Submissions by Gahddess_Worship
POEMS AND SHORT STORIES
Poet Introduction Writing poetry is the catalyst in my quest for authenticity and the conduit through which I express my deepest thoughts and emotions.
OBSERVATIONAL POEM
Published
20th Jul 2021 3:28am
20th Jul 2021 3:28am
21st Century Pantomime
Thought filled lips moving
cyber-crowd gesticulates
hey, you are on mute!
cyber-crowd gesticulates
hey, you are on mute!
#LifeStruggles
#silence
#funny #dialogue
#funny #dialogue
26 reads
11 Comments
SELF POEM
Published
2nd Jul 2021 3:28am
2nd Jul 2021 3:28am
Raging Aging
For my mid age
I'm not too shabby
a few extra pounds
proach'n Sumo flabby
the big thin
begins tomorrow
of this I am resolute
till then, with sorrow
I'll shelve the Speedo swimsuit
Still a man of steel
with a pillow-soft feel
hey you, Father Time!
are you look'n to tussle?
'cause underneath
the fat hides serious muscle
how's about we engage
in a cage match, ten rounds
I'll knock you flat
KABAM! You'll hit the mat
so take that!
you cruel chronographer
Après la bataille
I Mr....
I'm not too shabby
a few extra pounds
proach'n Sumo flabby
the big thin
begins tomorrow
of this I am resolute
till then, with sorrow
I'll shelve the Speedo swimsuit
Still a man of steel
with a pillow-soft feel
hey you, Father Time!
are you look'n to tussle?
'cause underneath
the fat hides serious muscle
how's about we engage
in a cage match, ten rounds
I'll knock you flat
KABAM! You'll hit the mat
so take that!
you cruel chronographer
Après la bataille
I Mr....
#happiness
#funny
#LifeCycle #aging
#LifeCycle #aging
36 reads
4 Comments
LOVE POEM
Published
24th May 2021 7:44pm
24th May 2021 7:44pm
Senryu: Ageless Perplexity
What is real, true love?
Does it burst in or sneak up?
By rules ungoverned
Does it burst in or sneak up?
By rules ungoverned
#love
#FallingInLove
#admiration #LookingForLove
#admiration #LookingForLove
105 reads
8 Comments
UPBEAT INSPIRATIONAL POEM
Published
19th May 2021 11:18pm
19th May 2021 11:18pm
Hairesy
Dark brown mane speckled gray
each melanin depleted strand
not simply evincing age
but observable symbols,
medals of valor
awarded for perseverance
amid trials, pain, and grief
merit marks of intense ecstasy
every patch of silvery hair
containing wisdom
sage advice
born of and nurtured by
lived experiences
each melanin depleted strand
not simply evincing age
but observable symbols,
medals of valor
awarded for perseverance
amid trials, pain, and grief
merit marks of intense ecstasy
every patch of silvery hair
containing wisdom
sage advice
born of and nurtured by
lived experiences
#happiness
#LifeStruggles
#uplifting
#LifeCycle
#aging
85 reads
13 Comments
UPBEAT INSPIRATIONAL POEM
Published
18th May 2021 8:52pm
18th May 2021 8:52pm
Senryu-Triptych: News From Around the Grove
Sweet succulent globe
born of divine fragranced bloom
citrus obsession
Fond memory slice
super Soccer halftime snack
thirst quenching delight
Icy orange jacket
creamy vanilla center
hot Summer dream team
Image: Free-to-use photo found on Pexels and taken by Maria Orlova
born of divine fragranced bloom
citrus obsession
Fond memory slice
super Soccer halftime snack
thirst quenching delight
Icy orange jacket
creamy vanilla center
hot Summer dream team
Image: Free-to-use photo found on Pexels and taken by Maria Orlova
#happiness
#nature
#food #memories
#food #memories
75 reads
8 Comments
EROTIC POEM
Published
11th May 2021 3:38pm
11th May 2021 3:38pm
Senryu - First Sensual Stirring
Sweet nymph, spread your wings
descend, upon these lips alight
Aphrodite's perch
descend, upon these lips alight
Aphrodite's perch
#happiness
#love
#romantic
#sex
#nature
132 reads
8 Comments
OBSERVATIONAL POEM
Published
8th May 2021 7:39pm
8th May 2021 7:39pm
Senryu - Triptych: Going Absolutely Bananas
Green hands in tiers bunched
curved fingers reaching Sunward
tropic chandelier
Split, blended, or sliced
for sweet delights sacrificed
savor joy's flavor
By mere brown spots shunned
when spotted, sweet flavor peaks
prize the fruit not peel
curved fingers reaching Sunward
tropic chandelier
Split, blended, or sliced
for sweet delights sacrificed
savor joy's flavor
By mere brown spots shunned
when spotted, sweet flavor peaks
prize the fruit not peel
#rejection
#sun
#nature
#food
#LifeCycle
87 reads
8 Comments
UPBEAT INSPIRATIONAL POEM
Published
1st May 2021 5:52am
1st May 2021 5:52am
Music Passion Ten
Bluegrass Roots and Country
Appalachian Summer Night
a front porch congregation
drinking moonshine get’n tight
on cigar box guitar someone strums
banjo lends its lively voice
effervescent fiddle joins
washtub bass and whiskey jug
In tandem mark the beat
washboard adds its joyful noise
singing songs of a sobering nature
of hard times been and coming
ever present death, old time religion
love’s conquest, evil’s defeat
t’was the place of Bluegrass birthing
where seed was planted and nurtured
I was to...
Appalachian Summer Night
a front porch congregation
drinking moonshine get’n tight
on cigar box guitar someone strums
banjo lends its lively voice
effervescent fiddle joins
washtub bass and whiskey jug
In tandem mark the beat
washboard adds its joyful noise
singing songs of a sobering nature
of hard times been and coming
ever present death, old time religion
love’s conquest, evil’s defeat
t’was the place of Bluegrass birthing
where seed was planted and nurtured
I was to...
#happiness
#LifeStruggles
#music
#uplifting
#NaPoWriMo2021
72 reads
6 Comments
OBSERVATIONAL POEM
Published
1st May 2021 5:51am
1st May 2021 5:51am
Destined To Finish First At Last
Young and wise
King Henry Five
with might didst proclaim
*“the gentler gamester
is the soonest winner.”
commanding
that his army strive
to treat
their foe with favor
come now winning times
much sooner than later
when like altruism
fills all hearts and minds
Today, lamentably,
that peaceable player
would nary survive
but would, instead,
be eaten alive
lest nefarious
kindness thrive
With distressing frequency
I hear of me said
“you’re a really nice guy but…”
by this...
King Henry Five
with might didst proclaim
*“the gentler gamester
is the soonest winner.”
commanding
that his army strive
to treat
their foe with favor
come now winning times
much sooner than later
when like altruism
fills all hearts and minds
Today, lamentably,
that peaceable player
would nary survive
but would, instead,
be eaten alive
lest nefarious
kindness thrive
With distressing frequency
I hear of me said
“you’re a really nice guy but…”
by this...
#kindness
#hope
#despair
#SelfWorth
#NaPoWriMo2021
54 reads
7 Comments
SELF POEM
Published
30th Apr 2021 2:34am
30th Apr 2021 2:34am
Up And At 'Em
Comforting comforter
covers my head
tired eyes shielded
from morning light’s dread
loath to rise up
leave empty my bed
Today I delegate living
my dream self
will live in my stead
I’ll remain in Nod
where my body won’t ache
my knees have cartilage
and back pain suspended
yes this magical
slumbering village
where no one offends
hence no one’s offended
I know, I know
this just won’t fly
I’m no sleeping dog
that my kin will let lie
I must arise
with my world interact ...
covers my head
tired eyes shielded
from morning light’s dread
loath to rise up
leave empty my bed
Today I delegate living
my dream self
will live in my stead
I’ll remain in Nod
where my body won’t ache
my knees have cartilage
and back pain suspended
yes this magical
slumbering village
where no one offends
hence no one’s offended
I know, I know
this just won’t fly
I’m no sleeping dog
that my kin will let lie
I must arise
with my world interact ...
#depression
#morning
#funny
#sleep
#NaPoWriMo2021
61 reads
4 Comments
UPBEAT INSPIRATIONAL POEM
Published
28th Apr 2021 00:21am
28th Apr 2021 00:21am
Music Passion Nine
Disco Ball Two
Public, adolescent persona said
oh hell no to Disco
In private the music
I couldn’t disparage
Funk, R&B, and Soul united
formed a far out
tantalizing marriage
My square brain reminded
“dude you’re Levi’s 501’s
and the Beach Boys”
my groovin’ feet suggested
“Embrace your inner,
bell-bottomed Angels Flights,
DeBarge, and Commodores”
Ohio Players’ songs
were my grammar school favorites
their scandalous album covers
were from very nature sent
stunning naked lady...
Public, adolescent persona said
oh hell no to Disco
In private the music
I couldn’t disparage
Funk, R&B, and Soul united
formed a far out
tantalizing marriage
My square brain reminded
“dude you’re Levi’s 501’s
and the Beach Boys”
my groovin’ feet suggested
“Embrace your inner,
bell-bottomed Angels Flights,
DeBarge, and Commodores”
Ohio Players’ songs
were my grammar school favorites
their scandalous album covers
were from very nature sent
stunning naked lady...
#happiness
#music
#honesty
#dance
#NaPoWriMo2021
85 reads
8 Comments
OBSERVATIONAL POEM
Published
27th Apr 2021 5:51am
27th Apr 2021 5:51am
It's In The Eyes, It's In The Smile
Of “agua fiestas” be wary
those have-dark-cloud-will-travel minions
sure on your party to rain
their dastardly designs
in charm holstered, concealed carry
quick draw ready caustic opinions
their aim to despirit, demoralize
preying on vulnerable minds
Instead cherish the soul builders
whom, like a comfy brassiere,
lift and support
their sisters and brothers
ones who recognize,
and accentuate
the good in others
that care unconditionally
and love without fear
Image by...
those have-dark-cloud-will-travel minions
sure on your party to rain
their dastardly designs
in charm holstered, concealed carry
quick draw ready caustic opinions
their aim to despirit, demoralize
preying on vulnerable minds
Instead cherish the soul builders
whom, like a comfy brassiere,
lift and support
their sisters and brothers
ones who recognize,
and accentuate
the good in others
that care unconditionally
and love without fear
Image by...
#love
#kindness
#dark
#respect
#NaPoWriMo2021
68 reads
1 Comment
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