Jon Roggie : Writing

Can't even manage a rant

Can't even manage a rant

A Poem by Jon Roggie


Makes me grumble.Words conceived with angry intent, seen as peaceful dreams.What can I do?Time to sulk in my shell.
Only a shell

Only a shell

A Poem by Jon Roggie


I know. nice trick.Still, how else am I supposed to get around?Simple distraction, allowing me to explore.Another version of the shell game.
Why would I need a line?

Why would I need a line?

A Poem by Jon Roggie


Granted, it is to be expected.Even insignificant poets attempt to use their words.Still.How many use honesty?I know. Now that is evil.Conversation wit..
I should be a hermit

I should be a hermit

A Poem by Jon Roggie


Isn't that what a tortoise should be?I have done my time. Youth was taken so early.Still, I am questioned, and with tired eyes, I am required to respo..
Trust

Trust

A Poem by Jon Roggie


Maybe belief? This is why you never give up.The worst is always in passing, and your time will always arrive.Too cheerful?Sorry, I try to be an optimi..
I am selfish

I am selfish

A Poem by Jon Roggie


The chance to write some words, while passing by so many.Time is passing by, taking my apologies along.
When do I start the guilt trip?

When do I start the guilt trip?

A Poem by Jon Roggie


Time to vent, a bit of frustration.Sorry, none of this is directed at you,I mean that for whoever reads this.Not like you took part.No, this is for fa..
Just to be honest

Just to be honest

A Poem by Jon Roggie


I had almost attained the Quiet.An explanation is required.The Quiet is selfish. Focusing on yourself.To put it quite simply, you all cause me pain.Th..
Voices heard

Voices heard

A Poem by Jon Roggie


There is the goal. Not just dry words, passed by, without a second look.For those who dwell on it, I know, my grammar is terrible.Words are not meant ..
Preaching peace, but....

Preaching peace, but....

A Poem by Jon Roggie


An exercise in restraint. The result, well, more to the expected society norm.No denying the thoughts are there, but acting on them....Sometimes it ta..