Jon Roggie : Writing

Play with your words

Play with your words

A Poem by Jon Roggie


Don't be so serious.A laugh gets more attention than a whine."Man is the only animal that laughs." sorry leaving out part of Hazlitt's quote. Actually..
Only show a glimpse

Only show a glimpse

A Poem by Jon Roggie


You can only share so much emotion. Too much, and the image is lost.Just share a glimpse, and leave them wondering.
Borrow a line

Borrow a line

A Poem by Jon Roggie


"Attention span measured in nanoseconds." Thank you Trey Parker and Matt Stone.Now, don't condemn me for some of my influences.Where was I?Oh, yeah.Pa..
Watching from the shadows

Watching from the shadows

A Poem by Jon Roggie


First, just to be clear, not trying to be a stalker.Simple attempt at humor.Back to the attempt of words.Why do I only watch? Do you think that is all..
Simple request

Simple request

A Poem by Jon Roggie


I feel like the little church mouse, wondering who will hear my quiet voice.Stop your squabbles, and try to remember.You came here to write.Each of us..
Why should you listen to me?

Why should you listen to me?

A Poem by Jon Roggie


Let us be honest.Do you really want to hear another piece of advice? Have someone try to mold your thoughts?I hope not.You are here to write.Those are..
Can I touch your heart?

Can I touch your heart?

A Poem by Jon Roggie


Not just talking about the romantic.Can I make you cry? Sharing a touch of sadness. Move you into the moment. Let you feel it for the moment.I know I ..
3  strange days

3 strange days

A Poem by Jon Roggie


Ever hear of School of Fish? Look them up. Have a listen.I know not exactly the modern playlist.Listen to a few of the songs, and do a bit of research..
Just a taste

Just a taste

A Poem by Jon Roggie


Didn't read the book, and have no plans to see the movie.Was it grey, or gray? I guess it depends on your backstory.How many times have these stories ..
My niece hates it when I sing

My niece hates it when I sing

A Poem by Jon Roggie


I admit it. I tend to go on tangents.In my defense, I can't stand the station constantly changing.Back to some kind of relevant point.Helen Kellar cam..