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I used to smoke cigarettes, smoke dope, do smack, every f - - thing. First, I couldn't function without it. Then I couldn't do anything with or without it. Then I thought, "This is the end of the line for my fun days." I finally came to the decision that I couldn't do it like that …Ozzy Osbourne

RIP Ozzy Osbourne 1948-2025

Creased over haha hag clown /collage


Been coughing lately out of breath with regrets
Asthma? Emphysema? Bully pest upsets
My arms akimbo
at foul passing nimbo
Suffering succotash, I need a cigarette!

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Ron VanHooser

Date: 8/3/2025 3:09:00 PM

Well done! I can relate, been there, done that! Gave up cigarettes and alcohol at the same time. I've never felt the "need" so strong in my life. It was strong, but I won! This brought that back, and I realized I don't miss it at all anymore, but there is a price for that freedom! Keep up the good work! Ron

I Am Anaya
Date: 8/4/2025 1:34:00 PM

Hey Ron, TyVm! GL

Sotto Poet

Date: 7/31/2025 4:16:00 AM

All that yearning and hardship condensed into just a few powerful words, Anaya. The combination of wit and determination is very relatable. Excellent job!

I Am Anaya
Date: 8/1/2025 9:19:00 AM

TyVm sweet Soto Poet! A lil humor lifts up as well. Great to see you!

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 7/29/2025 12:37:00 PM

He was sure a strange one. Is his wife still alive? I think she used to be a judge on AGT. I love that final line of your poem that you came up with.

I Am Anaya
Date: 7/29/2025 12:48:00 PM

It just came to me, I imagine a slurring Daffy Duck right? Ty, Andrea

John Loving Iii

Date: 7/29/2025 10:29:00 AM

I grew out of it. Except what in the past we never saw possible, vaps electric cigaretts. Tobacco makes me sick.

I Am Anaya
Date: 7/29/2025 10:31:00 AM

N-o-w!

CayCay Jennings

Date: 7/28/2025 6:46:00 PM

I have a strange taste in my mouth. Having never inhaled, snorted, drunk or swallowed anything mind altering because I was too distracted by all teen church activities, then young adult Christian groups, to be exposed to such elements, I simply can't relate. The limerick seems hard hitting and dark, let me take my chastity belt off and think about it. Poetry hugs ... CayCay

I Am Anaya
Date: 7/29/2025 10:34:00 AM

Humorous! It's humor is all and clever if I do say so myself. Lol. Xhugs poetess

Yann Rolland

Date: 7/26/2025 7:48:00 AM

in french we say ' tabac tue", i very know this sentiment, cigarette has some virtue for a while give me one, poet, this is so nicely penned, thanks

I Am Anaya
Date: 7/26/2025 12:24:00 PM

Great comment Yann, the cigarette a symbol oui oui!

Rowena Velasco

Date: 7/25/2025 11:17:00 PM

Such a sharp, vivid snapshot of struggle and craving—all packed into a few punchy lines. The mix of humor and grit really hits home. Great work!

I Am Anaya
Date: 7/26/2025 12:16:00 PM

You're interpretation has a jaunty syncopation, succinct and laser-like You're fabulous Rowena It's an honor to have you visit my poetry TyVm for your review!

Susan Lawrence

Date: 7/25/2025 7:19:00 AM

RIP Ozzy. Packed with dense humor and provocative questions… we all have a choice ! I too come from a time where sex drugs, and rock ‘n’ roll were the norm. Happy to say I’m living a healthy lifestyle these days laughing as much as possible and understanding the preciousness of each and every moment with family and loved ones. I love your poems Anya. it’s been so long since I posted, finally have had a chance to do so. Big hugs , I hope you’re smiling, Susan :)

I Am Anaya
Date: 7/25/2025 1:12:00 PM

Susan it's nice to see you dear poetess. I'm smiling, yes. I love walking, hiking when I can. Ozzy is on a new journey in peace, I'm sure. Delighted you're writing poetry again. I'll be by soon. A nice surprise! TyVm! Xhugs

Daniel Henry Rodgers

Date: 7/24/2025 11:10:00 AM

Dear Anaya, Well it makes me want to shake my fist at gloomy weather, shake off regrets, and just let it all roll by for a moment. You’ve made suffering feel sharp and silly and weirdly triumphant, all at once, a rare feat in five quick lines. I am a product of the 60s so Coke, Acid, Ludes, Alcohol were part of my world. I went completely sober in 93 for the sake of my family never looked back. Ozzy here's to you!! Summer Blessings, Dear Anaya, Daniel

I Am Anaya
Date: 7/24/2025 11:40:00 AM

Your unveiled and penetrative response welcomed, you have ventured to share sweet Daniel. As Tom Jones would say 'It's not unusual' for 60's generation to take refuge, I too have my history of indulgent pleasures and addictive personality. Congratulations on your 32 yrs of sobriety, family is everything, they must be proud of you. Here's to you dear Daniel! TyVm for your bold and candid visit ~ xblessings

Bill Baker

Date: 7/23/2025 6:10:00 PM

Nice Limerick about a great musician. Thanks for sharing, Bill

I Am Anaya
Date: 7/23/2025 6:51:00 PM

Something else entails, foul mouthing in poetry of late, they are reflecting themselves and just dont see it yet . Conversely, someone who is consistently negative or critical might be said to be reflecting their own insecurities or unhappiness. They go on and on, a creased over ha ha hag encourages rasism whilst the queen of hate recruits and minipulates. Meanwhile I need a cigarette! Nice to see you Bill! Ty

Sam Kauffman

Date: 7/23/2025 1:29:00 PM

The world of music has lost an icon! Rest in peace Ozzy. Hopefully, slowly but surely, through poems and stories like yours, Anaya smoking will become an anathema like it should be saving many lives. Thanks for your tribute and your poem. Blessings!

I Am Anaya
Date: 7/23/2025 2:05:00 PM

TyVm Sam, I loved the music bands he had, he recruited many guitarists after Randy Roads who went on with their own bands. It's been a while since days of supporting Guitar magazine!

Jay Narain

Date: 7/23/2025 11:43:00 AM

RIP Ozzy. Smoking is hazardous at any age.

I Am Anaya
Date: 7/23/2025 12:16:00 PM

Now Ozzy has embarked on a new journey alas free from illness. A young girl's father had died from lung cancer 6years after quitting! Hacking up, my worst pet-peeve and the neighbors outside do that and so here is my message to them..... "Quit smoking" I quit smoking 16 years ago.

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 7/23/2025 1:26:00 AM

- Rest in peace Ozzy, he struggled with Parkinson's disease in recent years, a tiring and difficult illness - hugs

I Am Anaya
Date: 7/23/2025 11:33:00 AM

...and like Ozzy's it usually onset's at an older age, Neil Diamond as well, Michael J Fox, early so sad for him. Ozzy like many was a heavy smoker and so I played upon that, dear Anne. He has embarked on a new journey alas free from illness. Stay healthy Sunshine! xhugs

Gershon Wolf

Date: 7/22/2025 7:57:00 PM

I don't know if this is a tribute exactly, but amazing that Ozzy made it to 76, isn't it?

I Am Anaya
Date: 7/22/2025 8:08:00 PM

His quote I extrapolated upon. It is amazing, yet sad. He has embarked on a new journey alas free from illness. It will hit me as soon as i hear a song of his. Hey GW Robert has a response to your "Give Peace a Chance song its called..." Day by Day DEI" it's not bad. Ty for visiting have a nice week.

Paige Hind

Date: 7/22/2025 7:00:00 PM

Gosh, I don't like smoking, lol - I hear it's a real addiction though, phew

I Am Anaya
Date: 7/22/2025 8:09:00 PM

I don't either! Although I still dream of it. Ozzy like many was a heavy smoker and so I played upon that, dear Paige. So now he has embarked on a new journey alas free from illness.

David Kavanagh

Date: 7/22/2025 2:52:00 PM

I’m pretty sure Ozzy had the last laugh Anaya, I’m almost as surprised as him that he made it this far; Yeah one of the greats passed today, A fitting tribute, cheers David

I Am Anaya
Date: 7/22/2025 3:29:00 PM

Oh good, I'm sure he could use one on his journey. 76 isn't bad for him, good Ol' Ozzy he'll be missed. TyVm, an extrapolation upon his quote above. I think it's the best limerick yet, from this amateur :)

Robert Gorelick

Date: 7/22/2025 2:15:00 PM

Ozzy became good friends with his neighbor Pat Boone in the Hollywood Hills what an odd couple! Pat's fans wouldn't forgive him for dressing like Ozzy in good fun, while Ozzy's fan's found it funny. RIP Ozzy.

I Am Anaya
Date: 7/22/2025 3:32:00 PM

That is a great fact, seems he's always getting into trouble, good Ol' Ozzy, wild and carefree, he deserves an exceptional tribute, I have played on his quote above as he was a heavy smoker like many. Funny is your fact, Lol Robert, TyVm for your kind visit!

Tom Woody

Date: 7/22/2025 1:33:00 PM

Make sure it's herbal dear Anaya. Better yet, buy a pack of sugar free gum lol. Interestingly Black Sabbath was hugely in my life in my teens, but like a bad habit I gave them up. Still remember the songs though

I Am Anaya
Date: 7/22/2025 3:31:00 PM

Camel extra strong (as in no filter) Just make it a gasper yeah cowboy, with a shot of Sammy Hagar tequila!