John Lawless Poet Other

Buddha Bees and Beauty

His stoic, weathered façade
Subdues an ancestral angst
Silences the unwept tears
Of duty’s diligent dissent

Soft lights mock his withered soul
Highlight the emptiness of now
Echoing forever’s endless “OOOOM’
As darkness swallows all


The thorn means no harm
For it is but a Rose’s champion
Sworn to solemn solitude
In service to his queen


The flowers open wide
Their scented sensuality
Pandering to the buzz
Of pollinations gigolos


A forlorn star
Sits on a passing cloud


The knowing do not know the unknown
If they did 
They would know
What they don’t know

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sara Etgen-Baker August 8, 2026 at 3:58 PM a deep and thought provoking read...well done, sir!

Gershon Wolf August 6, 2026 at 9:31 PM This poem sets me free // for I am a 'Buddha bee.'

Daniel Henry Rodgers August 5, 2026 at 5:18 AM Hi John, I love how effortlessly you balance deep, existential reflection with witty imagery. You took me on a fascinating journey, moving from the stoic opening stanzas and the echoing "OOOOM" right into the lush, sensual movement of the garden. That final Zen-like paradox brings it all full circle, leaving me hanging right in the space between meditation and playful observation. Such a rich, multi-layered, and captivating poem! Blessings, Daniel John Lawless August 5, 2026 at 6:22 AM after reading this magnificent comment I shall have to resize my Red Sox hat. I appreciate the appreciation you show in your comments Daniel.

Ink Empress August 4, 2026 at 10:26 PM Omg "The thorn means no harm For it is but a Rose’s champion Sworn to solemn solitude In service to his queen" wowow I am speechless! Loving this dear John!!! "A forlorn star Sits on a passing cloud" gosh! I wish i wrote some of these lines! Honestly! This is a fave for me! Loving it Sending you light always 🌙💫 John Lawless August 5, 2026 at 6:21 AM Thank you Ink, glad you enjoyed my 2AM introspections Appreciate the FAVE also a trophy win in itself....