The morning
Wake me up at six, I have an appointment
with a doctor at nine
At six, at six, at six, went into my head
I could not sleep
At four, I got up and drank a glass of wine
hoped this would lull my brain and get some
sleep
The wine worked well, I woke up at eight
It's too late for the doctor now. a need a bath
with that, she went back to bed
She slept to the forenoon and scolded me
once upon a time, she had been a stewardess
wore a nice uniform, I have the photo,
but she was not an actress and could not
hide her relief for breaking the appointment
Categories:
stewardess, anxiety, color, gender,
Form: Blank verse
Her life is plain
so she gets on a plane
and travels to a Nebraska plain
two passengers
too inebriated to speak
travel with her too
they’re awakened upon arrival
their luggage falls from the overhead
we are there, says the stewardess
Categories:
stewardess, 10th grade, 11th grade,
Form: Free verse
A Holly Day in May
the building is eerily empty today, everybody
has gone to the beach, even those in wheelchairs
I sit on the verandah in the hope of tanning
my scalp looks so white in the bathroom mirror
I used to sit in the sun and get a deep tan
which gave me skin cancer
Do the Gaza people sit in the sun away from their
tents, now bombed, because Gaza has nice
beaches and turquoise water.
The Israel monster regime keeps killing Palestinians
daily, 60 here and 40 there
It has been noticed, that more Jews are leaving
Israel, then newcomers to this Paradise of evil
I went to the pharmacy yesterday and wanted to buy
a self-tanning product, the person who served me
came from Congo, shamefully, I lost my nerves
and bought aspirins.
My wife, born in Kinshasa, said I was a racist
Once, when she was a stewardess, she met
the fabled Roger Moore, I say no more but has
a nice-looking daughter
I read Joe Biden talking about ********, maybe
he wished for one
We all have sexual fantasies, a curse for old men
Categories:
stewardess, abuse, appreciation, baptism,
Form: Blank verse
“Let’s fly together
I’m the pilot; you’re the stewardess…”
Such is articulated by my special child!
Thus, we soar beyond clouds
inside his wheelchair-turned space craft.
Devoid of wings, there we zoom
toward the stars
enthralled by celestial bodies
midst triumphant glee.
Exploring freedom with zest
we bow gratefully to God
praising Him midst miracles
acknowledging His specialization
for impossibilities*...
Concluding our journey
we meet angels of sweet kindness
ready to distribute heavenly goodies
for well-wishers in the orphanage.
*Luke 1:37 For with God nothing shall be impossible.
February 25, 2024
3rd place, "Fantasy" Poetry Writing Contest
Sponsored by Chetta Achara; judged on 2/27/2024
Categories:
stewardess, appreciation, blessing, child, christian,
Form: Free verse
All aboard and fasten well our seat belt
Focus on new flight, trip for new success
Travel light, sit tall, forget fears we’ve felt.
Our past storms and snow in life will all melt
Over dream-clouds we might fly in express
All aboard and fasten well our seat belt.
Leave heavy luggage or past loads we’ve dwelt
This year, we might live like prince or princess
Travel light, sit tall, forget fears we’ve felt.
Bring faith and prayers for temptations’ pelt
Wear God’s love—In our journeys, He will bless
All aboard and fasten well our seat belt.
For strength and quick healing when we get welt
Trust God and His compassion’s stewardess
Travel light, sit tall, forget fears we’ve felt.
Renew ways life's turbulences were dealt
Everybody, get ready…avoid stress
All aboard and fasten well our seat belt,
Travel light, sit tall, forget fears we’ve felt.
Categories:
stewardess, journey,
Form: Villanelle
A Perilous flight
The flight from Hong Kong to Manila had more
passengers than seats
Give room to pregnant women, the stewardess shouted
I was in a deep sleep
In the aisle, people sat like rowers, bent heads as the plane took off
three-hour flight air in the cabin stuffy
when the heroic had given up their seat for any woman whether
she was pregnant or not, I opened my eyes
they took chances, in the eighty’s money had changed hands
In Manila, I drank a cold beer.
Categories:
stewardess, abuse, body, evil,
Form: Blank verse
Airliner in the storm is not doing well
Pilot is having difficulty keeping it in the air
Tossing and turning, careering with each stormy swell
Stewardess do not tip us off, issuing us all kinds of care
Each one squelching their own internal light for our sake
My eyes are fixated on the dark clouds that appear with a glare
747 gives a quiver, a drop, and at last a shiver and shake.
Sky marshal holds onto the seat until his knuckles are white
There is a loud boom that sounds like an earthquake.
I wonder if we will make it safely or be a plane crash sight.
Others are praying, phones put away, rosary beads on their laps
I swear I see a halo around an old lady’s head and it is bright.
Suddenly there is a clap, no a series of loud angry claps.
In succession, bam, bang, bam, bang, bam, bang, bam.
The plane begins a descent and we all hear familiar flaps.
Thunder envelops us in series of freezing cold wraps
Airliner in the storm is not doing well
Others are praying, phones put away, rosary beads on their laps
Tossing and turning, careering with each stormy swell
Inklings Poetry Contest
Sponsor: Regina McIntosh
Categories:
stewardess, storm,
Form: Terzanelle
The dreamers
She has fallen asleep in the living room, watching TV
I feel guilty should have joined her, but soap opera, do my head in
Now, I am going to sit near her on the sofa and when she wakes up
She will think I have been sitting there all the time
She will be happy and hold my hands
I have promised her tomorrow, we are going for a drive along the coast
Stop for coffee and a cake, and watch the young swimmers frolicking
She will tell me again at the time she was a stewardess and danced
The tango in Buenos Aires, not to be outdone, I will tell a story from
The time when I was young, omitting the women thing-
She had a great time while I spent much time reading books and
Dreaming in the ship’s cabin, I had no the courage to live the life
Unless I was sozzled and my phobia of the outdoors ran my life, about
The jolly man who knew tomorrow, the fear would return.
Categories:
stewardess, angst, best friend, blessing,
Form: Blank verse
He was the only soothsayer on the plane headed toward Grace.
The day they all got a message that kept them out of this place.
The stewardess asked him are you flying to the psychic convention?
He was not sure now if it was wise, it had once been his intention.
Where are the rest of the empaths and psychics? He asked.
They cancelled their flights this morning. Can you please be masked?
He was a poser and frightened to death now, so he ran off the plane.
Some would have said this was justified, others might call it insane.
Categories:
stewardess, fantasy,
Form: Rhyme
Close your eyes my child and come along with me
Place your head upon the pillow, rest and you will see
You need not buy a ticket; no seat on a train
There will not be a stewardess or pilot of a plane
The journey is a swift one it commences as you sleep
Take your mind and your heart to somewhere so, so deep
The landscape is picturesque, vivid colors all around
Green grass, pink magnolias, pebbles grey and brown
The caretaker adorned in white carries a golden staff
Silently motions us to follow with smiles and a laugh
The gates are heavy metal, free standing in clouds of white
Peace overcomes us there is no need for fright
Two baby cherub angels help him to guide the way
As they dance upon the clouds their little wings will sway
Grandma approaches slowly, the same apron on her waist
Grandpa hugs you tightly, time is short make haste
As morning light approaches keep your eyes shut tight
Reflect on all your family dear that you have seen this night
Heaven is more beautiful than any place you’ve ever seen
Visiting our loved ones there comes only in a dream
Written for My Dream Vacation Poetry Contest
Sponsored by L Milton Hankins
Categories:
stewardess, children, dream, happy, vacation,
Form: Imagism
Shoe Laces And I
Amidst my elementary schooled years,
Occasioned a one-timed event for me,
An age calls upon myself and my peers,
Of Hawaiian descent set by decree.
We were to attend a week-long event,
Slipper years ended with my first laced shoes,
Lacing my shoes was a taxing torment,
PG-8, our living room, win or lose.
It was on another island, all to be,
I alone, away from my family,
Studies I, and ancient sports, wild and free,
Ends, beach, barbeque, camp, new friends, and me.
The flight home, alone again with much news,
The stewardess walks kid with unlaced shoes.
2020 September 10
Categories:
stewardess, anxiety, character, childhood, courage,
Form: Sonnet
On wings of self-destruction she relishes the panic
In the control room of the living
It was meant to be a family journey from heaven
Everyone on board to enjoy the passage
Then she launches herself as a guided vile missile
Mission nearly accomplished
Seat belts fastened and cool drinks already served
A knowing smile from the stewardess
The airport tower signals a clear runway for runaways
Paradise calling on a flight path to hell
Final announcement we have unchecked baggage
Please alight from the vessel
Puzzled but not unwilling he adjusts to the order
Takes his case from the carrier
He had not packed his belongings entirely on his own
Before placing them on the conveyor belt
Assisted and extended suicide had been in the making
Strapped to transgressions of boundaries
In time he got off the the airbus to help other travellers
Maybe he should take a train on his own
When the jet craft exploded he watched the fire ball
Sad but relieved that this voyage was over
31st January 2020
Categories:
stewardess, conflict,
Form: Free verse
Sonya was the best friend I ever had,
we were always doing things together.
When she moved away I was very sad,
she was my refuge in stormy weather.
Over the years I've thought about her life,
did she join Delta, so she could travel?
Or got married and became someone's wife?
I wonder, did her young life unravel?
But my friend had such a great attitude,
she was a positive human being.
Her optimism could change one's mood;
knowing her was liberating and freeing.
I'm convinced that she's flying real high,
as a stewardess in the big blue sky.
Contest: Best Friend Sonnet
Sponsor: Regina Riddle
11/17/ 19
Categories:
stewardess, best friend, friendship,
Form: Sonnet
WHERE THE NOR’EASTER FLIES
what is the weather, dear.
oh my! where we last sailed
the Nor’easter flies.
oh my, i’m blown over
my darling, that’s clear.
forgot you’re docked over there.
i’m inhaling (yes i do)
the counterclockwise winds
that are keeping you.
piloting your plane
without delay
spurring you South.
see the heart-shaped clouds
like tobacco smoke
as i slowly exhale.
sorry, honey,
i’ve tipped your coke
on the clumsy stewardess.
she deserved
a black eye
but all is well
now sit back
and enjoy
as i land this plane.
10/10/2019
Categories:
stewardess, travel, weather,
Form: Light Verse
One morning while strolling in the park
A screaming toilet fell from the sky
A stewardess strapped to it like a rock
Coming at me loud and meteoric
Sometimes I wonder about such things
Falling airline personnel in suits and ties
Toilets working overtime without their wings
Thinking about flushing away unwanted things
Did someone forget to secure a bolt or two?
Did the lady mistake it for a parachute?
I often think about how safe it is to fly
As screaming toilets fall from the sky
Categories:
stewardess, abuse, adventure, appreciation, confusion,
Form: Free verse
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