Apology Poem #3

To my little sister,



I was turning eighteen, jus t a few weeks left. I was on the home stretch
and I thought I was doing well. I had put it out of my head and just wanted
to put up with it. I had to be strong, I didn’t want to leave. I had to stay here
for him. I knew how upset he’d be if I’d left. But I couldn’t do it, I don’t think
they’ll ever understand.

When I left I came to live with mom, I don’t know if you remember the day.
I always wanted to be here with you but I didn’t think I had it in me. I do now.
I want to be here to support you and to be on your side. You’re so young,
I didn’t want you to be here all alone. But here’s the thing, I owe you an apology.
I was so selfish; I didn’t want to leave him to come here. Here, not much of a home,
But it was where you are. Someone needed to be on your side to be here to protect you.

Since she doesn’t do a good job, you had to stick up for yourself for so long. She’s so
Much bigger then you are, I don’t know how long you’ve been able to be strong.
You’re only six years old and you never fought back. Don’t worry I’m here now.
I’ll stick up for you and make sure your voice is heard. I’m just sorry I wasn’t here
Sooner. It’s gotten bad, the way she raises her voice, but you’re not alone anymore.

You’ve got me and a few other people here now. You’ll never be alone as long
As I’m alive. A little girl so fragile and unaware of the real world. Someone needs
To be there to protect you and I swear as your older sister I’ll always be here.
No matter what happens in your future, good or bad. You can always count on me.

Benediction Poem

A Stroke of Good Fortune


Learn that you cannot command things.
There will always be road blocks,
But it is your job to overcome them.
Don’t let a bump in the road misguide you.

Stay focused on the path that you want to follow.
Remember your weaknesses and improve
With every chance you get.
Be daring and brave with the unknown.

No one person can overcome destiny,
But you all have the power to write what you choose.
Embrace the good times and the bad.
Remember to make the decisions that you want and
To always follow your heart.

Anger Poem

Fraudulent Trickster

You’re gone again; you’ve left me waiting for you.
A quick phone call. You excused yourself like you always do.
I am a women and like any women I know what your doing.
Your tricks and games that you play. I’ve caught on.
I’ve seen that hidden smile and twinkle in your eye,
The way that your secret conversation brings you such pleasure.

Two wrongs don’t make a right, and when your gone and I lay in bed at night alone
I think of you. And the person who your probably laying with instead of me.
I’ve played it out in my head. Why is she so much better then me? What qualities does she posses that makes you love her more then me? I’ve blame myself and for what purpose? To make me feel like I did something wrong? Or to make you look like your not the sinful man that you truly are.

You will not lay in bed with me no more.
You my dear have slept next to me for the last time.
No longer will I be put on the back burner so you can sneak around town.
You want to run with the bulls, and you want to sip wine with other women.
If you want to be free then I will set you free.
I have cut the ties that keep you attached to me.

Go away stray dog, this is not your home and I will not feed you any longer.
This bed that you have made full of lies is one I hope your proud of.
I will not give in to you like I have in the past.
With your sweet warm dark eyes and your heart melting smile.
You can go blind; you can loose all your teeth.
I see through you, and all I see when I look at you is nothing.

Nonexistent is what you have become to me.
It’s not like you were really here anyways, your heart and your mind
Always wandered away from me. I don’t know the person that you have become but I can tell you this.
I hate you,
I despise you.
You no god self absorbed sad excuse for a man!

Ring.

Not now, now is not the time for interruptions.
My mother, why is she calling me.
No mom I do not have time for this.
He’s doing it again, he’s out there.
I cannot sit here and talk to you.
I have to go, I don’t know what I will do.
Leave me alone mother!
Goodbye.

A man, at least what you wish to be.
Just a boy playing dress up is what you really are.
Immature child, you really had me fooled.
Consider this game over.
You can find yourself a new other.

I will do the same. I will find another too.
Someone more significant and only one.
One, a number you can not comprehend.
Selfish bastard, rot in hell.
I hope that arms that hold you at night keep you warm.
I hope she can make you laugh and smile like you did with me.

You said you could never find another one like me.
Have you?
Did you really find another woman as good as me?
Or someone better?

I wonder if you have thought about me when you’re with them.
I don’t even think you thought of me.
Never considered my feelings.
Monogamy is something I believe in.
But you can’t keep it in your pants long enough to even say I love you.
You’re always out the door running.

Scared foolish little boy.
You can search forever because you will never find another one like me.
I am only one of its kind,
And this rare jewel is finished with you.

Toothless
Tommy Taylor Thomas so happy and true.
Always told his toothbrush adieu.
Enjoys eating candy and sweets.
Slowly his teeth deplete.
Full of guck and grim
He never even brushed before bedtime.

One day Tommy Taylor Thomas will learn.
Never to enjoy mouthwashes burn.
Everyday another bon bon and twix
He’ll never know what the tooth fairy’s got in her bag of tricks

He ate candy by the bucket.
Even importing candy from Nantucket.
His tummy would toss and turn.
Maybe one day Tommy Taylor Thomas will learn.

Another stomach ache and upset stomach later.
His mouth started slowly turning into a moon crater.
Gaps in his gums started to form.
The tear drops from his eyes caused a storm.

Tommy Taylor Thomas once a happy child.
Now toothless, Tommy Taylor Thomas never smiled.
It was a little too late for Tommy Taylor Thomas.
Hopefully you will never break the brushing your teeth promise.

Crayon Poem

Shared Memories

A place in time.
New house, new home.
New family, thrown together.
Bumps in the night,
An unexpected visitor.
Memories to tell,
Forcing those to listen.

Awake, in a familiar place.
Home or was it?
Little girl dark hair, big brown eyes.
Playing like any little girl.
Thud
Bang
Unaware of what’s coming.
Frozen, trapped in her memory.

A man appears tall, thing, square face.
Dark piercing eyes filled with rage.
Bang
Little girl is frightened, trying to hide.
The skeleton thin man grabs her.
Grasps her little body by the neck.
His face so twisted and dark.
Demented dark eyes locked on the girls.

A sudden scream and silence.

Awake, on my green coach sweating in a panic.
Little girl warns them now and again.
Not alone, he’s here too. Lurking in the shadows
Trying every night unexpectedly.

“Beware,” she warns.

A dream, a nightmare. It’s our reality.
The little girl with red eyes waits to play.
Just wanting a friend, warns with flicking lights.

“Beware, I’m Elizabeth and I may not always play nice.” She cautions.
Her memory shared and linked with us forever.
Mysterious man hides in the back of the house,
Leaving room for the little girl to roam.
Bleeding eyes,
Nightmares.
Slamming doors,
Cool breezes.
Scratches and whispers.
Everyday they remind everyone,



We are here, this is our home.
We want you out.
Welcome new play things.
Don’t be frightened.

Sincerely,



Your invisible companion.

Peasant Wedding Poem

Emma:

Ever since I’ve come here I have been an outsider.
Lost in a sea of twirling, soar feet and big egos.
Back home I was the best, but now I’m just the
ugly duckling in a twisted version of Swans Lake.
Everyone thought I’d make it far, and be the best.
Well, I’m here. I think it looked better the brochure.
Too many attitudes, secrets overshadow my ability to be happy.
I am happy for the opportunity, but most others here could careless.
Surrounded by rich kids with their noses in the air.
I wish I could high kick them in the face, I’d laugh at least.

I try really hard, but Mr. Hibiki Hideyoshi doesn’t notice.
He’s too busy being consumed by the movements and grace
of Aailyah’s body. How disgusting, a man of his age.
Ignoring the rest of us, for her; just because of her.
Word’s can not describe how much she aggravates me.
All I want is to fit in and achieve the level of greatness
that I know I am destined for. This has been my dream, but
what kind of dream is this? One where everyone backstabs
and smiles deceitfully. After being at this school for a while
I have met Aailyah, undecided on whether I liked her or not.
She was aware of our teachers gawking problem, but our
Teacher was the best, and she wanted to be the best.
I admired her in that way, she had drive and tolerance.
.
I started to think that I wasn’t so alone in this big city.
A southern lady like me was not knowledgeable of these streets.
While stumbling the streets after class I ran into a girl who
was in my class. I slammed the door and she screamed so loud
I almost wet myself. Her shriek could of made glass break, it
sounded as if she saw a plane about to crash into the earth.
She was petrified. I couldn’t help myself I laughed, and oddly enough
she did too. A newly found friendship was formed that day.
Sue was her name and being a tom boy was her game. She hated
the enormous skirts of our tutus and the feminine ties around our waists.
She was unusual and unlike anyone I’ve ever met. Which is probably
Why we became such magnificent friends. Newly found friendships,
I ended up not being as alone as I thought. After opening my eyes
I saw what remarkable dancers everyone was. I was being challenged,
but I challenged myself harder than any teacher could.

Intelligence Test Poem

Betrayl

I'll breath fire,
where you stand.
Trapping you into
a corner.
You'll eat bullets,
from the barrel of
my shotgun.
Try and hide,
you won't get very far.
My ax will brush in
between your teeth.
Cleaning in-between the lies
that you've told.