Jon Roggie : Writing

Sailing Stones

Sailing Stones

A Poem by Jon Roggie


Damn scientists, stealing yet another bit of mystery.The trails left in Death Valley, by rocks moving on their own, added a bit of wonder.So, I choose..
Be still

Be still

A Poem by Jon Roggie


Please, just for a little longer.Add to the memory, one which we can both cherish.Simply looking at each other, breaths mingling, wondering when we wi..
With a straight face,

With a straight face,

A Poem by Jon Roggie


if you can combine it with a flawless delivery you can convince almost anyone.Sorry, my prankster side is showing.Sometimes, when you inspire trust, y..
I can't write like you write

I can't write like you write

A Poem by Jon Roggie


Yes, this is another one of those writes. One about how I write.I know, I take getting used to."Why so few words?Why so vague?Why do leave, making me ..
Notes like rain

Notes like rain

A Poem by Jon Roggie


Each tone is a drop, falling across my shoulders.A sprinkle of the lighter notes, followed by the downpour of the crescendo.Finished by the gentle sou..
"The Dangling Conversation"

"The Dangling Conversation"

A Poem by Jon Roggie


Once in awhile, I like to give some insight.Now, this is a poet's song.Simon and Garfunkel.Words to be heard, and felt.
Cherry blossoms drifting in the wind

Cherry blossoms drifting in the wind

A Poem by Jon Roggie


With each one falling, I lose a bit of myself.Another memory fading, mirrored by the beauty.Cherry blossoms drifting in the wind.
The spotlight

The spotlight

A Poem by Jon Roggie


Not for me. Let others take the glory.I prefer to stay in the shadows, enjoying my privacy.A place where I can simply be me.Whichever way I may go, ev..
After the fire has grown dim

After the fire has grown dim

A Poem by Jon Roggie


The stories...I can't explain.The rest have drifted into sleep, but I can only toss.Finally, I creep from my bed, and try to see what I can see.Hidden..
Dreams

Dreams

A Poem by Jon Roggie


Oh. I see your eyes have closed, and you walk along one of my many paths.Let me join you for awhile, subtly guiding you.What should I show you?Barely ..