The wild, the crazy, am I? Carefree and flowing like the wind The rush of air like the skydiver falling through space Mothers open arms bring a welcoming embrace Comfort, Joy, and laughter Security found in familiar arms Never let go Hold fast to that anchor Pulled apart by the locomotive gliding over steel rails … Continue reading Am I
Author: Dr. J. G. Chavez III
RISE
Scanning the world we see vacant people People who are shadows of what they should be Conformist, posers and pogues lead the way So why is there no one that has the courage The courage to stand up and shout Shout for our rights just as our forefathers did Who raised their proud … Continue reading RISE
All To Be Called American
Three generations before I was born Assimilate and become part of this country my forefathers declared Parents conformed and gave us names more American Now I am Johnny, Juan no more Juan only at home, behind closed doors. Juan only when I am in trouble and about to get the chancla. English speaking schools, English only at … Continue reading All To Be Called American
The Hunter
Hunkered down close to the earth, the ground covered with debris The smell is potent and filled with primal stench Toes curl pulling earth closer, a slight breeze sends pest flying Gnarling teeth gnash, saliva drips from cracked lips The scent of flesh and blood floats in the air, nostrils begin to flair Large bulging … Continue reading The Hunter
Skinny Jeans and Pockets?
So what is up with those skinny jeans? Skinny jeans and their pockets Pockets that hide so well the few pennies that have been saved Skinny jeans and their saran wrapped legs Skinny-jeaned legs that end at sneaker covered feet forever seeking work Meaningless work that matters only if fuels the means A means to an … Continue reading Skinny Jeans and Pockets?
The Road Forward
Sometimes the road we weave is deeper than the ocean Our soul sings for far too many open ended possibilities Very little light shows the way Clouded the visions are in the mind Flashing by in rapid successions The drowsiness that comes slowly calls the names Come to me Rest Feel my embrace The warmth … Continue reading The Road Forward
The End of the Road
Do we know when we will die? Do we truly ever understand the nature of our mortality? We rush through the day letting little moments pass us by. We fail to see those things that are precious to us. We fail to see those things that make life worth living. We fight with our spouses, … Continue reading The End of the Road
Decapant (The Stripper)
I see you walking by Your short skirt Your stiletto heels Skin tight wraps that leaves nothing to the imagination. You think your hot You think your sexy What you really are is fresh bait for the taking. Meat to be put through the grinder. "Stop!! No!!" you shout, "I’m not that type of girl!" … Continue reading Decapant (The Stripper)
The Madness That Comes
Have you ever felt the madness? The madness that dreams of things dark and secret Glorifying it is, like the shining glint of steel as it swings through the air It is like hands pulling hair from root, it brings a smile that grows broader It is like wicked eyes glaring in the moment filling … Continue reading The Madness That Comes
Stirring the Soul
Visions, apparitions, float over the paths before us Success and victory a constant meditation The word deep in our heart brings light to the darkened path The journey without focus, lack of commitment, hopeless without dedication Measuring the steps taken, wondering what has been accomplished Life in general, day after day the blood flows through … Continue reading Stirring the Soul
