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inside me cranium
toady, an amphibious December 19th
twenty twenty one sinisterly drum
intonating forty five orbitz one bum
graduated as hard school of knocks alum.
Fiendish and gruesome phantasmagoric denizens
dwell deep inside subterranean vault
perform an evil dance
haunt psychic landscape
with imaginary (yet realistic)
gargoyle visitations cast macabre trance
nocturnal unconscious invaders
cavort and gallivant
disturb quiescent sleep
with devilish and sinister prance.
Apparitions crept stealthily
into peaceful slumber receptacle
repository whence illusory
landscape of dreams
take place to rejuvenate
exhausted body, mind and spirit triage
rent asunder blissful sleep with
a startled fright
cold sweat drenched
nighttime garments and bedding
teeth chattered uncontrollably
heart pounded loudly inside chest
nightmarish phantoms wrought
an awful ghoulish sight.
Mushroom cloud anniversary triggered
frenzied gargantuan hallucination
seventy six plus years ago today inauguration
into atomic age took place
one country after another sought
to acquire demonic and destruction devices
maintain self-preservation in
surreal atomic weapons race
impossible to escape the dark threat
looms and threatens life on Earth
one launched missile spells extermination
9.
across entire global space.
No escape from humankind military machines
munitions march mean madness
and guaranteed demise to all life
*****Sapiens violent history of bias,
intolerance and/or prejudice
characterizes vicious warfare
and chronic species strife
unaffordable legacy for future
(and perhaps alien) archeologists,
who will sift thru civilization debris
with delicate knife.
Artifacts buried in a heap
of pulverized and radioactive ash
civilization monuments
and hedonistic symbols
gone in a blinding brilliant flash
irksome flotsam and jetsam
spewed into outer space
alien nations light years distant
collect miniscule bits and pieces
offer object lesson as extinction for beings
that become excessively brash.
President's Day is approaching so I thought I would further your education,
By revealing useless trivia about some of the dudes who've served our nation.
President Washington actually had to borrow money to get to his inauguration.
He wore size 13 shoes and seldom took a bath much to Martha's indignation!
Abe Lincoln agreed his wasn't the prettiest face when all was said and done!
Once called 'two-faced' he said, "If I had two faces, do you think I'd wear this one?"
James Buchanan was nearsighted in one eye and farsighted in the other,
Causing him to lean his head to the left and close one eye, which was a bother!
For his breakfast, Ulysses Grant loved cucumbers soaked in vinegar to eat!
He probably saved his hide since he declined to join Abe in his theater suite!
Woodrow Wilson was plagued with indigestion and was blind in one eye.
He had a pet sheep named Old Ike that chewed tobacco and that ain't no lie!
Cal Coolidge used a paucity of words so that many folks thought him dead!
He liked his head rubbed with Vaseline while eating his breakfast in bed!
Harry Truman kept a sign on this desk that read, "The Buck Stops Here!"
Remembered will be his scorching letter to an editor defending Margaret's career!
'Tis well-known that Ronnie Reagan dearly loved Nancy and jelly beans,
And was happiest at his ranch riding a horse and wearing old jeans!
And finally, from Barack Obama we learned that there are fifty-seven states,
And that he makes skillful use of a teleprompter to ensure there are no misstates!
Th-th-thats all folks - more than you ever wanted to know about these chaps!
(There's much more I could reveal but it best be kept under close wraps!)
Robert L. Hinshaw, CMSgt, USAF, Retired
© All Rights Reserved
No late night talk shows
can't go to the movies anymore
child can't go to the park
and the playground is closed
day noon and died
Was no spring break for 2020
all the schools will close after March 28th
the new Norm
what prom
there be no graduation
no more hugging
is a new inauguration
empty streets
gas is cheap
we are at Home Alone Together
new on Sundays
no longer to church days
we are home alone together every Faith
every race
it's more than tonight
that kills just corvid wave
taking my breath away
and passes and fails distinguishing God's breath
his spirit masked men women
and some children
out in the public
parted
standing 6 feet away does this mean the end of couples where's the beef
the meats
and why is all the toilet paper gone
this virus is it inside us
Lord from this I admit
I am not ready to die
yet the new Norm
what about the newborns
empty streets we're at home Alone
Together it's more that the night that kills
this Corvid wave
taking my breath away
So this I continue to say
we must stay at home Alone Together
5/7/20
Written words by James Edward Lee Sr 2020
"Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and comes down from
The father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shadow of turning"
....James 1:17
AND THE DANCE SHALL LEAD...
"Faith is taking the first step even when you don't see the
Whole staircase"....Martin Luther King
In the beginning when some said no! God said yes!
For you are chosen, a creation of God's best.
A mother who holds down the team with two angels
putting their contributions towards the American Dream, and
the father who completes his obligations to the world and to
his family, which was the winning formula that guaranteed his
place into the presidency.
"We are not makers of History, We are made of history"....Martin Luther King
And as the both of you held hands, taking your walk together, you began to
Lead the parade of "Change" paving the way for a new new day on the Inauguration...
Fallen Tears, Screams and Cheers are now recorded.
For a new style of change has now hit the runways with God's blessing.
Beaming the light of promise to be passed down to the next generation...
"Love is the only force, Capable of transforming an enemy into a friend"
...Martin Luther King
And from the heaven's he sings his predictions to your song.
For you have Changed America by bringing us "all together" at last...
For no matter the color we are all one and we will band forever...
Dedicated to President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama
"I just want to do God's will. And he's allowed me to go to the mountain.
And I've looked over, and I've seen the promise land! And I've seen the promised Land!
I may not get there with you, but I want you to know tonight that we
As a people will get to the promised Land"...Martin Luther King
The End!!!
This poem was given to President Barack Obama...
VIVA – FATHER OF A RAINBOW NATION
Nelson Mandela, what a man,
What an icon, what a wise politician,
Even though he was in prison for
A 27 year span,
Held no grudges, or hate, just wanted
No segregation, he went on a mission,
To make sure that as a father of his nation,
He would achieve just that!
Free at last, locked away for so
Many years of his life
He walked amongst a sea of cheering,
People, next to Winnie his wife!
He was forgiving,
Despite been jailed,
For all those years.
Mandela’s beloved South Africa had never
Known democracy and had miserably failed,
He went forward with an intentional stride,
Charismatic and determined,
He was esteemed for his pride!
The Mandela presidency was known
As an era,
Loved by his people, together they grew
Dearer and nearer.
He was a humanitarian, got the Nobel Prize for
His peaceful transition, FW De Klerk also got
The Nobel Prize.
They stood side by side,
Two dynamic politicians who had changed
South Africa’s political tide!
President Mandela’s inauguration
In May 1994 was televised
Around the world,
It was a heartfelt, emotional ceremony,
Where many nation’s
Flags were unfurled.
Nelson Mandela had a remarkable wit
And sense of humour,
This is quite true,
Not just a rumour.
He had an acute awareness and brought
His cherished country to realize their
Independence, a passion he always sought!
But sadly although an icon,
He was like us all, only human,
And so our hero died
On the 5th December 2013,
And the world cried!
My Political Commentary
By Franklin Price
10/18/2015
My political commentary
About the presidential race
Is not party oriented
For me would be a big disgrace
I call them as I see them
As they come into my view
Write what I see about them
That may be interesting to you
I try to show the pros and cons
Of the party and the man
That may not always come across
But I do the best I can
This seems only fair to me
As I watch the ravings and rants
Of those running to be president
Who will wear the highest pants
Try not to leave the women out
I respect the things they say
The president may wear a skirt
On the next inauguration day
Want my thoughts to open eyes
Cause minds to concentrate
Vote for the one you think the best
The elected one will guide our fate
The important thing's to cast your vote
After learning all you can
Go to the polls and do it
For the woman or the man
If you choose to stay at home
Because you think they're all the same
Do not complain who won or lost
You had no interest in the game
There's even a hardened discard of foul colored mucous on the tip of my thumb.
Nail bitter, straw chewer—
Germ phobic Venetian blind side peep is a
Hippo sized discreet-ly…
Snorting lies after lies... Seize him!
—As our slave driven worker—
-Or-
May assassination’s will render ill-justice in its many justified forms'; instance…
In plain sight, we can see you.
On the news many faces represent the power that is you.
Yet to find the correct plan of action—
I, personally, have only myself; mind, body and soul.
And for the time being…
I’ve got fingers on my boogers
1-19-2017
(Tomorrow is Inauguration Day; Farewell Obama. Thank you for your service!)
At last her hat seems to make sense,
A trick and a way of defence--
Worn with deeply low grips,
Was barrier to Trump’s lips,
And to hide eyes from prying lens.
_____________________
Happenings |32.01.2025|humour, USA
Poet’s note: Trump’s inauguration. He may have won second go as president, but it was Melania who scored a hat-trick at the function. It was her hat that stole the show and a lot of stir in social media. She wore a specially ordered hat worn deep-set so as to hide her eyes. Besides, with its large circumference served one more purpose, as this ditty reveals. See the photograph when Trump tried to kiss her.
When "The lightening Strikes",and we hear a "Powerful Thunder","Our minds and hearts envision,and think of all the "Great Songs"sung by "The Creative Artist"named "Stevie Wonder! I hear the "Thunder": I hear the "Thunder"! Is that you "Stevie Wonder"? Not "The "Thunder over Louisville"! I hear "Stevie Wonder! Stevie Wonder has never seen "The light of day,but "Stevie"gives us "Light"in his own special way! "Stevie Wonder" has never seen "The darkness of night",because his "Mind Shines",and gives "Light"! Stevie Wonder makes our lives happy and "Bright"during the dark hours,and in the light! Stevie Wonder hypnotizes us with "Positive musical,and spiritual "Vibes"without any "Disguise"!Stevie Wonder is able to "Hypnotize "us with his music and songs,and words while "His Body ""Sways and Swerves"! "I hear the "Thunder"! I hear the "Thunder": I hear "The Great Creative Artist ,and his name is "Stevie Wonder"! "Stevie" is a "Wonder" to "Hear",as we see him preform. He gives us "Joy"and never does us any harm. Stevie Wonder's songs can sometimes bring us much "Joy" in the midst of an unpredictable storm! We start to feel "Joyful and warmed"!! Stevie Wonder reflects and absorbs "The Greatness that God has created in him through music and song,and the things he does to make this world palatable while he tries to fill this world with some "Love",blessed to do that which is sent from "Heaven up above". Stevie Wonder has "Positively Inspired" 'The Entire World"and All Nations in unpredictable situations:Stevie is a member of "The United Nations"! Stevie Wonder sung a "Great Song",and inspired Barack H.Obama who is "The First Black President of The United States of America,and this nation! "Stevie Wonder" put on a "Great Show"at "The Presidential Inauguration,causing positive vibes,thrills,and hypnotic sensations! Stevie Wonder has helped those in this "world and this nation come together,and be like birds of a feather that can flock together!!!!
Floating, hovering like a dragonfly
in search of a safe landing place.
Roaming, travelling, never settling,
in constant fear of desolation.
No beginning, and no end in sight -
- suspended animation - certain of my creation,
but hanging like a mist or balanced
like a spider on its gossamer web.
Unconditional love did not exist for me:
there was always a condition.
Insecure security - no blood ties you see.
No sense of belonging, so belonging nowhere.
The illusion was there
and I believed it for a while.
My childhood innocence allowed me that,
but now, in callous adulthood, I am spared no pain.
In harsh reality, cold light of day,
the truth is stark: I was abandoned,
given birth to and relinquished
for no reasons known to me.
No explanation given. No excuses.
An inebriated memory, or a raped repugnance.
Yes, an unhappy, irritating accident probably.
Born and gone - out of sight and out of mind.
The effects of that inauguration
are hardly ever seen - they're privately
wept for; written about; drunkenly
discussed at dinner, or in times of
despondency, dwelt unhealthily upon,
when their deep-seatedness shallows
into consciousness and lurches from
my dreams into reality - forcing face-to-face
acknowledgement that I was not
meant to be: that my existence was
a nuisance, a niggling inconvenience
to be discarded heartlessly.