Jon Roggie : Writing

Hospital trips become a vacation

Hospital trips become a vacation

A Poem by Jon Roggie


Story of the summer, and stretching into the fall.When the appointments start growing,you make the best of it.Book a room. Place has and indoor pool, ..
Tub of Ice part VII

Tub of Ice part VII

A Story by Jon Roggie


Just to be clear,Fesili had to eat an apple.Then, I caved in, and she had her pastry.Also,I refuse to consider brussels sprouts.We walk for awhile. B..
I forget my name

I forget my name

A Poem by Jon Roggie


The years blend together,and so do the names.You can only keep one for a while.Easiest to keep the first name.You recognize it, and respond.Last name ..
I will argue

I will argue

A Poem by Jon Roggie


Someone must take the stage.Express their views.Playing devil's advocate takes a lot of energy. Bit exhausting.Multiple conversations,each wondering.M..
Time Zones

Time Zones

A Poem by Jon Roggie


We are writing in a constant cycle.Our stories fall in patterns.This is not always determined by our style, but more by where we live.I am not talking..
Bruises slowly fade

Bruises slowly fade

A Poem by Jon Roggie


Actions have a reaction Often leaving a mark.Some of the bruises show on the body,others on the soul.Marks on the body heal more quickly,while those o..
Windows

Windows

A Poem by Jon Roggie


Title goes to my co-writer. This is a collaboration with Shannon.
Quietly healing, and with no regrets

Quietly healing, and with no regrets

A Poem by Jon Roggie


Yes,I managed to say it, and I kept a semi serious face.Time for you to try.Constant bickering doesn't matter.All it leads to is the past thirty years..
Part of the act

Part of the act

A Story by Jon Roggie


I just got back from a show. Finally,I got to see Cheech and Chong perform live.Small venue,and I am sitting as far away from the stage as possible.Ri..
Drifting through the years

Drifting through the years

A Poem by Jon Roggie


Stuck in the moment?Please.We are not meant to dwell.Time passes, learning while it moves along.Growing older,or younger depending on the time.