Jon Roggie : Writing

That time of the year

That time of the year

A Story by Jon Roggie


Stories are often true,at least in the telling,and the season takes a part.While, not really new, I can't quit dwelling, I am hesitant to start.The h..
He got his own barn

He got his own barn

A Story by Jon Roggie


Tortoise is feeling slighted.I know.Stumpy got a new barn.A younger tortoise is getting preferential treatment.In Fresno.So,now I have to build a bett..
Back again

Back again

A Story by Jon Roggie


"This can't be right."A familiar voice brings me back from my lack of morning brew."You?""Morning!""Knee?""Yes.""Again?""Maybe, but this is the other ..
The Scarecrow is Dancing

The Scarecrow is Dancing

A Story by Jon Roggie


Nobody is watching.Quiet.Teaching Tortoise some moves.
Building on a pebble

Building on a pebble

A Poem by Jon Roggie


You find a title,next comes the story.Run with the challenge.Toe straining, barely keeping contact.Pebble rolling. Shifting beneath the nail.Balanced ..
Where are we at?

Where are we at?

A Poem by Jon Roggie


Oranges have another six weeks.Lemons around five.And?Violets are starting to bloom,Rose bush is recovering.And?You want me to say it?Yes.It is only a..
Three day old cake

Three day old cake

A Story by Jon Roggie


Last slice.Tastes better when you wait.Compliments have been given.Guests have wandered away.Plates scraped, scrubbed, and left to dry.Putting them u..
Single web

Single web

A Story by Jon Roggie


Spinning inspirations. I know. What can a little spider do?Strand of positivity,just making a web, and might let a fly go by.
While my hands are numb

While my hands are numb

A Story by Jon Roggie


Takes a bit longer,but I feel.I take the time.Graze of a petal, felt by eyes glancing away.Thorns only draw blood from those ignoring the prick.
How do you explain?

How do you explain?

A Story by Jon Roggie


Friend caught me."Quit hearing all of the instruments."Hit me up the side of my head."Sing!"