the bane …
of complacency
the enemy of apathetic ids
an all-consuming blade of inspiration
you, mighty weapon
have slain the fiercest dragons of
detachment and disregard that
humanity has brought against you
and I, a knight of notation,
wield you with an authority graced to me
by a vivid imagination
and a child’s whimsical heart …
oh, I do not take your might for granted
nor underestimate your license …
I remove you from your scabbard
in deepest consideration -
your hilt, I grasp with awe
your edge, I apply in deference and fear
for the wounds I affect
are deep and lasting …
you are the Excalibur of inspiration
pulled from a stone of indifference
by the grandest of acumens and spirits
long, long ages ago …
I take up your glyphic garland
with pride and honor
and an undying respect for
the numberless warriors who came before me
and whose names are a prayer
upon these pious lips …
a prayer for you …
my pen.
Copyright © Gregory Richard Barden, January 4, 2024
Enormously elegant damsel
In all fine arts does excel
A subject of many a marvel
Verses have ideas novel
Fond of devotional travel
Unique style does bedazzle
Adorned with natural jewel
Of twin eyes with sparkle
Classic looks with twin temple
Adoringly awesome dimple..!
Pure heart and radiant grace
Enamouring charm like Goddess
Full of enigmatic prowess
At times can be a tigress
Diva like quotient oozes
When stands amidst flora branches
Seems a noble alien from space
As all virtues are ace
Many great acumens I assess
Soon bestow her super success..!!
Ever enchanting with her tone
Tinkling sound of anklet shone
In the group shines alone
Such is the superb phone
Adds charm the ice cream cone
As she perfectly poses in zone
A doyen auspiciousness prone
Want to verse moving in drone
Capturing all her traits golden
Hats off to my Goddess Goshen..!!!
THEME
(If you give me a head start, I bet I win.)
The marathon in life is life experiences, which states if I am given a head start,
I bet I win.
But nirvana does not exist in many communities.
Therefore, you may end up out on a limb trying to keep the focus to overcome
all festered constituents.
Events are episodic exposure to your mental fasciae.
Digest knowledge as wisdom.
If I am given a head start, I know I will win.
I was taught early in life that the key to success is sometimes based on whims.
Being topical and thematic are acumens.
Socio-political this pertains.
Socio-religious is the world one lives in.
If I am given a head start, I strive to ensure success.
Just in knowing that a choice has be given, thrive from the excitement of
becoming a great achiever.
A head start allows the formation of an inner core of body and soul, mind
and spirit.
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Penned on June 05, 2014!