*Image of The Pianist Adrien Brody by DW.
IHMO Wladyslaw Szpilman
(December 5, 1911, to July 6, 2000)
A big blast, shattered glass, they yell run, still all as one
the war nobody knew then, had gone far and to what end
loss of faith, life's undone, a hopeless wraith, left living stun
no job, no help, left homeless, lives split, pianist, nameless
hideout hit or miss trend, tied up in knots, easily frightened
friends captured or run, less fighting, more fleeing begun
both heart's rent, Wladek knew Capt'n too proud to amend.
2021 July 05
e.g., Julyme
RhymeScheme; abacbab
Unstructured Lines
Categories:
brody, character, life, music, war,
Form: Rhyme
There once was a great white
Who was looking for a bite
And there was a seashore town
That had smiles instead of a frown
Preparing for a 100 year celebration
With wind surfing racing
It took a whole year of work
And the great white brought a knife and a fork
Towns people started to disappear
And there was something out to fear
Politician Wells who had money to spend
And put up a nice plan that would be strong enough to defend
Off the wind surfers did go
With the shark wanting to feed on the show
They got through the netting
then proceeded to do some upsetting
All this mess
Nearly made rich man Wells confess
But he never shook in his boots
Until his whirly bird went kapootz
With a television reporter getting out of hand
it was up to the author to take a stand
With Vic Morrow who was on loan or borrow
Played the Quint style for awhile
The writer ended up the Captain Brody fighter
As they went fishing with chum that they were dishing
The action in independent film was not missing
It all ended very fast with a nice blast
While the author threw the punch
Before taking his golden girl out to lunch
Categories:
brody, adventure, beach, body, fish,
Form: Rhyme
Say goodbye, because the world
Is coming to an end.
Do not shoot the messenger –
I’m warning you, my friend.
Gather all ye rosebuds
(Even that which is a sled)
And have a final champagne toast
Or have a beer instead.
Do not fret – it’s destiny.
There’s nothing you can do.
Search on Google all you want
And you won’t find a clue.
Watch your Showtime On Demand;
Tomorrow is too late.
For Carrie, Saul and Brody – well,
We’ll never know their fate.
You should heed the words I say;
Believe me, I’m not lyin’.
I’m lucky that the calendar
I bought last year was Mayan!
Categories:
brody, humorous,
Form: Rhyme
I see in your precious smile
An endless road,
Perhaps infinite,
With a wide eyed innocence
That journey’s beyond
What sight can see.
Contentment fills your face
As vivid as a rainbow’s arc
Through fine mist
Ever hinting of a loftier place--
A sacred place that dwells within.
My gaze falls upon a mature soul
Still nurtured in the bud of youth,
Who retains a wisdom of many lifetimes.
Your gentle guidance inspires your
Parents to reach for the unattainable.
I remain awestruck
By your radiating aura
As it intermingles with mine,
Leaving me exalted in knowing
You are a gift divine.
*Dedicated to my two year old Grandson Brody
Categories:
brody, childhood, happiness, life, Grandson,
Form: Free verse
This old sea-rig is swamped and don't float
I TOLD you we'd need a bigger boat!
Now you are HIS prize
Sure ain't no surprise
That you're fish-food, you hard-headed goat!
"Jaws" - 1975
Categories:
brody, adventure, funny
Form: Limerick
Almost a year since first breath drawn
Into tiny lungs of my precious little one
Innocent eyes, wide and filled with wonder
Exploring over, around, and under
Outstretched arms beg for a lift
Into my arms, God's precious gift
He giggles and smiles when he's in my arms
Wins the world over with endearing charms
Everyone's a sucker for his cute little grins
Hearts will melt when grins mix with squints
He sleeps with his rear stuck up in the air
And has this little tail in back of his hair
He staggers when he walks
Like he's had too much wine
He's learning still
But he's doing just fine
I never imagined that one little kid
Could change our lives the way this one did
A cherubic face and a stocky little frame
This angel, my nephew, Brody is his name.
Categories:
brody, family, children, happiness, life,
Form: I do not know?