American wasteland.
It’s a party you’re invited to.
Plan on unstable conditions.
We put incompetence before security,
and disguise your losses as little things.
The corruption's open, unmistakable and court approved.
We’ve undone the shackles of constitutional checks,
and we’re steadily enlarging our jurisdictions.
Independence will be costly, but dependence is invoiced too.
We’ll watch the social thesis melt, as resources dwindle,
and everything becomes more expensive.
If you’re still uncertain of the issues,
you may have the ears of an ass.
You’re all-in whether you know it or not,
and the canaries have stopped chirping.
Is democracy still a plausible success story?
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A song for this:
The Adults Are Talking by Mila Smith [E]
act like you know (feat. Muni Long) by Master Peace [E]
Come to me and take the dive,
give into the rush
I'll show you an unforgettable high.
I'll take you there like no other,
just undress me with those eyes.
Devoted to your pleasure,
once you're mine
I'll make you feel alive.
God
Makes no junk, invites us to create
Love....
Acidic taste develops,
all-day suckers are biting.
Canopy of lemon drops,
repellent yet inviting.
POTD is often filled with sadness
Not often is there joy and gladness
Not much laughter fills this world
Little humour gets unfurled
Little gratitude for what one has
Woe is me I'm lost and sad alas
Lets have some days of poetic jokes
Lots of fun filled jolly pokes
Great medicine comes from laughter
Lifts the spirit for hours long after
POTD sometimes filled with glee
Are there others or is this invitation only me
Perhaps at least one day a month a Sunday
to be reserved for a POTD humour fun day
There was a congenial soul
who said, "Please come into my hole!"
It would be just divine
where the sun doesn't shine -
"Mi casa, su casa", said Mole.
A year ago, I’d keep my head down to avoid a conversation
I would stay in my own house, and I wish I could call it “tired.”
Or no motivation.
A month ago
I learned to be acquainted with society, because I was told, was the real world.
But this didn't stop my organs inside that would pulse louder than drums,
But I still smiled and laughed. I still twirled.
A week ago, I made a friend
But each one unlocked new fears.
Which was surprising, because I thought it would end.
“What if I'm too loud?” fought on one side of my brain
“What if I'm too quiet, and awkward” just on the other lane.
Too lazy, or spinning out
And just crazy.
A day ago, it was all on repeat,
Thoughts written like a fresh new receipt,
Every nightmare, was just another beat,
Of my heart that would race with a new person i would meet,
Today ago, anxiety just beside me on the seat,
Were in the same room, but its still inviting me.
In my heart lives a dream looking for hands,
Not to replace it,
But to walk beside it.
Project of the Heart is a Creative Lab
Where ideas become form,
Where words, images, colors, and matter
Meet to give life on every possible printing surface.
This is not a one-person project.
It is an open space
For those who believe creativity
Is a tool for change.
We invite you to take part in the way you can,
As your heart allows:
— Printing materials
— Equipment, paper, ink, machines
— Skills, time, guidance
— Moral support, sharing, visibility
— Or any other form of contribution
You feel called to offer.
Every small gesture creates impact.
Every gift is an act of trust.
Every participation adds a new color
To the prism of this project.
If you cannot give much,
Give what you have.
If you cannot give things,
Give presence.
If you cannot give presence,
Give belief.
Project of the Heart
Is a laboratory of love,
A workshop of hope,
A proof that when hearts unite,
Creation has no limits.
Come.
Create.
Leave your trace.
The Invitation
(A lone voice whispers)
Can you feel my breath whispering through these lines?
Laissez-moi entrer là où dort votre âme
Can you feel the sharp edge of my sword as each word shines as they're expressed?
Can you feel my ethereal fingertips caressing your spine?
As your soul pines and pleads to be undressed.
If so, in the higher language of all that have come before:
Meus eris.
(C)
Copyright John Duffy
Life gets crazy and we lose our direction
We forget the reason we need to go on
That's when nature calls to you and
extends its arms to soothe and heal
Nature remembers your name when
everyone else has forgotten it
It beckons you to come and play
Discover its scents textures colours
Come gather the signs of opportunity
and harvest the fruits of promise
You've gone too long without a smile.
AP: Honorable Mention 2026
I'm fab... in my prime.
I'm planning on making each minute count.
Adventure is calling, come along ~
Wordku: 5-7-5 words
AP: 2nd place 2025
Received an invite for Halloween night
sent by Z, a ghost, incredibly white
assuring recipients a great big fright
by zombies, entangled in a real plight
Did sender think I was not quite bright?
words on card I could now totally recite
gremlins, goblins, ghouls will have a fight
vampires will add ambiance with all their might
I re-read the invite, under the moonlight
sent by an eager spook who knows how to write
witches will fly in with cats on a broom or a kite
Halloween night suddenly feels just right!
Come in out of the cold, my pretty
Winter's approaching with its bitter wind
Frost in no time will cover the city
You'll be chilled to the bone and blue skinned
Come in out of the cold, my pretty
I'll gather wood for the fireplace
I love you and it would be a pity
Not to offer you at least an embrace
AP: Honorable Mention 2025
Well hello, young count dracula
Don't just stand out there... come in
~ Play a round of Monopoly?
Wordku: 5-7-5 words
AP: Honorable Mention 2025
the wild wind whispers
autumn secrets in the air ~
beckoning of fall
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