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Derrick Richardson Poem
You wonder why I have so much anger
But did you ever look at yourself
Did you ever think that it might be you?
After you have blamed everyone else
Our greatest moments were also the worst
In my heart, all I felt was pain
Did you only want to treat me good?
So that when I asked, why do you hurt me?
You didn’t have you explain
Did you really care about my needs?
Because it seemed like a moral obligation
So that when everything was all said and done
You left me without hesitation
In my pain, did you view me as weak?
Did you feel that you were better that me?
Were you happy in my distress?
Did I not give enough reciprocity?
How did I really make you feel?
Did you enjoy being in my presence.
I guess that question answers itself.
Because while I ask this, you’re not even present
You wonder why I am through with you
I admit I was blind but now I see.
The only person trying to hold things together
Was me.
You wonder why I don’t trust you.
The relationship we built was a lie
I did my all to be there for you
But for me you didn’t even try.
Copyright © Derrick Richardson | Year Posted 2009
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By noon, I am contemplating
In the evening, I will do.
Doing what must be done.
By days end I am through.
In night, I will surrender my mind.
I will fall into the precincts of death.
By morning, I am enlightened once more.
Once again, I am granted breath.
In spring, I will grow as a man.
Gathering fuel for what is to be
In summer, I burn with truth
Too bright for fools to see.
In fall, I gather once again.
Biding time for the winter storm.
Freezing the ignorant in the place
Then I sleep, waiting for new life to form.
When I am new, I disappear.
Sometimes this is the role to play.
I look slightly to see if I am needed.
No today is not the day.
I emerge more to show I care.
My hope is needed once more
I am there to pull you up.
On my life I swore.
Looking up to grab my hand.
Looking me full in the face.
Never forgotten, never worrying
Never losing your place.
Copyright © Derrick Richardson | Year Posted 2009
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Derrick Richardson Poem
Love is all I have to give.
Gentle describes my touch.
I will give you all that I have.
Though, I will never ask for much.
Peace is what I bring to your mind.
Hope is what I bring to your soul.
The words that I speak are poetic.
My words are worth more than gold.
God will bring us together.
Our bond will never be undone.
I will be there to help fight your battles;
Though the war may not have yet been won.
I have always been there for you.
Sometimes you let me pass you by.
I will still do all I can to make you happy.
I will console you when you need to cry.
You sometimes look me over.
Though, I will be who you turn to in the end.
I have come to this world in many forms.
I have been your mother, your sister, your friend.
So take this time to acknowledge me.
Give me the recognition I am due.
I am the embodiment of a woman.
A woman that has always been true.
Do not take my love for granted.
Do not toss me aside like a jacket that is worn.
Many of you have heard the saying;
“There is nothing like a woman scorned”.
My heart is a precious gift.
Do not give me pleasure, and then give me pain.
Do not disrespect my body.
Do not take my name in vain.
Please remember who I am.
Acknowledge who I will be in the end.
Know that someday with or without you.
I will be someone’s mother, sister or friend.
Copyright © Derrick Richardson | Year Posted 2006
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Starry eyed.
So mystified.
Life can seem so weary.
Clearer mind.
Out of time.
Hoping that he hears me.
Running mind.
No time to hide.
Intoxicated feeling.
Hidden truth.
Forever true.
Heart continually healing.
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Youthful heart.
Lost in dark.
Feelings tend to sway.
Love to live.
Life is gift.
So many things to say.
Little one.
Not yet done.
Beauty has remained.
Always loved.
Reminded of…
So many things obtained.
Wanting more.
Out the door.
Now to chase the dream.
Angelic face.
Just a taste.
Life not what it seem.
Starry eyed.
Willing pride.
Oh…what a price to pay?
Battle won.
Shining sun.
Welcoming the new day.
Copyright © Derrick Richardson | Year Posted 2008
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What shall a man profit if he gains the world?
And the desires of his heart he gets to behold.
Would one see this as a fair trade?
If in the process he loses his soul.
Could a price be placed on such a unique gift?
That came from the Lord himself.
Why would a man make such an ignorant choice?
When in the end he shall have nothing left.
The glamour of this world may cloud ones judgment
But should it come at the price of their soul.
Your soul may seem worthless while you’re alive.
But in the end you will find it is worth more than gold.
The treasures of this world may seem very tempting.
But where shall they get you in the end.
Yes, you may get all the fame and glory you desire.
But they have led to the folly of many men.
We should take each victory a day at a time
Due to all God has blessed us with.
But the choices of man will not yet be sublime.
Until we know God’s wrath is not a myth.
Copyright © Derrick Richardson | Year Posted 2005
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I will not succumb to who you want me to be.
I will be like the eagle, agile and free.
I will sing my song of liberty.
I am who I am.
I am who I will be.
I will not fight when I am wrong.
I will not give in just to belong.
I will forever be strong.
I am who I am.
My heart will sing its song.
I will be wise, cunning, and clever.
I will speak my mind to whomever.
Sometime I may bite my tongue but however
I am who I am.
My soul will fight forever.
I will give respect when it is due.
I will be wise in all I do.
My word will never be those you misconstrue.
I am who I am.
My words will always be true.
Sometimes I may not be inclined to agree.
There is much in the world I have to see.
I will be like the eagle, agile and free.
I am who I am.
I am who I will be.
Copyright © Derrick Richardson | Year Posted 2006
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Why worry about a world,
In which you will never be perceived.
Dwelling on intangible dreams
That will never be conceived.
Never given an option,
Just going with the flow.
Hoping that you will be happy ,
Wherever life bids you to go.
Never really having a place to belong
Existing as an object of pity.
Never feeling like you’re good enough
No matter how smart or witty.
How should one cope with things?
Life is so hard and unfair.
Left alone to sit and ponder
The reasons why you still care.
Times will continually pass,
But you will stay a slave of your own mind.
Giving up hope of escaping its confinements.
Accepting the roles you are assigned.
Forever hoping your days will brighten.
Maybe tomorrow will be that day.
A time when you can finally rest
And throw your constraints away.
If only it were today.
If only.
Copyright © Derrick Richardson | Year Posted 2009
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There shall be a time when pain shall not exist;
And hurt and disappointment shall dissipate.
When Romeo shall once more enjoy Juliet’s kiss;
And not a soul will be afraid to face fate.
During a glorious time when there shall be no needs;
When every child shall have their filling.
And death’s venomous bite shall never impede;
When there is no need for fruitless killing.
Abundant of glorious lands and places to behold;
Innocence shall take hold of yourheart.
Where the measure of your wealth is not in gold;
And souls shall be given a new start.
An age that is not impossible to someday obtain;
A secret not seen with the naked eyes.
An age of history absent of pain;
When angels shall fill the skies.
Copyright © Derrick Richardson | Year Posted 2005
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Do not cry my friend
Rest your weary head
Forget about all your tasks
Lay yourself to bed
Do not worry my friend
Gently rest you feet
Relax as though you a baby
Listening to a mother’s heartbeat
Do not stress my friend
Cast your burdens away
Enjoy the feeling of a new morning
Capture the opportunity of a new day.
Do not forget my friend
Love conquers all
Remember you must search for it
Never forget its call
Do not run away my friend
You will not face your trials alone
There is always someone standing beside you
You will never be on your own.
Do not despair my friend
Hope is renewed each day
Always will I be there for you
There is nothing more to say.
Copyright © Derrick Richardson | Year Posted 2006
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Longing for that someone to hold,
Going against everything you've been told,
Bringing comfort to your soul
Love
Sharing everything you've be through,
Whispering the words I need you
Always and forever staying true.
Love
Crying for that someone at night
Gently holding your pillow tight
Knowing that everything will be alright.
Love
Never wanting anything, just happy to be
Never in the mood to disagree
Using someone else’s eyes to see
Love
Knowing when to say goodbye
Never having a reason to cry
Knowing that it’s well will never run dry
Love
Copyright © Derrick Richardson | Year Posted 2005
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