Jon Roggie : Writing

Because I am silent

Because I am silent

A Poem by Jon Roggie


While you sleep, I glance across your eyes.and I think you fake it.Thank you.Chance to see you.Beauty in the silence.
Now and then

Now and then

A Poem by Jon Roggie


Enjoy the moment, never catch it again.Every moment, fresh in your memories.Glancing at a sideway smile.
I want to cross the country

I want to cross the country

A Poem by Jon Roggie


For a change, I will give some background. My niece just had a daughter, and yes, I want to go see her.
Before the next drop

Before the next drop

A Poem by Jon Roggie


First drop of the storm, and I take a breath.Everything slows, moment to think.Pause, enjoy my heartbeat.Smile to myself.Rain starts again.
Chose a shell

Chose a shell

A Poem by Jon Roggie


Because some words are best forgotten.Those with a conscience, do you remember?Now, I will stop.Sleep in my shell.
Webs in the shadows

Webs in the shadows

A Poem by Jon Roggie


Feeling a bit maudlin, had my glass or few.Think about changing my life, clean up a bit.Some memories I have to save, few spots I will let linger.
To be vague

To be vague

A Poem by Jon Roggie


I know.It can be irritating.So many stories in the under currents.So, with each story, another view.With each view, a changing story.You have to love ..
Just a scratch

Just a scratch

A Poem by Jon Roggie


Started with a simple thought.Could not let it go.Kept itching.Shared the feeling.Paid the price.So amidst the sirens, don't worry.Look away.Just a sc..
Waiting

Waiting

A Poem by Jon Roggie


I know I have the easy part.I wait on the other side of the country.I still remember how you looked.Wonder if she can match your glow, Ray.
Should I go?

Should I go?

A Poem by Jon Roggie


Looking at each other won't solve it.Each of us tries to speak, but neither of us can start.Scene repeated too many times.So as I watch the routine un..