Jslambert Mister Roboto Poet Free verse

Vicious Game

Out the door
is a vicious game
a process

battle of spite
tug of war
circus of irritation

where nobody loses
no one wins
a bloody senseless draw

no referee
only stiff jabs
right crosses

haymakers
countered by blow
after blow
       
low...

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FJ Thomas February 27, 2025 at 10:49 AM Ironic that this is the one of yours that I find... It seems to fit the situation I still find PS to be in. I've been gone awhile and was just searching for some 'familiar faces.' I hope you have been well Joseph.

Debbie Guzzi January 10, 2012 at 8:12 PM Okies the verse above is an observation..NOW do more make it have a more pronounced beginning CLIMAX and end...[LOL ..aww I don't know who he is and now I must google him!Lawrence Ferlinghetti, the City Lights Poetry King!] light & love

Russell Sivey January 7, 2012 at 9:45 AM I really enjoyed this write JSLambert(what's a name I can call you?)! Don't you just hate draws? I haven't heard of haymakers for many many years, wow, great place to use it here!! Great write, Awesome Work!!