Best Rule Out Poems
Without sugar, I'll sip on my espresso
I can still taste yesterday's sweetness
We abandoned yesterday's mistakes, worries, and despair
all money in the world cannot resuscitate yesterday
our actions and words are irreversible somersaults.
Yesterday's wishes dried up like lost dreams in the woods
golden skin echoed hollow vows with a wistful, spun glow
Alms shimmer like souls, but we can't rule out karma
we must avoid future risks, hurdles, and a stoic canvas.
Dreams and stones mingle, like torn bones or hearts
sun rays dye crimson roses—an icy reminder of lost shine
Gypsy whispers, dancing blades, and wigs create chaos
broken glass shards can form vows and heal scars
hedged hymns that hum in hectic hoods are tedious.
defied the cosmos and sought fortune and fame
revered and emulated idols of love and peace
but wished to be Gandhi or Mandela and achieve triumph
Philosophy and psychology foster love.
Pinprick orbs, a bohemian strain, drift with sun dust
everything I remember seems like yesterday
If life gives you the embers you asked for, embrace the pearls.
Categories:
rule out, hope, memory,
Form:
Free verse
I care but do not mind which Goddess you hail
There is not one God only but many to cherish
To choose as long as you are honest and serene
I would rule out science and money as my altar
But sit quietly in the garden and marvel at nature
Throw in a bit of philosophy in the eclectic mix
Ask the Buddha in you what is the right path
Meditate and reflect on the wonders of a quiet world
A lotus flower or meaningful pendant and a mantra maybe
Spirituality is a reflection of prisms in doing your best
23rd January 2019
Categories:
rule out, inspiration,
Form:
Free verse
Mom, Dad,
How can i describe you?
A friend of mine describes his parents as
Clueless
and lost
Another said they are
just mean
and brat
One who never wanted to hurt hers
told me hers are
Distant and lonely
I met one who spoke in my ears
That his mom is silly
And his dad a drunkard
Others call them
evil, sinister, diabolical,
and grumpy
Though most choose to say it softly
kind, giving, hardworking but unapproachable
But how can I describe you,
Mom and dad?
Saying you are loving and caring
Its an understatement
How can i describe you?
You teach me right from wrong,
You encourage and support me ,
You laugh with me and wipe my tears away,
when i cry
Yes you are honest,
You are wise,
You are respectful,
You are intelligent,
You are a blessing,
So warm, tolerant but patient,
But that doesn't satisfy it all
You're the reason why I'm so strong,
Because you inspire
You are the reason why am smart
Because you nurture
You are the reason why i believe
Because you faith-filled
When I need you, you're always there
I hate defeat because you taught me victory
Though today
I have a confession to make
When it comes to describe who you are to me
I am just speechless
Dedicated to my dad and mom James and Cinda Carter
Like with every relationship, they have had their highs and lows
But no one can rule out that its the best couple i know so far
They love God, they love each other and them love me
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Date:7/18/2014
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Categories:
rule out, christian, dad, love, mother,
Form:
Free verse
Take away assumption
And let's rule out the guess
Push aside the doctrine
And see what there is left
Strip away emotions
Sentiment and pride
Then maybe we can start to learn
Why Jesus really died
The Good Book simply states
That death is the wage
That sin will surely pay
On our final day
Christ was but a teacher
The best to ever be
If you read His spoken word
It's "That truth", that'll set you free
The world is mostly brainwashed
That path is broad and packed
More concerned about appearance
Instead of how to act
Religions teach obedience
and burdens man will guilt
then pummels him with rules
until his spirit starts to wilt
Love and only love
Is what we are, here to learn
To think like Jesus Christ
In all that we discern
THERE is one that can save you
Just look into a mirror
Then close your eyes a moment
To find him even nearer
Categories:
rule out, bible, inspirational, simple, spiritual,
Form:
Dare or stupor
Greying of hair and bulging tummy,
Skin shows yet the soul tasting yummy,
Genius to rule out romance,
Stupidity leaves in stance,
Infinite thoughts of daring mommy !
Limerick- 9/9/7/7/9
Written April 23rd, 2015
For contest "Famous Einstein quotes" by John freeman
Inspired by Einstein's quote-
The difference between stupidity and genius is that genius has its limits.
Awarded 6th place
Categories:
rule out, crazy, romantic,
Form:
Limerick
Your will, your hand
The will is might, if you have mind.
Walk through miles and God you will find.
Bedeck your life to soothe and bright.
If you have mind, the will is might.
Nothing is “can’t”, without your hand.
Your hand by nature is armed hand-
Empower to rule--- rule out “shan’t”.
Without your hand, nothing is “can’t”.
©A.O, 2014.
Categories:
rule out, children, life, parents, wisdom,
Form:
Quatrain
Broken pieces of our shattered lives
Are packed away and forgotten
Like unwanted items in the attic
Hidden inside a box that
Holds the crushed dreams
And un-kept promises
Of more hopeful times
Near the torn bag of trust
And the other miscellaneous emotions
Which once held meaning in our lives
How convenient to hideaway our mistakes and bad choices
Or to stow away the things that once gave us joy,
But now only collect dust on a shelf.
We live by the rule out of sight out of mind,
More willing to discard than retain,
Easier to forget than to feel pain
Only to one day realize
There is no more room to store those unwanted memories
And we are force to go through them
And remind ourselves
Of who we once were.
Categories:
rule out, change, feelings, growth, nostalgia,
Form:
A friend is truely a friend
When sorrows he is to mend
A warm shoulder to lean on
Trust, advice and love to rely on
He's the real value in life
Never like the rolling dice
But helps seeking no return
He's vital in both need and fun
Being ever ready to defeat downs
He makes love rule out frowns
Till we become aged
And see the last sunrays
He remains a true friend
Always dealing with open mind
As we both comprehend
And share the same stand
Categories:
rule out, best friend,
Form:
Rhyme
How to recognise a sheep - let me tell you, dear
The rules are simple, so take note of what I tell you here.
You can rule out any creature that has fingers, fur, or wings
Amongst its decorations, for sheep don't have these things
Neither will you see it with a scarf on, or a hat
Unless you see it eating one - a sheep just might do that.
But you don't see them on bicycles, and rarely on a train
They will not use umbrellas, not even in the rain
They are not messy like a pig, or grumpy like a goat
They do not delve in politics, though many of them vote.
A sheep's by nature placid, it will never get annoyed
Its brain is strained by nothing - it will contemplate the void,
But mind and body wander, it is prone to go astray
And it runs in one direction which is, typically, away.
If you see it climbing high, or swinging in the trees
These are not the sort of things that sheep can do with ease
Typically, your average sheep can normally be found
Standing with four little hooves placed firmly on the ground.
If he's standing in a field, on four legs and on grass
If he does not look that he'll molest you if you pass
If he's looking woolly, in body and in mind
With a woolly face in front, and woolly tail behind
If he looks around with the tranquillity of sleep
That will be a sheep, my dear,
That will be a sheep!
Categories:
rule out, animals, funny, imagination, naturebody,
Form:
Rhyme
When the well-rested rooster woke up at noon, he found himself in the lap
of a gorgeous boy and he was telling his mom with urgency,
"I want this rooster, he can keep the lonely and moody parrot company!"
And staring at him," It's a rooster, not a pet!" she exclaimed.
Mothers always try to please their kids, and sometimes they really spoil them,
not according to their customs and beliefs, controversially fathers are stricter than them;
"I'll take care of him and soon he'll be living in our ranch home" he promised...
and continuing,"From now on, his name will be Harbor: the lovely place where I found him!"
The gentle boy kept his promise and Harbor became part of the family,
and the talkative parrot taught him to say the exact words he said;
and months went by, but nobody knew that he could speak so humanly,
and how did they find out that Harbor was smarter than an ordinary bird?
They overheard him in a challenging conversation about finding a perfect mate,
in the shortest time and the shrewd parrot thought he surely would have been the winner,
but to his surprise, Harbor used his accumulated wisdom and searched the nearby farm,
where chicks were bred and then put in perforated carboard crates on a freighter.
Harbor looked around and didn't really like any of the chicks he saw,
and was he about to give up on his search? Suddenly not! He trotted past the noisy farm,
and to his bewilderment, he spotted a young chicken on the grass below...
and gallantly approached her, and with a chat started a romantic affair by keeping her warm.
Harbor and the young chick clicked and they quickly were talking about marriage,
lots of baby chicks to feed: the ultimate dream of two domesticated birds;
at first, the upset boy wasn't too happy about their agreement, and exploded in rage,
but realizing what was best for Harbor, he finally gave him his blessings.
On the same farm the newly-wed live, and have big plans for a large family;
one more thing, if curious folks decide to visit them anytime soon, they need a reservation.
They will show them around with their fowl hospitality, but rule out temptation;
none of them will end up on their plates for the next Holidays or any other special festivity!
Categories:
rule out, family, children, friendship, funny,
Form:
Quatrain
Miss Marple is a famous sleuth
She investigates and gets the truth
Murder intriguing has been committed
Just as well she's quite quick-witted.
Whom does this crime benefit most?
We can rule out our charming host
Victim was found dead in his room
Around his body flowers strewn.
Completely by accident Marple saw
Delivery of flowers at kitchen door
Where busy maid spends her day
All mundane tasks are sent her way.
She might be poor, but that blackguard
Sent flowers with invite scrawled on card!
Never expecting she would not comply
The fillet knife aided his dying sigh.
Flowers she threw in such distress
Then walked away from mortal mess
Bravely she sought Marple's advice
Who said 'she was skating on rather thin ice'.
Enigma surrounds this long closed case
The victim, no gentleman was a disgrace
Home in her cottage, thinking things through
Marple wondered what Poirot would do?
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Public Domain image: Agatha Christie 1910
Categories:
rule out, murder, mystery,
Form:
Rhyme
Take your freedom and life
Rule out justice and rights
Then we have barbarian ways
Of controlling the world
Our true role is to enslave you
In our economic dominance
To divide and conquer all
In propaganda and war
Categories:
rule out, political, satire, war
Form:
Lyric
Sister, I love you,
Simply because I do
There is no one better
No one like you
You have been my role model
The one I will always follow
The strongest one I know
The only one who shows
All the compassion
All the care
Even when there are no eyes
No others who care
Even in your struggle
Even as you put together the pieces of your broken puzzle
You seek to help those in need
Imparting wisdom
Planting seeds
Of strength and courage
Delivering words to the discouraged
Being the light for us all
Your example stands tall
Giving us a goal to reach
Reminding us all we have something to teach
And to practice what we preach
My sister, I love you with all my heart
I always have from the very start
May my love cover you
As you have always done
And continue to do
Find strength in me
I need you still
I pray you see
Stand and fight
I will forever stand guard
And be your light.
I love you Hope,
I love you now
I love you still
I love you forever
I always will
LAY ???
Written today 5/14/2023
Mother's Day in less than 5 minutes.
For my sister Hope Jeka Kye
Who had open heart surgery (mechanical mitrial valve replacement) on 4/21/23. She was rushed to the emergency room with a debilitating headache. Diagnosis: brain lesion. Tests are being run to rule out a hemmorage. Please pray for my sister, for anyone struggling in any way. Pray for healing, pray for grace, pray for mercy, pray for God to have the final say.
Categories:
rule out, appreciation,
Form:
Rhyme
Can somebody tell me about love,
Who is love and where does she lives?
Tell me while my heart stays awake,
I need to know otherwise my heart will not stay a rest.
Tell me why I always rule out in the journey of love
Am I a coward or a dreamer who does not go for his resemblance.
I have replete with all manner of information,
But am cautious when it come to love.
I know the journey of love
I know it embarks by chivalrous, gallant matured people.
But am not exempted from them
I know the journey attracts caring driver, efficient fuel, reliable engine.
As I sat on my bed with a pain in my heart
My brain can not omit how my aimless neighbors have double their slots.
Can someone tell me why women like flashy chaps with narrow visions
How can we the courageous, daring visionary ones are always rule out in the journey of love
As I sat with my widow lay awake.
I could see fireflies darting in disarray like a heart break,
I could hear the frogs croaking in the mid of moonlight with their fondness.
How long would I be treated like a scrap in the journey of love?
I have even lost taste,
I am waiting for my completion in the journey of love where there will be no heartache.
Categories:
rule out, anger, anxiety, betrayal, faith,
Form:
Free verse
I visited the Wailing Wall today. I think I visited on the wrong day. Today the rules were different than two days ago when I came here to pray and write poetry. Everyone was saying “Shabbat Shalom!” and they were all dressed up like they do back home on Sunday. Dressed in their finest clothes and high heels galore! Sequins and leather purses and not a hair out of place. Boy did I feel like a fish out of water!
Talk about an awkward moment! I just sat on the ground up against the wall like I did two days before. There was this lady running at me yelling at me, “No! No! Not on Shabbat Shalom!” She yelled at me and told me “No sitting on the ground!” I was floored. I am just an old protestant girl who read the rules as I entered in. I looked for a rule about sitting on the ground as this is how I prefer to write and pray to my Heavenly Father, but today something was different she said. She kept yelling at me in Hebrew and ushered me to the back of the area.
Then I proceeded to sit at a bench that had a small table. I picked up where I left off at. I began to close my eyes and pray and then write some prophetic words that I received from the Lord. Here she comes again! Then she was yelling at me again, “No writing! No writing! Not on Shabbat Shalom!” I couldn’t figure that rule out at all since there were all sorts of papers rolled up and twisted into the crevices of the wall. Hmmm…I was sincerely puzzled.
Approximately ten minutes after this ordeal I began to hear the Muslim call to pray behind the Wailing Wall. I asked the Lord to help the lady who was yelling at me. I asked the Lord to forgive me too if I seemed angry at her. I exited the Wailing Wall and kindly said to her, “I know you were just doing your job!” I also told her that I prayed for her while I was there too! Amen in Jesus’ name.
Gwendolen Rix
4-26-15
Categories:
rule out, adventure,
Form:
Prose