Advice. Poems

What My Ego Said To Me

“You must stop this ruling of me,
Please let me go, I must be free.”
Smiling, Ego said mockingly,
“It’s you who chooses what you’ll be.

It’s quite simple for all to see,
All my power doth come from thee.
In myself, that’s where I invest.
I have no say in your request.

You’re free to go, to rule your own ship,
Give to

A cautionary expose

fruit extravaganza
dream vacation
dinner bell
a word of caution
while time waits for no one


[using titles of my 5 recent poems]

AP: 1st place 2025

Listen to your conscience

Freedom is not carte blanche
knowing right from wrong comes with responsibility
~ karma will be ever watchful


Wordku: 5-7-5 words

AP: 3rd palce 2025

The World's Most Destructive Chemical Experiment

The feel of a touch, 
the sound of a cry, 
the joy of hello, 
the sorrow of 
goodbye. 

We entangle, we combine 
we fall apart -
but in the end, 
we get up and 
we try, try, try, 

to form a connection 
that doesn't end in absence. 

It all ends 
for those already absent. 

Be present,

Dream Big

the moment
is now

live it
with
intensity
and
passion

Markie's Advice

His future was assured. I’ll tell you why.
His father owned “Repairs and Parts Supply”.
Though only twelve, already Markie could
your median income at a glance descry
and whistle as he raised your engine’s hood.

With me, he mastered nothing. Didn’t try.
What need had he for Treaties of Versailles?
Before he came to school he’d greet the crew
he knew he

advice from two old maids

I would have clobbered him, one said.
you should have smashed his face in said another
two violent women who have never wed
More advice for the young bride, Terry.
You should have pulverized him, I would have.
Expert advice from two women who would never marry.

satans faction, guaranteed'

The legend read...Futures advice.. Bonds and stocks traded; Hourly..' Experts in many ( in-securitys?) . decades indeed, centuries
Of experience..' References available from God.' We come to you...Many options to choose from.' Digitally literate.'
Don't think any further.' Get started today.' We'll
Take your cares away.' All souls welcome.' Just remember
Our word is your bond.'
(We are equal oppertunity

The Weight of Others' Expectations

Son of Man, pause before judgment's seat,
Lest haste consume your soul's retreat.
Do what's right, yet don't waste precious time,
For pleasing all is a futile rhyme.

In seeking validation, you may lose your way,
And those you please will mock you on your final day.
Marry with wisdom, don't borrow to impress,
For pleasing others can lead to financial distress.

You

advice from Uncle Kurt

you can be considerate and kind or snarly and mean
choices every day that are quickly made and rapidly seen.
Whatever you choose to do and say can bring happiness or hurt
So, think before you speak, said my Uncle Kurt.

He was a super nice man, who always thought of others.
Had been raised by a mother and sisters

Advice for a Sunny Day

If it is a sunny day,
why not while the hours away?
Take a peaceful walk or stroll.
You might find a friendly soul.
If you spy a dog or horse,
you should say "hello" of course.

i text dead people for advice

i text dead people for advice.
not because they answer—
they don’t—
but because they never interrupt.
i tell my grandfather
about the boy who left mid-winter
and how my ribcage still
clicks shut like a locket
when someone new gets close.
he was buried in silk,
but i like to imagine
he’d wear combat boots now
and tell me to run before love
swallowed me whole.
i ask

Advice to Seniors

Celebrate life! Love, laugh, live it up,
and never have to explain,
because this is the oldest you've been
and the youngest you'll ever be again.

Quick Advice

If You Don't
 Wanna' Deal
  With A Buncha' 
    Clowns -

Stay Outta' 
  The Circus...

-Gray Squirrel

06-03-2025

Advice for Addressing Grizzlies

"Wake up!" I said to the grizzly, "it's almost June", 
as I whistled a lively tune.
It's important to mention that one must take care
when addressing this kind of bear.
Indeed, it's wisdom like this that I impart
that may keep you in a single part.  

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