Jon Roggie : Writing

Gentle touch

Gentle touch

A Poem by Jon Roggie


Each moment, a caress, sketching the pattern.Face framed in memory, fingers sculpting the image.Eyes closed, I try to see you again.
A story has to have a connection

A story has to have a connection

A Poem by Jon Roggie


You have to have felt it, if only to share the feeling.When you see the look in someone's eye, then you can relate, but only if you have been there."I..
Playing with the dragon within

Playing with the dragon within

A Poem by Jon Roggie


I know the consequences, and I realize I will feel the fire, but sometimes you can't resist.I won't sleep tonight, tossing in my bed, while my mind is..
Innocent

Innocent

A Poem by Jon Roggie


Wide open eyes, wondering at the world around.This is what I want, not for others, I long for this feeling.Tired of others duplicity, distracting from..
To bring a smile

To bring a smile

A Poem by Jon Roggie


Let us set aside the current tribulations, and remember moments from the past, and the future waiting.An annoying pothole has been noticed, and whethe..
Honesty shines through

Honesty shines through

A Poem by Jon Roggie


Words written, whether in a write or a response, all have a feel to them.You can tell when they flow, are being forced, or just don't really matter.I ..
The three Johns

The three Johns

A Poem by Jon Roggie


A peak behind the curtain, and maybe a glimpse.Reaching a certain age, I found myself in a unique situation.One of my teachers was dying, and I found ..
Story which makes me sad

Story which makes me sad

A Poem by Jon Roggie


I am sorry, but I tell stories.I also try to have some kind of deeper meaning mixed into the words.This time, I can't.One of the two may stumble acros..
Soothing

Soothing

A Poem by Jon Roggie


Let's see, just got done talking someone through a exploding marriage, now menopause.First, it is always our fault.Yes, some of my chromosome nature ..
Armchair philosopher

Armchair philosopher

A Poem by Jon Roggie


Tracy Chapman's "Fast Car" playing in the background, and it feels right, words flow, not feeling empty.Drawing from the music, years old, and the sto..