Jon Roggie : Writing

Only a dream

Only a dream

A Poem by Jon Roggie


In the morning, I feel I have truly awaken, looking in the mirror, eyes have changed.I walk the streets, feeling the possibility of change, and feel s..
I know this may sound mean

I know this may sound mean

A Poem by Jon Roggie


I can't help but try to restrain a laugh.Niece writing something for class, struggling to create the ending.She may have knocked on my door, almost gu..
Turn around Bright eyes

Turn around Bright eyes

A Poem by Jon Roggie


That's right, Bonnie Tyler.Flipping "Total Eclipse of the Heart"!When I am alone, no one watching, I will play this song.I prefer the parody with Meta..
Waiting in the shadows

Waiting in the shadows

A Poem by Jon Roggie


You know I am here, and know I don't mind your time in the sun.My comforting shadows, fold around you like a cool blanket, giving a bit of security, a..
Rogue wave

Rogue wave

A Poem by Jon Roggie


Whether a subtle drip, or an overpowering wave, it just feels right.I move, drifting with the day to day current, leavings my options fluid, choices m..
The wind's caress

The wind's caress

A Poem by Jon Roggie


My second favorite, one so vital, and quixotic in its strength.At its worse, tearing houses apart, leaving behind a trail of destruction, but I prefer..
Grounded

Grounded

A Poem by Jon Roggie


There is always a base, something to hold it all together.I am surrounded by stone, etched by water, and winds, long past.Scars which became beauty, c..
To touch the fire

To touch the fire

A Poem by Jon Roggie


It is not because of a lack of feeling, just the callouses.My fingers are smooth, barely a fingerprint, and it leads to a gentle touch.I know, sounds ..
Another one

Another one

A Poem by Jon Roggie


Just got the word, my friends.Let us lift a glass for the stubborn b*****d. No tears, no sad words, not what he would appreciate.We fill a glass, let ..
clock ticks toward ten

clock ticks toward ten

A Poem by Jon Roggie


maybe I should smoke help to make the time go bydoesn't matter. twelve hours later will be the samewatching just to waitsoon it will be ten again