Submissions by wallyroo92
POEMS AND SHORT STORIES
Poet Introduction
Inspired by life, literature, love and music.
The Introvert
For too many years that I give into my fears
Being withdrawn not wanting to interact or socialize
And that in a way stunted my personal growth
Unable to connect with others unwilling to compromise
But I knew I could to come out of my shell
After all I had been a leader in my younger days
It would just take some effort on my behalf
I was still shy but a little more mature in my ways
Then I saw how it improved on relationships
The way I listened, the way spoke, the way I was heard
And that in turned helped me understand myself ...
Being withdrawn not wanting to interact or socialize
And that in a way stunted my personal growth
Unable to connect with others unwilling to compromise
But I knew I could to come out of my shell
After all I had been a leader in my younger days
It would just take some effort on my behalf
I was still shy but a little more mature in my ways
Then I saw how it improved on relationships
The way I listened, the way spoke, the way I was heard
And that in turned helped me understand myself ...
#confessional
#PersonalGrowth
#SelfReflection
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2 Comments
Selective Sharing
If we choose to be open books
Then be careful with oversharing
Because some things should be private
Otherwise some won’t be so forbearing
Must we publicize every aspect of our lives?
Is the need to be recognized really that bad?
Undergarments in the sun will have you on the line
And draw the worst criticisms you’ve ever had
Be more diligent, be smarter with your words
Be more selective with what you have and how to say it
Because in oversharing you will certainly be out of touch
And the disconnect will be worse no matter how...
Then be careful with oversharing
Because some things should be private
Otherwise some won’t be so forbearing
Must we publicize every aspect of our lives?
Is the need to be recognized really that bad?
Undergarments in the sun will have you on the line
And draw the worst criticisms you’ve ever had
Be more diligent, be smarter with your words
Be more selective with what you have and how to say it
Because in oversharing you will certainly be out of touch
And the disconnect will be worse no matter how...
#confessional
#NaPoWriMo2024
#PersonalGrowth
44 reads
3 Comments
'Tegrity
Integrity is such an important part of my life
It speaks truth and honor, it seeks justice for what’s right
Because in a world filled with confusion and chaos
Integrity is the moral compass that leads us to see the light
Even when faith dictates awkward and archaic thinking
Our minds should feel something’s wrong with these decrees
Keen intuition will make the heart feel like its sinking
Sensing something sinister that seems like a grisly disease
Such was the rhetoric I once heard from a pulpit
A leader of faith should never spout...
It speaks truth and honor, it seeks justice for what’s right
Because in a world filled with confusion and chaos
Integrity is the moral compass that leads us to see the light
Even when faith dictates awkward and archaic thinking
Our minds should feel something’s wrong with these decrees
Keen intuition will make the heart feel like its sinking
Sensing something sinister that seems like a grisly disease
Such was the rhetoric I once heard from a pulpit
A leader of faith should never spout...
#faith
#humankind
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2 Comments
Stay Calm, Stay Cool
Stress and pressure can often overwhelm anyone
Heck, it can put a lot of strain on the heart
And while there may be chaos and mayhem all around
Staying calm and cool can be quite the art
Life will throw challenges at us and people will test us
But the key to composure is that ability to pause
Taking a deep breath to let the brain process and generate
So that the response will focus on the root of the cause
And perhaps it in this type of pragmatic approach
That our action alone will command regard and respect
Because body language...
Heck, it can put a lot of strain on the heart
And while there may be chaos and mayhem all around
Staying calm and cool can be quite the art
Life will throw challenges at us and people will test us
But the key to composure is that ability to pause
Taking a deep breath to let the brain process and generate
So that the response will focus on the root of the cause
And perhaps it in this type of pragmatic approach
That our action alone will command regard and respect
Because body language...
#meditation
#NaPoWriMo2024
#patience #peace
#patience #peace
41 reads
1 Comment
If it's Meant to Be
It’s difficult to accept that everything has been predetermined
As if our paths were already chosen and we just fulfill the destiny
And even if midway down the road we change the way it goes
Was the change too already planned just like it was meant to be?
Some are born into poverty but will strive to get out of there
While others with riches and resources decide to be miserable
Some will acquire the drive to change and better their lives
While others leave it to chance staying stagnant and pitiful
The law of attraction can be very real ...
As if our paths were already chosen and we just fulfill the destiny
And even if midway down the road we change the way it goes
Was the change too already planned just like it was meant to be?
Some are born into poverty but will strive to get out of there
While others with riches and resources decide to be miserable
Some will acquire the drive to change and better their lives
While others leave it to chance staying stagnant and pitiful
The law of attraction can be very real ...
#identity
#inspirational
#fate
58 reads
4 Comments
Let Others Help
We can’t do it all alone
It’s a human trait to feel tired and sometimes overwhelmed
Asking for help is not a sign of weakness
But it’s a characteristic that allows us to be truthful and real
Too many times do people let their pride get in the way
As if for some reason they think that they’ve failed
Letting other help is a sign of strength
Not just in character
But it can be a collaborative effort with another human being
It’s ok to ask for advice
Gathering ideas and sharing in thoughts
Getting different opinions and views can...
It’s a human trait to feel tired and sometimes overwhelmed
Asking for help is not a sign of weakness
But it’s a characteristic that allows us to be truthful and real
Too many times do people let their pride get in the way
As if for some reason they think that they’ve failed
Letting other help is a sign of strength
Not just in character
But it can be a collaborative effort with another human being
It’s ok to ask for advice
Gathering ideas and sharing in thoughts
Getting different opinions and views can...
#SelfDiscovery
#NaPoWriMo2024
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2 Comments
I GOT KIDS TO FEED
Ooh that chronograph would look good on my wrist
Though I like it, it’s really a want and not a need
I know I could walk around the office and flaunt it
I have the money for it but dang it I got kids to feed!
I’ve been a hankering to go on a long vacation
Go to Pamplona and run with the bulls in the stampede
But I’m getting a little too old for these shenanigans
I’ve been dreaming of skydiving but I got kids to feed!
Though I’m in a good place as far as income is concerned
There was a point when my family had some tough times
I had...
Though I like it, it’s really a want and not a need
I know I could walk around the office and flaunt it
I have the money for it but dang it I got kids to feed!
I’ve been a hankering to go on a long vacation
Go to Pamplona and run with the bulls in the stampede
But I’m getting a little too old for these shenanigans
I’ve been dreaming of skydiving but I got kids to feed!
Though I’m in a good place as far as income is concerned
There was a point when my family had some tough times
I had...
#hope
#family
#LifeStruggles
#food
#humankind
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1 Comment
Be Yourself
It’s a question that is as old as time
Do we want fit in or do we wish to stand out?
It’s that ancient dilemma that has plagued many
Conformity versus authenticity
Should we speak our truth?
Or do we silence our voice to please others?
Being true to ourselves
Should gain the respect of other people
So long as we are honest, humble and diligent
For in the genuine and sincere interaction with others
There will be a connection
A meeting of the minds if you will
That will show our uniqueness
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Do we want fit in or do we wish to stand out?
It’s that ancient dilemma that has plagued many
Conformity versus authenticity
Should we speak our truth?
Or do we silence our voice to please others?
Being true to ourselves
Should gain the respect of other people
So long as we are honest, humble and diligent
For in the genuine and sincere interaction with others
There will be a connection
A meeting of the minds if you will
That will show our uniqueness
65 Unique
93 Total
#TruthOfLife
#honesty
#NaPoWriMo2024
64 reads
1 Comment
Laughs and Smiles
Sometimes the days feel like they’re dragging
And yet when I look in the mirror the years have passed fast
I may not reach the peak of a mountain to fight a dragon
But I know that after I’m gone my verses are going to last
I may not be popular or reach fame in my time
But the rhymes I leave behind can serve a testament
I’m just a simple man striving to find what’s mine
So that my children will one day share in the sentiment
I’m motivated by their laughs and smiles in their faces
Like photographs of these moments engraved in our hearts ...
And yet when I look in the mirror the years have passed fast
I may not reach the peak of a mountain to fight a dragon
But I know that after I’m gone my verses are going to last
I may not be popular or reach fame in my time
But the rhymes I leave behind can serve a testament
I’m just a simple man striving to find what’s mine
So that my children will one day share in the sentiment
I’m motivated by their laughs and smiles in their faces
Like photographs of these moments engraved in our hearts ...
#love
#children
#family #motivational
#family #motivational
65 reads
4 Comments
Listen More
(and Speak Less)
Most folks when engaged in conversation
Only hear while the brain prepares a response
Not fully paying attention could often lead
To communication breakdown
Instead listen with intent to understand
Empathize acknowledging their feelings
And though at times we may deal with bitter pessimists
I guess you can say more by speaking less
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Most folks when engaged in conversation
Only hear while the brain prepares a response
Not fully paying attention could often lead
To communication breakdown
Instead listen with intent to understand
Empathize acknowledging their feelings
And though at times we may deal with bitter pessimists
I guess you can say more by speaking less
51 Unique
53 Total
#wisdom
#NaPoWriMo2024
55 reads
3 Comments
Out of Control
I was young
I was angry
I was completely out of control
I had self-loathe and disgust for myself
I was miserable with the path I chose
Unhappiness lead me into depression
And depression into an even darker road
Where ending my life seemed like the only thing to do
But most of all I felt like any day I would simply implode
I lied
I cheated
I screamed
Then everything just went quiet
And when I woke up
I thought everything would be ok
So long as I was being compliant
Not once ...
I was angry
I was completely out of control
I had self-loathe and disgust for myself
I was miserable with the path I chose
Unhappiness lead me into depression
And depression into an even darker road
Where ending my life seemed like the only thing to do
But most of all I felt like any day I would simply implode
I lied
I cheated
I screamed
Then everything just went quiet
And when I woke up
I thought everything would be ok
So long as I was being compliant
Not once ...
#depression
#suicide
#MentalHealth
119 reads
1 Comment
Take Care of Yourself First
The days feel like they are shorter
and we seem to be even busier
Constantly running from place to place
Moving from one task to another
without having time to pause
And before we know it
another day goes away
This ceaseless cycle can easily lead into a burnout
Spinning out of control and into a precipice
And once at the bottom
Only then do we reflect
Asking “how did I get here?”
We should look inward now
And start taking care of ourselves first
Body and mind
And this will...
and we seem to be even busier
Constantly running from place to place
Moving from one task to another
without having time to pause
And before we know it
another day goes away
This ceaseless cycle can easily lead into a burnout
Spinning out of control and into a precipice
And once at the bottom
Only then do we reflect
Asking “how did I get here?”
We should look inward now
And start taking care of ourselves first
Body and mind
And this will...
#identity
#SelfReflection
#SelfWorth #NaPoWriMo2024
#SelfWorth #NaPoWriMo2024
43 reads
1 Comment
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