Jon Roggie : Writing

Sometimes a return

Sometimes a return

A Poem by Jon Roggie


Sitting in silence is no longer an option. Still, I can choose the direction.Words are placed carefully, at least if they matter.I will try to place t..
I am not the same

I am not the same

A Poem by Jon Roggie


"Life changing events..." Such an overused expression.Then it happens.I keep noticing shifts in perspective. Mostly a decrease in patience.I know the ..
No one is here?

No one is here?

A Poem by Jon Roggie


Once in awhile, you have to hide something.How can it be explained?The Garden is momentarily empty.Tortoise takes a step into empty air, followed by a..
Touch of the monster

Touch of the monster

A Poem by Jon Roggie


A friend summed it up, with an odd combination of words."You are the nicest mean person I have ever known."I could only grin.Amazing when people see b..
For a taste of a strawberry

For a taste of a strawberry

A Poem by Jon Roggie


Yes, I keep coming back.I blame two friends, who will remain nameless.Blame them for my various errors.Who am I kidding?Words are only toys, and they ..
Just a touch of the feral side

Just a touch of the feral side

A Poem by Jon Roggie


So lazy, rational words are easy to form.Knowing what is wanted, the sounds are repeated.Do you look at the eyes? Too many are glossy.The quiet ones w..
Just one more word

Just one more word

A Poem by Jon Roggie


Tugging on my sleeve, trying to get me to leave.Hide my smile, hoping you don't see.Using a few words to create an image.One waiting.
Who do I echo?

Who do I echo?

A Poem by Jon Roggie


Such an easy question, and I guess I could pass it along.Yes, there are influences, but none should be blamed.I can hear the voices,"Don't blame us fo..
Feel the song

Feel the song

A Poem by Jon Roggie


I know, it seems quiet.Hear the clock? Just a steady ticking, but can you hear the rest?Birds chirping, and those annoying lawn mowers.Listen closely...
Sitting with a glass

Sitting with a glass

A Poem by Jon Roggie


Just sitting, and now and again, mime a sip.Most don't realize what I am drinking.Doesn't matter where I am, it is always the same.You are such tasty ..