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In the soft light of morning, you share your grace,
A friend and a guide, a warm embrace.
With laughter like sunshine, you brighten my days,
In moments of darkness, you light up the ways.

With wisdom like rivers, you flow through my mind,
In stories and lessons, your heart’s always kind.
You cheer me in triumphs, you stand by my side,
In joy and in sorrow, you’re my steadfast guide.

Your hands weave magic in simple, small things,
From comfort in sorrow to joy that joy brings.
You know all my secrets, my dreams and my fears,
In laughter and sorrow, you've shared all the years.

Together we've wandered through paths yet unknown,
In gardens of friendship, our roots have been sown.
You’re like my mother, my best friend, in every way bright,
With you in my corner, the world feels just right.
49 · Apr 14
PARADOX OF RAGE
The fire within, a simmering heat,
A slow burn building, bitter and sweet.
My rage, a paradox, a twisted thing,
Born from hurt, yet comfort it can bring.

A wall it builds, a fortress strong,
Protecting a heart where shadows throng.
But in its grip, a chilling frost,
A lonely vigil, dearly embossed.

It whispers lies, of power and might,
A twisted justice, blinding the light.
It paints a picture, sharp and bold,
Of wrongs unrighted, stories untold.

This fury, a river, wild and deep,
Carries me onward, secrets to keep.
Secrets of sorrow, buried and deep,
That fester and bloom while others sleep.

It's a shield I raise, against the sting
Of words unsaid, and wounds that cling.
A roaring engine, fueled by despair,
A desperate cry, lost on the air.

But in its fury, a hollow sound,
A lonely echo, on barren ground.
For rage consumes, it burns and it bites,
Leaving only ashes, in desolate nights.

I crave release, a gentle hand,
To soothe the tempest, across the land.
To quell the fire, to still the storm,
And find a peace, safe and warm.

Yet fear holds back, a silent plea,
That vulnerability will shatter me.
So the rage remains, a bitter friend,
A paradox of pain, without end.

It builds me up, then tears me down,
A crown of thorns, a thorny crown.
A shadowed dance, a lonely plight,
Lost in the darkness, without a light.

The paradox deepens, a cruel design,
The fire I crave, it's not truly mine.
It's a borrowed power, a borrowed might,
A fading ember, in the fading light.

I yearn for calmness, a tranquil state,
To break the chains, before it's too late.
To understand the source, the bitter root,
And tame the beast, before it's consumed me to boot.

But the anger lingers, a constant guest,
A troubled spirit, never at rest.
A silent battle, fought within,
The paradox of rage, where does it begin?
And where, oh where, will it ever end?
The question haunts, a bitter blend.
Of hurt and anger, fear and pride,
The raging tempest, deep inside.
FAKE People VS REAL People

Fake smiles, a painted guise,
Real laughter in their eyes.
Fake promises, light as air,
Real actions show they care.

Fake stories, spun with ease,
Real truths found beneath the trees.
Fake friendships, a shallow game,
Real loyalty, a burning flame.

Fake comfort, a fleeting touch,
Real empathy means so much.
Fake concern, a hollow sound,
Real help when trouble's found.

Fake perfection, a tiring mask,
Real flaws in every task.
Fake acceptance, conditional and cold,
Real embrace, a story to be told.

Fake emotions, a practiced art,
Real feelings straight from the heart.
Fake strength, a fragile show,
Real courage starts to grow.

Fake agreement, heads that nod,
Real opinions, shared with God.
Fake kindness, meant to please,
Real compassion brings you ease.

Fake lives, a mirrored dream,
Real moments more than they seem.
Fake facades, they soon will fall,
Real character stands tall.

Fake people vanish with the breeze,
Real friends remain with ease.
Fake is fleeting, short and frail,
Real is lasting, without fail.
45 · Apr 14
Thirty-four
In the quiet dawn where dreams are spun,
A tapestry of life, a race begun,
At thirty-four, I pause to see,
The chapters written, the man in me.

Once a boy with stars in my eyes,
Chasing shadows and whispering sighs,
Each page a canvas, stories unfold,
Of laughter and lessons, both timid and bold.

Childhood whispers in the breeze,
The sweetness of summers, the rustling trees,
In fields of green, I danced with the sun,
Innocence gathered, I was still young.

Then came the storms, those teenage years,
With laughter and heartache, hopes mixed with fears,
The clash of emotions, a rush to belong,
Finding my voice in a world that felt wrong.

A seeker of truths, of passions untamed,
In the realm of confusion, I often felt shamed,
Yet friendships were forged in the fire of doubt,
In late-night confessions, the silence would shout.

Into the wild world, I set forth my sail,
Chasing ambitions on a curious trail,
With dreams in my pocket, and courage in hand,
I ventured through valleys, I wandered the land.

Study and struggle, the weight of the grind,
The quest for my purpose, too often maligned,
But in the pursuit, I discovered the key,
That every setback was shaping the me.

Now here at thirty-four, I compile my thoughts,
Reflecting on battles and lessons I've sought,
The bonds that I've woven, the bridges I've burned,
The paths that I've taken, for wisdom I've yearned.

Love came softly, a whispering breeze,
In the warmth of connection, I found my peace,
Through laughter and heartstrings, through moments we share,
The beauty of partnership, a journey laid bare.

As father or brother, as son or a friend,
Each role intertwines, as rivers, they bend,
In the fabric of life, we're threads tightly sewn,
Through joys and through sorrows, we're never alone.

And as the years shift, like leaves in the fall,
I gather my stories, I cherish them all,
With each passing chapter, the man that I grow,
A tapestry richer, more vibrant, and slow.

So here's to the moments that shaped who I am,
To the chapters still waiting, I'm ready to stand,
At thirty-four, I embrace what's to be,
For life is a journey, and I’m learning to see.
40 · Apr 14
SICK FROM REALITY
Sick from reality, I wander alone,
In a world painted gray, where shadows are grown,
The sun seems to hide, its warmth out of reach,
And dreams slip away like grains on the beach.

Every day feels a struggle, a climb up a hill,
Where laughter is fleeting, and time seems to stand still.
The faces around me, they pass like a stream,
Each lost in their thoughts, each lost in a dream.

I scroll through the headlines that scream in despair,
The weight of the worries is too much to bear.
A dance of dilemmas, a waltz of the stale,
Where hope is a whisper and joy starts to pale.

I sit on the corner, my heart feeling heavy,
While memories linger like weeds in a levy.
The hunger for kindness, the thirst for embrace,
Is buried beneath all the fear we can trace.

The city is bustling, its pulse in my veins,
Yet I feel like a ghost, a part of the chains.
Moments of beauty slip by in a blur,
As I search for the meaning in what we endure.

And sometimes I wonder, what life could have been,
If laughter was louder, if love reigned within.
But whispers of worries drowned out the sweet song,
In a world that feels weary, where so much feels wrong.

So I dream of a garden, where colors run wild,
Where peace holds the hands of each lost little child.
A place where the heartache can finally mend,
And the world isn't sick, but healing can blend.

I’ll breathe in the silence, let shadows take flight,
Replace all the sorrow with whispers of light.
For maybe reality isn’t just pain,
But a chance to find beauty that shines through the rain.

With eyes opened wider, I’ll step from the dusk,
Embrace the connection, the love and the trust.
Though sick from reality, I’ll stand and I’ll fight,
To find in this chaos, a flicker of light.

So here’s to the moments, both bitter and sweet,
To the dance we are sharing, the hearts that will meet.
For even when weary, we gather the thread,
And weave through the darkness, with hope up ahead.
34 · Apr 23
CANCER
Cancer, a word that breathes such flame.
It touches lives, both young and old,
A story whispered, yet untold.

The body fights, a weary war,
Against a foe that's at the core.
Cells divide, a rapid spread,
Leaving behind a path of dread.

But hope remains, a flickering light,
A guiding star in darkest night.
Doctors strive with skillful hand,
To heal and help across the land.

Treatment starts, a taxing road,
With strength and courage, burdens load.
Supportive hearts lend helping hand,
Together, make a noble stand.

Though fear may linger, love is near,
To dry the tears and quell the fear.
A journey tough, but not alone,
Until the seeds of health are sown.
34 · Apr 14
DREAMING OF TODAY
In the silence of the morning light,
When dreams wane softly into sight,
I wander through a gentle haze,
Embracing all the simple ways.

The world awakens, fresh and new,
As colors burst, a vivid hue,
Each moment, like a fleeting song,
Reminds me where my heart belongs.

I dream of today, the sun's warm glow,
The laughter shared, the ebb and flow,
Through each hour, a treasure found,
In whispers soft, in love's sweet sound.

With every step, the path unfolds,
A story waiting to be told,
From bustling streets to quiet nooks,
In fleeting glances and borrowed books.

The breeze carries the scent of cheer,
As time encircles those held dear,
Each friendly face and cheerful call,
Guides my spirit to rise and fall.

I dream of today in every breath,
The pulse of life, the dance with death,
For moments shared are threads that weave,
A tapestry of all we believe.

The skies may change, the seasons shift,
Yet in my heart, time’s gift is swift,
A fleeting glance, a soft goodnight,
Paints dreams anew with morning light.

So here I stand, with arms outstretched,
Embracing moments I’ve often etched,
In memories bright and laughter's sway,
Forever dreaming of today.

In the stillness that the evening brings,
My soul takes flight on whispered wings,
For as I ponder, as I play,
I find my heart still dreaming of today.
Why did you take my mom away,
On a soft and quiet day?
The sun was bright, the sky was blue,
And we had so much left to do.

She laughed with me, her smile so wide,
A gentle heart, my trusty guide.
With every story, every song,
She taught me where I did belong.

But shadows crept and took their claim,
A whispering wind, a haunting name.
I grasped her hand, I held it tight,
Yet fate decided to dim the light.

The world feels colder, the nights are long,
Without her presence, it feels so wrong.
Each empty chair, each silent room,
Echoes of laughter now lead to gloom.

I wander through the halls of time,
With memories sweet, yet bittersweet rhyme.
Her garden blooms, but I can’t see,
The magic she would bring to me.

Why did you take my mom, oh why?
Did you not see the tears we cry?
The love she gave, the warmth she shared,
In every moment, she truly cared.

Though pain wraps around my heart so tight,
I search for strength in the fading light.
For every lesson she left behind,
In my heart’s garden, her love I find.

I carry her laughter, her gentle grace,
In every corner of my space.
Though her hand is gone from mine to hold,
Her spirit dances, a story told.

So take my sorrow, the weight of loss,
Yet in my heart, she’s never tossed.
For as long as I can breathe and see,
Her love will always be part of me.

With every star that lights the night,
I feel her whisper, soft and bright.
A guide, a beacon, shining above,
Reminding me always, of her endless love.

Why did you take my mom away?
In every sunset, I find a way.
To cherish the moments, the time we had,
To honor her spirit, to make her glad.

And though I miss her every day,
In my heart's song, she'll always play.
For love is stronger than any goodbye,
And in my soul, she'll never die.
26 · 1d
Problematic
A tangled thread, a twisted vine,
Problematic thoughts entwine.
A shadow falls, a darkened hue,
What feels so wrong, yet rings so true?

A whispered word, a silent glance,
A fragile step in a risky dance.
The questions rise, the answers fade,
In fields of doubt, a choice is made.

A heavy heart, a troubled mind,
Solutions sought, yet hard to find.
The path ahead, unclear and steep,
Where promises are hard to keep.

A broken trust, a shattered dream,
Things aren’t always as they seem.
The surface calm, the depths unseen,
A complex puzzle, sharp and keen.

A clouded sky, a stormy sea,
Problematic, for all to see.
The moral compass starts to spin,
Where does the right thing truly begin?

A tangled web, a sticky mess,
A situation under stress.
The lines are blurred, the colors blend,
Hoping for a better end.

A weary soul, a searching eye,
Beneath the surface, truths may lie.
Problematic burdens weigh,
Until a brighter, clearer day.

— The End —