‘I was lost
but now I am free’
shrieked the madman
hiding behind the tree.
Hair matted
gimlet eyes
screeching about end times.
I have watched him.
His mathematics
calculations
ruminations
formulas only he understands
as he tries so hard to discover
the date of the last day
when the world shall die.
I have seen…..
Many a fascinating strange thing.
Many a wicked frightening thing.
None of which
captured my attention
like the madman.
Sitting upon desert sands
blown upon grass so green
I watch
waiting
wondering what shall be.
‘You are the menace.
You are the demon.
You are the downfall of all men.’
I looked around
wondering
to whom he spoke.
It was I.
None other dared to be close
save for myself
the very malodor of him
a tangible taste upon the tongue.
I waggled my fingers
a sardonic grin
twisting my lips
as he stood
imploring
begging
beseeching
help to arrive
to defend him from the She-Demon.
The one who did not belong.
January 8/19
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A single hard working mom of a soon to be teenage son. A poet and story teller I have wanted to write since I was a child. This space is where I share stories about myself and my life and the creative poetry that stirs my soul. My hope is you will pull up a chair and a cup of coffee delving into the world that I offer and you find simple enjoyment for a few moments.
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You do this so well, Jay!
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Thank you. 💓😊
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My pleasure! 😊💞
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I mean.. it’s ook….. 😏😁😝
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What is ook?
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A drawn out ok 😁
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Ha ha ha
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*teehee*
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😂😂😂😂😂
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I’m picking on you J…
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No problem. I was working lol
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See! I came back!
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And I have to go back to work. Lol
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😝
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Beautiful 💕
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Thank you so much. I am glad you enjoyed.
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I just read this poem while the song ” girls like you”playings in the background.
I could really concentrate.
Soo now you know what a piece of work it was.
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Thank you. 😊
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