’ve grown, I like to think that I’ve evolved

A glance, a look
Was all it took
So many years ago
And to this day
Your vibe; Feng shui
Turns baby blue
My darkest gray
I’m in blissful awe
The love’s still raw
When I look upon your face
I see our lives
As intertwined
Which can’t be copied or replaced
You fill my needs
Through your good deeds
I’ll never waiver or compare
You’re my moon and sun
My whole universe in one
And I cherish every second that we share

Gently breathing
Sparkling air in ghostly specter
Cool night upon us
Crystal symphonic chimes
Dangling like a hunters spear
Dangerous; stiff
Unpredictable
Their beauty enticing
To the touch
Hints of baby blue hues
With red droplets of pain
Due to curiosity
And poor judgement

She had the proclivity to alter
His weakened state of mind
To foster misconceptions
With deception and white lies
She was filled with bad intentions
She always crossed the line
Then she’d laugh with strong conviction
And sip her dry red wine

Another day with my bae
Along the ocean shore
She and I locked eye to eye
Who could ask for more
Another day with my bae
I’m transfixed by her allure
Each second spent eternal bliss
Beauty oozing out her pores
Another day with my bae
She makes my spirit sore
All she is and all she does
Cannot go ignored
Another day with my bae
There’s no telling what’s in store
Embarking on a brand new quest
With the whole world to explore

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

Ball of fire sent into the atmosphere
You can feel it radiate from afar
Whether you are far or near
The ball of flame shines brighter than a star
A vision; too hard to ignore
The heat singeing every hair inside your pours
Burning everything you value, to its very core
But leaving you transfixed and wanting more

I bare my soul
That I may leave my mark
Something maybe that I’ve written
Somehow lit a spark
Written word can be recalled
Reread and consumed
It gives us something to hold on to
To fight the doom and gloom
Writing releases
Inspires; inclines
First with our vision
Then with our minds

Under the cover of the tall elm trees
A hallow path is set
To walk through and be guided
Without certain harm or threat
The path is dark and dingy
With echoes haunting sound
Bouncing off the bark facade
Of every tree around

I know I know too little
A minuscule amount
In order to commingle
Without having a doubt
Just some basic knowledge
So I can fit in
And communicate with others
Behind a crooked grin
Showing I have interest
In the subject that’s at hand
Spoken very slowly
So that I can understand

His battle scars dug deeper still
Along the ridge and up the hill
He’d been up for days on end
He lost his will and lost close friends
He was last man standing
His body numb
He called for help
But there was none
So he sat
Awake and scared
He was lost inside
And unprepared
To walk the walk
To heal and mend
Those grueling days
The bitter end

A cloudless day with sunshine
Time to still prepare
A beach day like none other
With the smell of salty air
Waves crash in the distance
The seagulls swarm for food
Castles made of sand fall down
Just like in my youth

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

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

Beams of lights reflecting
Off the clouds on sunny days
Hovering over sea and land
Disbursing the suns rays
Brightening up the majestic sky
In different shades of blue
In a brilliant effortless way
Vanquishing all gloom

Her back was frail and brittle
But don’t be misconstrued
Her heart was strong
Her will was fierce
And she never came unglued
A beauty queen by any means
Supple, fine, and true
Petite from the ground on up
From any point of view

Unlike other paintings
That have come before
The ocean, in all its glory
Now rests on golden shores
Illuminating radiance
From beauty’s last request
Shines over the landscape
Never ceasing to impress
Over shimmered waters
Adjacent to the sea
Dolphins swim for audiences
Price for admission, free

‪She waved to him goodbye ‬
‪Said “I’ll see you who knows when”‬
‪Thanked him once again‬
‪For the hand he said he’d lend‬
‪Left as parting friends‬
‪With a chance to make amends‬
‪What all happens now
Will become clear in the end

On a bed of twigs I rest
In a featherlight like nest
Snuggled up under fallen leaves
Awaiting my next meal
So hungry I could squeal
But as of now, I’m just happy I can breathe

My pillows are clouds
That I sink into at night
Feathers and cotton
Mixed together just right
Into a slumber
I solemnly slip
And enter a dream land
Of adventures and trips
A graceful transition
When the time comes to wake
On pillows of comfort
For a much needed break

Fairytales at bedtime
Imagination’s peeked
The gateway into dreamland
For it’s journeys end we seek
Adventures in the meantime
Filled with dragons, kings, and queens
Or the hero and his princess
Whose love does runneth deep

There, before my very eyes
You stood
Weeping
I spread out my arms
You took my invitation
And we embraced
The comfort eased your pain
The tears dried
And you struck a smile
Which in turn
Made me smile
We shared a moment
A tender moment
Life is a series of moments
Each, in their own right,
Magical
Terrifying
Telling a story
A drama
A comedy
A horror
A love story
Moments
Moments in time
They are what make us
Or break us
Covet them
For they are our life’s blood

There’s no need to be pauciloquent
Speak up and be proud
Learn to have a voice and say
What you have to say and loud
Do not hold inside of you
What you feel needs to be heard
Because you never know
What someone needs to hear
For there’s power in your words

I feel the warmth behind your smile
Your love behind a kiss
I feel your undying devotion
With the quiver of your lips
When your body shakes
The whole world quakes
Just by the movement of your hips
And when we lay to rest at night
I must come to grips

I am beloved by those around me
They accept me as I am
I am blessed to call them family
With a handful of close friends
Their encouragement astounds me
Always applauding my attempts
To reach the stars above me
And to give my very best

The dogs stooped down below the iron gates
Ready for whatever awaits
Their master seems to be running late
As they sit watching down the road he takes
Any minute; any second now
He’ll be walking down the street
And won’t it be a joyous day
If he’s brought with him some treats.

‪Just below the treetops‬
‪A nest of jet black crows‬
‪Are nestled in the branches ‬
‪As not to be exposed ‬
‪They’re a metaphor for longing ‬
‪For a connection of some kind‬
‪A slight telepathic notion‬
‪Unlocked by the mind‬
‪Once they are connected ‬
‪Over lengths and lengths of time‬
‪The crows decide to migrate ‬
Just by reading telltale signs

Swept up and stirred
Bemused by her words
Spoken in terms
I haven’t yet learned

Which lends to concern

Taken, whisked away
From her heavenly kiss
Stripped of its bliss
Forsaken and missed

By hearts shaped like lips

It is there I wish to be

The berries of the mistletoe
Hung above our heads
Lights flickered on the Christmas tree
With colors green and red
Snow lines the outer windowsill
As I lay awake in bed
And reindeer leave their footprints
On the rooftops and the sheds

Secret looks
A passing glance
A goodbye kiss
And sweet romance
Warmth where there is bitter cold
Busy laying traps
To catch the beast inside of me
Perhaps
Walking down the winding road
Fighting through the fog
I was lost; beside myself
Until you come along