Jon Roggie : Writing

Tortoise takes a stroll

Tortoise takes a stroll

A Poem by Jon Roggie


I can't help myself.The day usually starts with a grumble.Try moving everyday.Notice how many show up when it is time to move to a new house?I do that..
Resting in a web

Resting in a web

A Poem by Jon Roggie


Might as well rest for a bit.Think of what I intended.Wonder if I can still make some changes.Either way,I still have to wait.Slender threads make me ..
Hands do not tremble

Hands do not tremble

A Poem by Jon Roggie


Odd thing.Still.When I do nothing.Quiet after relaxation.Manage during concentration.Spilling water from a glass.Never knowing when it will hit.So,I m..
Borrowing lines

Borrowing lines

A Poem by Jon Roggie


"Do you think it would be alright? If I just crash here tonight?"Granted.It had been used by the Gin Blossoms.I doubt it was the first time.I didn't e..
Taking a walk

Taking a walk

A Poem by Jon Roggie


Even though I ramble,I find myself focusing.One thing becomes the center.Notice you have been ignoring different facets.Time to step back,and take a c..
Car crash leading to a colonoscopy

Car crash leading to a colonoscopy

A Poem by Jon Roggie


I can see confused expressions."What happened, and how did it go so far?"I should give some background,and this will lead to another level of backgrou..
Tangelo

Tangelo

A Poem by Jon Roggie


JuiceSweet and tartTasty mixTangerinePomeloGrown just rightMixed togethercreating something newDespite the differencesthe fruit grew true
Door left open

Door left open

A Poem by Jon Roggie


Unspoken agreement.Never know when someone might decide to leave.Best if it was quiet.Close the door if you want to stay.
Time for a question

Time for a question

A Story by Jon Roggie


It is growing a bit louder outside.The patios are full of revelers, and the costumes are interesting.We ignore the occasional knock on the door.This r..
Treats

Treats

A Story by Jon Roggie


I understand the reasons.It is the one day children are urged to take candy from strangers,but the fun has been taken away.All you can hand out are bu..