Mari R-J : Writing

490 miles

490 miles

A Poem by Mari R-J


I'm driving. Cigarette on the left hand and Diet Coke on the right hand. Love songs playing loud on the radio and my hair all over the place. My..
And Call Me Baby

And Call Me Baby

A Poem by Mari R-J


Come close and dance with me. Run your fingers through my hair, Mouth the words of that blues song And call me baby. Make a silly joke , annoy ..
Give In

Give In

A Poem by Mari R-J


It's cold outside but I need fresh air. Excess of wine and cigarettes. My shrinking eyes chase the darkness. Sitting there I have a revelation. ..
Olive Juice

Olive Juice

A Poem by Mari R-J


He grounded his demons, To your room he said. Last night you came out to play But tonight I'm playing with my angel instead. Olive juice, sweet..
Good Things In Life

Good Things In Life

A Poem by Mari R-J


You taste like the booze I'm drinking tonight. Refreshing, strong, and sweet like rum. Earthy, ripe, and complex like red wine. Smoky, warm, and ru..
F*****g Weather

F*****g Weather

A Poem by Mari R-J


On days like today I miss my Island. Rain that turns into ice that turns into snow. Winds that freeze your bones and often your soul. I miss the ..
December 8th

December 8th

A Poem by Mari R-J


We met on a chilly Tuesday morning at Jake's. You ordered your usual coffee and a muffin And I, as usual, was very late. Your eyes fresh as the m..
Gift

Gift

A Poem by Mari R-J


You came into my life as a surprise When I was too young and too stupid. With nerves and fears I took you in And made my heart your home. I held..
Light Years Ago

Light Years Ago

A Poem by Mari R-J


I remember when we were happy And it seems like lights years ago. We were kids full of life and dreams, Drunk on love and magic and eternity. ..
Morning Coffee

Morning Coffee

A Poem by Mari R-J


I crawl down the stairs With a heavy heart. The day doesn't promise Smiles or adventure. I hear the voice Of the man I love And the smell of..

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