Jon Roggie : Writing

I want to withdraw

I want to withdraw

A Poem by Jon Roggie


This confuses people.The building silence is somehow wrong.Some of us can only put up with the rest of you for so long.Don't even try to judge us.We m..
Out of character?

Out of character?

A Poem by Jon Roggie


Not that many would notice, but just in case.Honestly, I see no reason for mature, and will probably change it.Merely innocent innuendo, hoping to bri..
Decadent Desserts

Decadent Desserts

A Poem by Jon Roggie


So many miss the opportunity, merely gorging on sweets.Now a proper dessert, it can take more preparation than the meal.You don't have to overwhelm, m..
Lost beneath the covers

Lost beneath the covers

A Poem by Jon Roggie


Something about a Prince song, easy to express a mood.Lost beneath the covers, searching with a delicate touch, knowing what you have found, with a su..
Unable to share

Unable to share

A Poem by Jon Roggie


I don't want to be misunderstood, words taken with an unintentional spin.I only want to send support, but feel so hesitant.So, I speak to the aether, ..
Is it safe?

Is it safe?

A Poem by Jon Roggie


Am I able to share some words? They aren't going to be misdirected?I only write a few at a time, but they are my children.So, before I send them on t..
Leaves stirring in the wind

Leaves stirring in the wind

A Poem by Jon Roggie


Waiting for their time. Life still flowing.Feeling the hint of the season changing, knowing soon.Embracing the warmth of the sun, cherishing every mom..
Shelter beneath my wing

Shelter beneath my wing

A Poem by Jon Roggie


Relax, nothing is going to happen.You are a mouse, and I am an owl.We both know you are normally my food, but not tonight.I am tired, and am unable to..
Orange chicken

Orange chicken

A Poem by Jon Roggie


Turning zucchini into matchsticks, giving you a chance to talk.Slice the baby peppers into thin half moons, listening to your woes.Julienne the red on..
Bare my throat

Bare my throat

A Poem by Jon Roggie


I look at you, my eyes my only defense.Words were not enough, so I watch you.Already, you seem uncomfortable.I don't blink, I watch you.No matter what..