I am fundamentally fictional --- a legend passed down day to day. Hero to none, villain to many, afterthought to most.
By Lizzy Rose7 months ago in Poets
Trumpets sound to the tune of my own creation A tune for me the god you see ~ Flying high, swollen pride,
By Paul Stewart7 months ago in Poets
When I was small and sick in bed, she'd sit beside me, stroke my head. No words, no fuss, just warmth so near— her palm, a shield from pain and fear.
By Fazal Hadi7 months ago in Poets
Beneath the cloak of silent skies, An owl awoke with ancient eyes. Its feathers brushed the midnight air, A whisper born of thought and care.
By Emma 7 months ago in Poets
Upon the roof in silver light, A cat appeared in the hush of night. Its paws were soft, its steps unseen, A shadow stitched in moonlit sheen.
By Mahmood Afridi7 months ago in Poets
Standing on the sidelines, yearning for inclusion Fed up with my status, immunocompromised A health ranking since Covid Often leaves me feeling left out
By Marilyn Glover7 months ago in Poets
you left on a Tuesday, without drama, without slamming doors— just silence, the kind that hums behind your ears long after the room goes still.
You are only three And you are only seven Two little perfect princes Sent down to me from heaven I love you both more than you know
By K. C. Wexlar7 months ago in Poets
Our fathers were brothers, but we didn’t know each other well. They announced his death in the family group chat, with a rosary schedule posted like an invitation.
By Gilayna Joy7 months ago in Poets
I don’t want to say goodbye, not to the life I’ve known. The monsters I’ve met while walking down dark alleys alone have taught me how to properly use my soul.
By Sadie Bowler7 months ago in Poets
She lifts the flowers to the sky, so wide, As if her heart with them would glide. A scarf of peace, a robe of grace, No sorrow dwells upon her face.
By Fazal Malik7 months ago in Poets
You left your door wide open and invited me in. I am here to stay so let the party begin. I make you sweat, worry, and have you spreading yourself thin.
By Andre The First7 months ago in Poets
