Jorge L Echevarria: Poems

4d · 165

Roads

Jorge L Echevarria 4d

Roads

On a path others have paved does not ensure the road won't need work when it's your turn to use it

Apr 16 · 19

Ours

Jorge L Echevarria Apr 16

Ours

In the corridors of my mind, I dwell in shadows of fear,
Bound by chains of indecision, moves I dare not steer.
Yearning for paths untrodden, yet fate holds me in its grasp,
Time slips through my fingers, a relentless, fleeting clasp.

Once master of my moments, now a pawn in life's cruel game,
Each wasted breath a currency, spent without acclaim.
No riches to amass, only burdens to stack high,
Ninety-nine unseen troubles, hidden from the naked eye.

Feb 7 · 235

Teaching

Jorge L Echevarria Feb 7

Teaching

I recall the days of learning to teach, a journey on the fly,
Delving into the minds of students beyond the naked eye.
Words unspoken found refuge upon the written page,
A former kid myself, aging with each passing stage.

Uncertain at first, my purpose seemed out of reach,
Focused solely on the art of crafting poetic speech.
Memorable were the students, minds so malleable,
Given a chance, transformations happened, session by session, palpable.

One young man, a silent observer without a spoken word,
Doodling on pages, where every story he'd heard.
Guiding him to express the unspoken swirling in his heart,
He grasped my hand, a firm shake, realizing his part.

No push for attention, just relishing in the freedom's glow,
A class where liberation flourished, a desire to bestow.
Easing the stress of middle school, where sharp minds reside,
Teaching them to tap into what I believed was art's guide.

Poetry, a sanctuary, laughter withheld from judgment's grasp,
Expressing love, hatred, sadness—a multifaceted clasp.
Tears flowed freely as a kid spoke of his dad,
In that moment, the profound power of teachers I had.

A child with dyslexia, a narrative to share,
Named me his favorite teacher with a tender care.
A laptop program aiding his thoughts and dreams,
Talent and stories emerged, beyond what it seems.

Offer alternatives to learning, nurture the right mentality,
Never undermine the impact, discover the key's vitality.
In the realm of education, where potentials intertwine,
A teacher's influence is a beacon, forever to shine.

Jan 31 · 844

Coffee in the morning

Jorge L Echevarria Jan 31

Coffee in the morning

Sipping on these moments, like you could never get enough,
Let me whisper in your ear, I'll be your morning cup,
Brewing a smile on your face before your eyes are open,
Add a pinch of sugar, though the sweetness not important.

#coffee #love #morning

Jan 29 · 18

Stuck

Jorge L Echevarria Jan 29

Stuck

Why do I feel my efforts lack adequacy?
As time unfolds, my vision fades progressively.
ADHD complicates decisions, a challenging mission,
Thoughts compete, a mental juxtaposition.
Desired shots, no ammo, a mind's lonely condition,
Trapped within, feeling like a personal prison.
Daily, I slaughter my soul in monotonous repetition,
A ghost of my aspirations, lost in the exhibition.
A painted smile on a shell of what I sought,
Running on empty, no gas stations in thought.

Jan 10 · 115

Miniature Dollhouse

Jorge L Echevarria Jan 10

Miniature Dollhouse

I see who you really are right from inside my home
When you think there's no one there Know you're not alone
I am all your stories you imbued me with this curse
From inside my dollhouse an observer I'm immersed

Jan 2 · 99

For our son Mateo

Jorge L Echevarria Jan 2

For our son Mateo

While you search the world what do you hope to find?
A tapestry of stories that only you can design
Imagination blooming like a garden in your mind
Give it a little water don't forget to give it time
When I see a smile on your face it brings me happiness
Makes me think of all the milestones that haven't happened yet
Take your time to explore the world while you unravel it
Love you to the moon and back and that's why I am so passionate
I see a universe inside you it's extravagant
Practicing experiencing what you are imagining
Every time I look into your eyes I just imagine when
You can tell me every thing inside your head that's happening

Oct 2023 · 200

Banksy

Jorge L Echevarria Oct 2023

Banksy

Splashes of color, abstract, chaotic and bright,
Vivid expressions of thoughts in the night.
The words in my mind, they dance and they sway,
But like fleeting graffiti, they soon fade away.

The cans of my thoughts, they rattle and hiss,
A cacophony of dreams, sometimes hit or miss.
A fresh coat appears as I overthink,
A canvas of chaos, my thoughts interlink.

I'd see a shrink, but in a blink, I'm unsure,
On the brink of my mind, the thoughts obscure.
Lost in this sequence, I yearn for a guide,
For guidance and purpose to stem the tide.

Ambition, it flickers, like a candle's soft glow,
But in seeking the light, in its warmth, I'll grow.
To paint my own story, with colors bold and bright,
I'll find the path forward, through the canvas of night.

Oct 2023 · 62

Tiring efforts

Jorge L Echevarria Oct 2023

Tiring efforts

In my head I feel pain that remains consistent
Taking hold of my emotions slowely constricting
Lack of movement as the ground below begins to soften
Quick before this sand becomes a problem
thoughts that I'm lost in
Times I've forgotten
Not often but
becoming more common
I'm worried that time won't stop when
I really need it
Lately I'm feeling defeated
Energy depleted
Legs forgot what it means to be defeated
As I keep on moving forward
Even when if gets worse
I'll never truly be able to rest
A gift and a curse
Truth is the matter is
I'm running on dead batteries
Haven't had time to replace em
Like my dreams soon my son gonna ask me to chase him
Eraser to all the mistakes I could make worse
No I won't let let him down
Floating in these waves that crash in hopes I drown

Sep 2023 · 63

Blurry visions

Jorge L Echevarria Sep 2023

Blurry visions

My run at the planet
Hasn't gone the way that I planned it
But the seeds I've been planting
Did I reap too soon?
Tarnished a beautiful butterfly
Preemptive from my cocoon
In my womb and in my heart of hearts
I know the endings but can never find the start
Just looking for a place to play my part
Still indulging in the art
Yet this feeling picked apart all of my energy
Creativity at an all time low
Still pretending to be a rapper despite all my efforts
I'm stuck at the start of a zero net worth
Lost connection in a world of Networks
A little more than severed
Here I am lost on another endeavor

Aug 2023 · 570

Life not love

Jorge L Echevarria Aug 2023

Life not love

Love isn't as strong as security
Only one is guaranteed
Time will tell you it's price and fees
Make sure you water the right seeds
If you reap what you sow
May your harvest be plentiful

Jun 2023 · 159

What's inside

Jorge L Echevarria Jun 2023

What's inside

Time keeps chasing, my disguise it wears thin,
Playing the part of one who knows it all, my sin.
But deep down, I'm aware, I know nothing at all,
Won't you open up your mind, let your thoughts befall?

How am I supposed to know,
What's hidden within your soul?
Tell me, enlighten me now,
Guide me, help me understand somehow.
'Cause you're wrapped in doubts, it's clear to see,
Your steps are a pondering walk, mystery.
How am I supposed to know,
Now, how am I supposed to know?

Share with me the secrets that reside in your head,
Illuminate my world with the words you've left unsaid.
I want to lend a hand, be there when you're in need,
But if you keep it all inside, how can I proceed?

How am I supposed to know,
What's hidden within your soul?
Tell me, enlighten me now,
Guide me, help me understand somehow.
'Cause you're wrapped in doubts, it's clear to see,
Your steps are a pondering walk, mystery.
How am I supposed to know,
Now, how am I supposed to know?

What if I tell you, your vision's obscured,
By the habits that keep your thoughts secured?
Let emotion flow, let affliction be revealed,
Break through the barriers, let true understanding be sealed.

How am I supposed to know,
What's hidden within your soul?
Tell me, enlighten me now,
Guide me, help me understand somehow.
'Cause you're wrapped in doubts, it's clear to see,
Your steps are a pondering walk, mystery.
How am I supposed to know,
Now, how am I supposed to know?

How am I supposed to know,
What's hidden within your soul?
Tell me, enlighten me now,
Guide me, help me understand somehow.
'Cause you're wrapped in doubts, it's clear to see,
Your steps are a pondering walk, mystery.
How am I supposed to know,
Now, how am I supposed to know?

Jun 2023 · 60

T.H.A.W. Part II

Jorge L Echevarria Jun 2023

T.H.A.W. Part II

Memories misplaced, relentless they emerge,
Like overgrown weeds, a pain they surge.
Within my heart, a bleeding hole resides,
The remedy lost, nowhere to confide.

Once whole, now burdened by this deep abyss,
Gripping my soul with an ache that persists.
Yearning for restoration, art as my guide,
Time, it's your moment, let healing coincide.

For time, they say, mends wounds so profound,
Not merely masking, but true healing renowned.
So, let the hands of time weave their gentle art,
Stitching together the fragments of my wounded heart.

With each passing moment, with patience and care,
Grant me the solace of a heart repaired.
Time, show your power, let healing commence,
Revive my spirit, restore my lost sense.

For in your embrace lies the balm to soothe,
The remedy sought, the salve to improve.
Heal these wounds, as only you can impart,
Time, fulfill your purpose, mend this broken heart.

Jun 2023 · 55

Flowers part II

Jorge L Echevarria Jun 2023

Flowers part II

Once upon a time, in a world of aspirations,
Lived a garden of dreams, in need of cultivation.
But alas, the flowers there were in a sorry state,
Languishing in darkness, their growth left to fate.

Unwatered and neglected, their petals began to wilt,
Yet no one seemed to notice, their plight remained unbuilt.
The dreams that could bring solace were cast aside,
In shadows they withered, dreams denied.

But one day, a glimmer of hope broke through the gloom,
A flicker of light dispelling the impending doom.
A voice whispered softly, "Turn your escape into an escapade,
Embrace the rain delay, let not your progress fade."

For dreams, like flowers, require time and care,
A process unfolding, step by step, with flair.
The future remains uncertain, like an unwritten tome,
But even in the toughest concrete, flowers find a home.

So when life's heat intensifies, like a sizzling soufflé,
Let ambition guide you, transforming your world's array.
Embrace the journey, let your dreams bloom and sway,
For ambition turns your world into a magnificent bouquet.

Jun 2023 · 68

Eyes

Jorge L Echevarria Jun 2023

Eyes

Eyes, windows to the depths of the soul,
I'm captivated by her gaze, uncontrolled,
A heart dyed blue, an oceanic maze,
Delving into emotions in watery ways.

Navigating currents of her shifting tide,
Decoding the ripples, feelings implied,
Her smile, a knowing grin, mysterious guise,
Diminishing thoughts, making them minimize.

Her voice, a melody that beckons to call,
Endearing names like baby, boo, and all,
It's strange how deeply I'm drawn to this girl,
Her name, unspoken, a secret to unfurl.

She holds secrets within her soulful eyes,
Intriguing and enigmatic, a captivating guise,
Lost in the depths, a longing to explore,
This girl, a enigma, forever I adore.

Jun 2023 · 165

Inward struggles

Jorge L Echevarria Jun 2023

Inward struggles

I've been in my head, a labyrinth of thoughts,
Where time slips through fingers, in battles fought.
No map to guide me, no compass to steer,
Lost in the tangles of a mind filled with fear.

The minutes dance swiftly, like elusive fireflies,
Yet I'm trapped in the shadows, as time slips by.
With each passing moment, I struggle and strive,
But my thoughts entangle, keeping me captive, alive.

In this realm of chaos, where whispers collide,
I'm entwined with distractions, my focus untied.
ADHD's tempest swirls, a relentless storm,
Pulling me deeper, where clarity is the norm.

But still, I resist, fight against the tide,
To break free from this maze, where I often reside.
For within these walls, there's a spark that ignites,
A flame of resilience, burning through the nights.

I gather my strength, search for a way,
To transcend the barriers, to seize the day.
With patience and persistence, I'll forge a new path,
Unravel the knots, and escape from its wrath.

No longer confined, I'll spread my wings wide,
Embrace the world beyond, where dreams coincide.
For though I'm stuck in my head, I'll find release,
And conquer the challenges, find my inner peace.

So, let the clock tick, let time carry on,
I'll unravel the puzzles, till the doubts are gone.
In this battle with self, I'll learn to be free,
A symphony of triumph, where I'm meant to be.

Jun 2023 · 269

Found

Jorge L Echevarria Jun 2023

Found

Enveloping me in your embrace
Securely locked I find solace in your presence
With no escape or avoidance, I am held captive by your gaze
Delving deep into the core of my being
At long last I experience a profound sense of belonging
A tender recognition that allows my soul to be truly seen

Jun 2023 · 79

Seeking

Jorge L Echevarria Jun 2023

Seeking

In realms of thoughts, I'm held captive, you see,
A prisoner of my mind's eternity.
With every dream and fervent aspiration,
I ponder if joy awaits in my narration.

"It's not you, it's me," the words resound,
In solitude's embrace, I'm tightly bound.
A yearning heart seeks happiness anew,
Yet uncertainty shadows what I can pursue.

Amidst life's tapestry, will I find my key?
Unlock the door to a blissful destiny?
I wander, wondering if fate will decree,
A moment's reprieve where my soul can be free.

For dreams may soar on wings of hope's flight,
But reality's grasp may dim their light.
In the realm of possibilities, I yearn to explore,
Discovering solace I've not felt before.

Oh, elusive happiness, my constant desire,
I strive for you, fueled by an inner fire.
Yet the path is obscured, the future unclear,
Leaving me to ponder if your embrace is near.

But still, I persist, with hope as my guide,
Seeking the day when sorrows subside.
Though doubts may plague, I won't let them deter,
For the yearning within me, I will not defer.

So, onward I journey, with doubts in tow,
Amidst the uncertainty, my spirit will grow.
For in this quest for happiness untold,
I'll find my purpose, a story yet to unfold.

Jun 2023 · 146

Cigarette burns remastered

Jorge L Echevarria Jun 2023

Cigarette burns remastered

Cigarettes and friends, so much alike,
Both leave a mark, an addictive strike.

Friends become cigarettes against the skin,
The longer you hold them, darkness creeps in.
Temptation grows, to smoke or see them choke,
Cancer sticks, ignited, a deadly yoke.

Many indulge, finding joy in the haze,
Inhaling warnings, a toxic craze.
Strangers' words are mere sticks and stones,
But with friends, pain accumulates, silently groans.

Deep into the lungs, the heart, the skin,
Friends can harm like cigarettes, buried within.
We smoke our friends, blinded by the wrong,
Forgetting the regret that will come along.

Lungs collapse, hearts fill up with despair,
Friends and cigarettes, both burdens to bear.
Quit cold turkey, but relapses sting,
Anything to escape the toxic clinging.

Friends or cigarettes, a choice to savor,
Both leave a bitter taste, an uncertain flavor.
In this dark dance, where toxicity thrives,
Choose wisely, for your soul to survive.

Jun 2023 · 136

Embarking life's journey

Jorge L Echevarria Jun 2023

Embarking life's journey

In the realm of endless possibilities, I stand,
Yearning for a life of purpose, hand in hand,
No longer content with mere distractions,
I seek a path that ignites my passions.

I cast aside doubts, fears, and hesitation,
Determined to turn dreams into realization,
No jest or jesters in this sacred quest,
I set sail on this voyage, giving it my best.

With unwavering resolve, I take the lead,
A captain of my destiny, fueled by a fiery creed,
Aboard this vessel, I embrace the unknown,
Charting a course to a destiny yet unshown.

Through turbulent tides and stormy seas,
I navigate with courage, the wind as my keys,
The sails unfurled, catching hope's sweet gale,
As I steer towards horizons where dreams prevail.

In the voyage of life, I find my devotion,
In the pursuit of purpose, a newfound potion,
I leave behind the shores of complacency,
Embracing a future filled with audacity.

So, let the waves crash and the currents sway,
I'm determined to make it through, come what may,
For within me burns a passion, fierce and true,
A catalyst for change, a force that will breakthrough.

No more wandering lost, seeking a new start,
I've found my calling, deep within my heart,
With every beat, it whispers a hopeful plea,
"Embrace this journey, and set yourself free."

So, onward I sail, a soul reborn,
With dreams as my compass, fears torn,
For I've chosen to live, to take control,
To write a story of triumph, forever unscroll.

Jun 2023 · 166

Together

Jorge L Echevarria Jun 2023

Together

In the realm of love, there's a sacred space,
Where family resides, their warm embrace.
Guiding us gently, in their steadfast grace,
They look upon us with unwavering face.

Through trials and triumphs, they keep us in place,
Cherished souls who filled our world with embrace.
With wisdom and patience, they showed us the way,
Allowed us to wander, explore and play.

In our times of need, they never receded,
Their love, selfless, and beyond what's conceded.
Through thick and thin, they stood undeterred,
Lending a hand, every burden shared.

For when life grew tough, and stress weighed us down,
Our family's love lifted us from the ground.
They picked up the pieces, with tender care,
Binding our wounds, showing us they're there.

In their presence, we find solace and peace,
A haven of love that will never cease.
For family's embrace, a treasure to hold,
A bond that endures, more valuable than gold.

Jun 2023 · 57

Glass house

Jorge L Echevarria Jun 2023

Glass house

A FOUNDATION MADE OF GLASS, shattered and worn,
A fleeting structure, never meant to adorn.
I embrace the darkness, never to pass,
Opportunity beckons amidst this morbid farce.

From the shards of my past, a story unfolds,
Each fragment, a reminder of secrets untold.
Peering through the wreckage, I seek to find,
The blades of grass on the other side of my mind.

An untimely crash marked our final fight,
The echoes of anger still haunt the night.
You demand my worth, my cash made right,
But now I earn in shadows, a thief in plain sight.

Tequila with a worm, my companion of despair,
I drown in its poison, lost in this snare.
Yearning for power, an eternal plight,
But time mocks my hopes, fading out of sight.

I hope these words reach you in depths unknown,
A soul descending, forever on its own.
Behind bars they may confine, my spirit prevails,
Bursting through the chains, freedom never fails.

Tell the warden, I don't sleep nor rest,
In the realm of creation, I'm forever possessed.
In my mind's battle against relentless bore,
Till the day I... Till the day I seek for more.

Aug 2022 · 74

T.O.Y.

Jorge L Echevarria Aug 2022

T.O.Y.

Didn't know what to think while upside down
Held me down
Just to drown
With a broken heart
Heart on my sleeve
That tends to bleed
When it's love I need
Need I say more
Xsploive lik dre and claymores
Hard to love when your claim your
Done with what we crave most
I stay haunted by ghosts
That like to keep a chokehold
On my soul, heart stays cold
And haunted by the the thought of you

Aug 2022 · 71

Caps locked

Jorge L Echevarria Aug 2022

Caps locked

A FOUNDATION MADE OF GLASS
ALTHOUGH IT WASNT BUILT TO LAST
I DONT EVER WANT TO PASS
ON THE OPPORTUNITY
TO MAKE A STORY
OFF THE SHARDS OF MY PAST
SIFT RIGHT THROUGH TO SEE
THE BLADES OF GRASS
ON THE OTHER SIDE OF
THIS UNTIMELY CRASH
I HAD LAST NIGHT
IT WAS OUR LAST FIGHT
YOU  SAY YOU DONT WANNA
SEE ME TILL I GET MY CASH RIGHT
WELL NOW IM REALLY
EARNIN ****
WHILE I DRINK TEQUILA WITH
THE WORM IN IT
AND  STILL I HOPE TO GAIN
SOME POWERS THAT PERMANANT
BUT ONLY TIME WILL TELL
I HOPE THIS FIND YOU WELL
DEEP DOWN ONE
BUT JUST KNOW  ILL NEVERR FAIL
PUT ME BEHIND BARS
THEN IM BUSTING OUT OF JAIL
GO AND TELL THE WARDEN
I DONT SLEEP
I STAY RECORDING
IN MY MIND IM FIGHTING BOREDOM
TILL THE DAY I...
TILL THE DAY I...

Aug 2022 · 55

be-leaver

Jorge L Echevarria Aug 2022

be-leaver

You say that you always believe in me
then how come you always be leaving me
heard all the excuses from A to Z
the truth is something id pay to see
hold up now im just being honest
loyalty's something that shouldnt be promised
Let's work on this life like an overdue project
taking some time to fall in love with the process
get away from the people thats holding you back
they had a chance now you tell em too bad
investing the time you would normally lack
improving your future to keep it intact
know that this **** could be gone in a flash
i got no time to sit back and relax
steadily moving just getting some cash
itching for it like im getting a rash
over the counter i stay getting the cream
even if things are not what they seem
i still gotta scheme saying full steam ahead
most of my bars wont go over your head
think about em
when you laying in bed
tip of my tongue all the words never said
guess imma put em in verses instead
wishing me luck like I would break a leg

Aug 2022 · 82

Funny colors

Jorge L Echevarria Aug 2022

Funny colors

My life
hit the pipe
like kaleidoscope
I light
to ignite
till I feel the smoke
1 slow exhale
then repeat the quote
Im living real good
I dont need to gloat
Know there's gotta be a reason though
appeasing those
people that seasonal
and even though
their roads
dont lead to rome
in my mind every dream is achievable
can you wait outside
like I need a few
everything I see is beautiful
from ya head to your toe and your cuticle
dont wanna stop till I see the views
with my name in electric hues
got it now that theres no excuse
line up goals then I execute
Always love the people that are next to you

Aug 2022 · 67

Mistaking my mistakes

Jorge L Echevarria Aug 2022

Mistaking my mistakes

How am I supposed to know
That you needed room to grow
I wish we could have talked about it
Before the day you decided to go ghost
Everything I touch feels so cold
With all of my friendships on froze
The mistakes were mine to make
It was you over them i regret what I chose
Not even around you left this hole
Fighting more demons to gain control
Creatures of habit love roles that are tragic
My life is a movie you made it a classic

Aug 2022 · 186

D.O.

Jorge L Echevarria Aug 2022

D.O.

The best things in life ain't bought
Even if I never have a lot
All the problems I used to have, forgot
This is how I feel on my day off

Aug 2022 · 196

The Inevitable

Jorge L Echevarria Aug 2022

The Inevitable

Million things in my life that I would rather do
Here I am sitting in a room in front of you
Looking in your eyes hoping things would be different
Like love had a queue to go on but we missed it
Bout time for time for us to start going our separate ways
Time heals all wounds now I'm counting down all the days
Not enough on this calendar but that's how it goes
Guess everything that glitters isn't meant to be gold
Time goes on so you'll never lose your way
Street lights came on now you got no time to play
What You're telling me is I was the only one afraid
Not to let you go
I'm afraid I wouldn't chase
I'm just a memory
Do you remember me?
I remember you were stealing all my empathy
Said you wanted change
Well change is what I'll do
I do it for me
I wasn't good enough for you

I will be making this poem into a little music piece, stay tuned and remember to come back when I re-release it with a link to my Tiktok where I post all my music.

Jun 2022 · 252

Flowers grow

Jorge L Echevarria Jun 2022

Flowers grow

Can't get your flowers with no ambition
Stay watered, make good decisions
Hard to grow if your dream's in the dark
That keep on wilting
You pay them no mind
To bring you peace
With your dreams rooted in some shade
Turn your escape into an escapade
Never give up on a rain delay
Don't let it sway
The progress you make today
There's a reason it's called a process
These things take time and steps
And what happens next
Ain't set in stone
But even flowers grow
From beneath your feet
Through the cracks of the toughest concrete
So if you feel the heat like a soufflé
Ambition turns your world into a bouquet

Jun 2022 · 238

HFD

Jorge L Echevarria Jun 2022

HFD

Happy Fathers day to those that celebrate
I've been preserving the day I'll one day
Demonstrate as a Father in cellophane
To keep it fresh
No dad around so my Mom gets a double check
year round for being everything I never had

Jun 2022 · 81

Making

Jorge L Echevarria Jun 2022

Making

I just want to hold your hand forever
Stormy weather meet my umbrella
I promise I'm a decent fella
I just fella into a hole I'm climbing out though
tucked in the smallest of alcove
where no one could see me down bad
practically at my worst
All out of tears and can't quench my thirst
Until i met you
who knew it would sound cliché
Still not caring if I have to say it anyway
its not about the words
or the action
I couldn't imagine like dragons
but this radios about to be active

Jun 2022 · 77

light of mine

Jorge L Echevarria Jun 2022

light of mine

This little light of mine went dim on the shine
A twinkle that wasn't ready to show
or ready to glow
Feel like I let myself go
into a place I never imagined
but a promise is a promise so I'm
Bound to make it happen
with real reactions in my time and space
some fear has to be stared right in the face
or face the fact you've got nothing to lose
only everything to gain
that comes only with the pain
and every inch of rain
You feel on your fragile skin
Emotional walls condemned
I wouldn't let them in
even late night like letterman
I just wanna be me again
I'm waiting for my story to begin
even this late in life
I found my wife
A true ride or tie
That now her myself and I
To stand the test of time
Till my ready to shine
oh this little light of mine

Jun 2022 · 86

Rainforest

Jorge L Echevarria Jun 2022

Rainforest

I can stand the rain
but cant stand some change
I liked how things were
But that way of thinking is worse
in my bag with the opening zipped up
couldn't breathe
not enough room to hiccup
but broken pieces always get picked up
because they have to
cant go on in life being half you
but I'm going nots like cashew
kicked out the fast food
now bad moves
lead me to add to
the things I've yet to change

some rhymes and light story

Jun 2022 · 83

Drowning

Jorge L Echevarria Jun 2022

Drowning

I keep trying to swim but know I'm drowning
I'm in debt for what seems like thousands
of leagues under the sea
All I want is to breathe but
feels like this pressure has a hold on me
Like a grasp that looks like the hand that feeds
I can feel its greed but still feel the need to bite that hand

Apr 2022 · 406

Vibes

Jorge L Echevarria Apr 2022

Vibes

Empath I feel the vibes
That can't be described
So grab my hand and feel my energy
Live vicariously through me
When you feel uncertain
Know inside we are all still hurting
From the feelings we think we can't let out
You're not a let down but please let down your hair
Stress will turn them Grey
Know it's okay not to be okay

Feb 2022 · 62

DTMTYLM

Jorge L Echevarria Feb 2022

DTMTYLM

Don't tell me that you love me
I don't like that ****
So I bite my lip
And I hold my tongue
For the things you said
Made me feel so dumb
And My heart so cold
Never been so numb
What did i do to you?
What are you running from?

Oct 2021 · 82

Temporary

Jorge L Echevarria Oct 2021

Temporary

You got a life
And so do I
Reasons keeping us apart and I'm always asking
why?

Am I only temporary?
Are we chill?
Do you only like me when you have time to ****?

How am I here without the ones I wanna keep so close
People that check on me and help me smile the most
Even a clown needs a break to breakdown

I don't need anyone make me happy
But I can't be a romantic if I can't be sappy
Just an untapped tree
With roots oh, so, *****

Twisted like the silence swirling echoes in my head
Emptiness like indents of where you used to sleep
Secrets we'll have until we're dead
Surrounded by promises no one plans to keep

Too many feelings got me feeling temporary

Jul 2021 · 106

How much

Jorge L Echevarria Jul 2021

How much

Are you willing to take but not give?
100% perspective
Can you give and not expect anything in return
Respect among favors and friendship earned
Show me the level of your appreciation
An even 50/50 split reciprocation

Jul 2021 · 204

What is REAL

Jorge L Echevarria Jul 2021

What is REAL

Am I real?
Is real my expectations?
Realistically setting goals to create a strong foundation
Realizing somethings in the world just can't be changed
Inside myself there's unexplained
Mysteries as to why I can't contain
My bleeding heart because when it rains
It pours and that's real
Real close to home and where it hits
Under trees sufficed in mist
I can't miss and opportunity to grow
Late night words to let you know
When my pen hits paper
I develop a flavor
and find a way to feed my soul

Jun 2021 · 225

V's

Jorge L Echevarria Jun 2021

V's

Viral Vixens Vicariously Vigilant
Venturing through Vibes and Visions

Jun 2021 · 81

Hiding

Jorge L Echevarria Jun 2021

Hiding

The walk is long, but my drink is iced
Drowning to the hands of my own device
With time to **** on my walk tonight
I hope my music blocks out the light
A lifetime of wandering and no path to follow
My inner self I seem to swallow

May 2021 · 189

Ghost

Jorge L Echevarria May 2021

Ghost

I feel like a ghost
Am I even here?
If I said a word
Would YOU even hear?
Learning magic tricks
Watch me disappear
Had your chance to find me
Now I'm living in your head

Just a memory
Do you remember me?
I remember you were stealing all my empathy
Said that you want change
Change is what I'll do
I do it for me
I wasn't good enough for YOU

Feb 2021 · 458

Hmm

Jorge L Echevarria Feb 2021

Hmm

There's no one out here influencing me
And the people I look up to
I dont even see

Jan 2021 · 105

An update of rhymes

Jorge L Echevarria Jan 2021

An update of rhymes

Spread my wings so I can fly I'm not done exploring
Every time I reach new heights when I'm only soaring
Retrace the skyline for the things I've missed
Eyes get blurry peering through the mist
Skin golden brown I stay sun kissed

Dec 2020 · 91

Grateful

Jorge L Echevarria Dec 2020

Grateful

This year I found some inner peace
Holding onto my sanity if only a piece
Never smile but always say cheese

Smiling more than ever is my new past time
Thanks to the friends who are my family
It feels like a crime to hide the way they help me shine

So bright, I remember I can see in the dark
My paths been illuminated but only about 6 feet
Enough to take a few steps and see where it takes me

I wanted to be taken away to a place I've never been
But I dream of those places and it drives me insane
That it took me this long to switch lanes

Missed a few exits along the way but never looked back
Each new path led me to infinity
and beyond this boxed vicinity
I get back on track

Dec 2020 · 78

TMA

Jorge L Echevarria Dec 2020

TMA

Take me away take me away take me away
I need the time I need the space I need the change
Holding me back slowing the pace I've gone insane
Stuck in a loop I wait my turn I play the game

Nov 2020 · 68

Andrew W.

Jorge L Echevarria Nov 2020

Andrew W.

Some claim flavorless
A dish that is best served cold
Welcome, Mariners Revenge

Nov 2020 · 82

Divina

Jorge L Echevarria Nov 2020

Divina

Looking for me to clean up your mess
Never keeping an eye on my best interest
When I invest myself in you it truly hurts
to find out the value of what I'm worth
A few tears I'll shed but not on you
Just for how long I played the fool

Nov 2020 · 118

Costs

Jorge L Echevarria Nov 2020

Costs

Nothing is meant to last

Flick to renew this tattered ash

Preservation costs in cash

Just a little longer

Pennies for my thoughts