Category: Factual

Based on true incidents

Wildfire Ravings

                Wildfire Ravings

Surrounded by wildfires for the past week.

Breathing hazardous air that really reeks.

Praying the fires don’t come this way.

It gets more stressful every day.

Hoping we don’t have to evacuate.

It’s almost more than I can take.

Everyone here feels the same.

All they are doing seems in vain.

Finally, a report of rain on the way.

It’s a week away, is all they would say.

Thousands of fire fighters from all over.

Just to keep us from pushing up clover.

35 dead with the number growing.

Many are gone with no one knowing.

Billions of dollars gone up in smoke.

It is definitely enough to make you choke.

Stress can be a killer factor.

Wondering if we will be told to scatter.

May you never have to go through this.

It is something you’d be glad to miss.

Maybe not as bad as being in hell.

But, not far off, from what I can tell.

——————————–R.W. Johnson—–(2017)

Only One Way

                    Only One Way                 

I turned on the TV to watch a show.

It was the same old shoot em up and rodeo.

Another hurricane, another tornado.

Maybe I should listen to the radio.

Everywhere the horrible news kept pouring in.

This is a terrible place drowning in sin.

I want a better life for you and me.

We must escape so we can be free.

But, there is very little we can do.

Because you can never run away from you.

To do that you need a new heart.

Be born again with a new start.

There is only one known way it can be done.

Surrender yourself to the heavenly One.

Everything then will fall into place.

It won’t get rid of the violence and hate.

But, it will give you all you need.

So you can make it through feeling freed.

You will give it all to Him.

He will carry you then.

You will know you’re future is assured.

You’re going home. He gave you His word.

————————————–R.W. Johnson—–(2017)

 

 

 

Motivation

                       Motivation

Long ago, we would take pride.

To climb a mountain to see what’s on the other side.

It seems now there are now more mountains to climb.

Are we done while still in our prime?

Instead of literal mountains, there are others.

In science, space exploration, whatever your druthers.

Search for answers to the unknown.

Answers to mysteries can be shown.

We have much left yet to explore.

Is that opportunity knocking on your door?

Pick a topic and dive right in.

You say you don’t know where to begin?

Research is a good starting place.

See what others have learned to date.

Become an expert in your field.

Whatever it is, there is much to be revealed.

Whether you are touching on things to change the world.

Or, just an imaginary world you bring to herald.

Whatever it is, always do your best.

The results will be excellent, I would guess.

It will make a better man of you.

A better world to slip into.

——————————————————-R.W. Johnson—–(2017)

 

The Mandela Effect

              The Mandela Effect

Have you heard of the Mandela Effect?

It seems most people have not yet.

This is what they say it displays.

It is unbelievable in every way.

People remember Mandela as a leader.

The South Africa head honcho leader.

Others say he died in prison.

What do you remember of this schism?

One or the other scenario is right.

To say both are right leads to a fight.

Yet, how can both be right?

It is enough to make you uptight.

Is it a parallel universe crossover?

Has the matrix theory blown its cover?

There is something to be said for all this.

It gives life in general a real twist.

Lots of other things don’t add up.

Usually small things that don’t disrupt.

Can you notice something different ?

Very minor to which you are indifferent?

It’s a very strange world Master Jack.

Funny how this song states this fact.

It is something for us all to think on.

Like some hair is brown and others blonde.

If you think it is all a bunch of baloney.

Don’t feel bad, you won’t be lonely.

But, if there is something to it.

What does it mean? I have no clue to fit.

Just theories, one more mystery of life.

Tension so high you could cut it with a knife.

I will leave further contemplation to you.

Maybe you will come up with a legitimate clue.

—————————————-R.W. Johnson—–(2017)

 

Stress Is A Killer

              Stress Is A Killer

The stress is killing you. Let it go.

As the Paul McCartney song says. Let it be.

No one else really needs to know.

Let it go and you will be free.

Stress and worry is a killer.

It will bring you down.

It is worse than whipped cream filler.

Before long, you will no longer be around.

Get rid of stress, whatever it takes.

Exercise, vacation, even meditation.

You will sleep better and do better when awake.

I don’t think anyone needs that aggravation.

It manifests itself in a number of diseases.

You won’t be aware till it is too late.

With continued denial, it increases.

With the grim reaper, you will have a date.

Get rid of what is stressing you out.

Turn off the nightly news, if it’s the cause.

Maybe bills or health is what it’s about?

Time to sit back and take a pause.

Financial planners or doctors may help.

Relaxing music may do the trick.

Find what you like by checking Yelp.

Just don’t let relief give you the slip.

It can be a matter of life and death.

Something not to be ignored.

Take advantage of what you have left.

It is in your best interest, I implore.

—————————————-R.W. Johnson—–(2017)

Singers And Songwriters

            Singers And Songwriters

Singers and songwriters go through depression.

They use it as a form of expression.

They deliver a powerful message from deep in their sole.

They search through emotions and depressing lows.

They do the same when feeling high.

Use it as a source for reaching the sky.

Their songs are meaningful and can touch your heart.

Sometimes the content can tear you apart.

This is part of their creative ability.

To touch your heart with great agility.

You can identify with each word of the song.

The end is coming. It won’t be long.

But, you can play it again and again.

Play it until it is something within.

There is a song in almost anything.

Oh, what joy and beauty a song can bring.

If you have the skill to put such things to song.

You are highly blessed and where you belong.

Never give up on such a gift.

Too many people need the lift.

A world without music is no world at all.

It is a living hell with nowhere to fall.

So, enjoy whatever music rocks your boat.

For me, singers and songwriters get my vote.

—————————————————–R.W. Johnson—–(2017)

 

The Game Of Life

               The Game Of Life

There is a way through this maze called life.

Avoid the traps, manholes, and fights.

To have a fight must first come disagreement.

To avoid it usually means concede sent.

Be what they call the bigger man.

Concede your point, if you can.

The same with overwhelming emotions.

Such a thing can cause a commotion.

Maneuver around them as best you can.

Emotional scars will remain, like grains of sand.

In every endeavor we make in life.

It is a big game, often with strife.

To win this game will take much skill.

You can do it, if you have the will.

You can become an exceptional player.

Defeating each problem layer by layer.

Don’t stop on free parking. A mental breakdown.

Just move right on past with your head down.

Work on increasing your positives.

Work on decreasing your negatives.

The game of life can be tons of fun.

But, you can also feel under the gun.

It is all how you play the game.

Play to win. You will love what you gain.

———————————–R.W. Johnson—–(2017)

 

 

 

Time Is Running Out

             Time Is Running Out

I had visitors come to me in the night.

In dreams and visions that were out of sight.

Was it visitors from Never Land?

Maybe Tinkerbelle and Peter Pan?

No such thing was happening to me.

It was religious visions for me to see.

Angels guiding me to heavenly places.

I was shown many suffering faces.

Those on earth who are on the fence.

The valley of decision in their defense.

Will they choose the heavenly path?

Or, be led astray by the devil, at last?

The time to choose will be closing soon.

Don’t be caught baying at the moon.

I was told to spread the word.

Let people know what I saw and heard.

Everything that can be shaken will be.

If you’re sealed, you will be free.

There is much to learn and little time to do it.

The end for such effort will be a heavenly trip.

There will be trouble here like never was.

Too horrible to describe. Turn to His love.

If you are His, you are never lost.

You can’t be taken from His hand at any cost.

Choose before probation closes.

Make the correct choice, like Moses.

You have freedom of choice.

You’re not an organic robitoid with no voice.

The day of the Lord is coming soon.

Tell Him your heart has plenty of room.

——————————-R.W. Johnson—–(2017)

 

 

 

Don’t Let It Be

            Don’t Let It Be

Lovers crying with a broken heart.

Love is tearing them apart.

Let it be. Let it be.

War is brewing in the news.

People drinking too much booze.

Let it be. Let it be.

People being killed off daily.

Many people headed for Hades.

Let it be. Let it be.

Speaking words of wisdom. Let it be.

Storms and starvation in the news.

Disease and infestation, increased blues.

Let it be. Let it be.

Tornadoes and earthquakes.

Hurricanes and riotous hate.

Let it be. Let it be.

Volcanoes and forest fires.

Floods and sinful desires.

Let it be. Let it be.

Speaking words of wisdom. Let it be.

This you hear from the pulpits now.

Love Jesus. All will be fine somehow.

Let it be. Let it be.

No warning will lead to death.

In eternal life, you must invest.

Do not think just let it be.

Get all your choices in line.

You are running out of time.

Don’t let it be. Let it be.

The end is coming very soon.

Preach it to all in the room.

Don’t let it be. Let it be.

Speaking words of wisdom. Don’t let it be.

————————R. W. Johnson—–(2017)

 

 

 

The Decision To Serve

     The Decision To Serve

He had heard some sort of call.

Oh, to be a fly on the wall.

To hear what transpired.

Too bad he wasn’t wired.

 

He showed up right on time.

Strip searched. He paid no mind.

Shown in to an inner room.

To meet someone there in the gloom.

 

What had he gotten into?

He felt the call. He was no fool.

It was a woman who met him there.

Non descript, except for her hair.

 

“You understand why you’re here?”

“I think so, but make it clear.”

“You’re here because you’re the chosen one.”

“You will lead us to Kingdom Come.”

 

“How can such a thing be done?”

“After all, I am insignificant to some.”

“You will be given all you need.”

“What’s in your heart is all you need.”

 

“Whatever your will. I am all yours.”

“I totally surrender all my fears.”

“You will be blessed my son.”

“You will be guided from the only One.”

 

If this was what it was like to surrender.

Would more people become a member?

Would more be soldiers for God?

Would more carry an iron rod?

 

For each of us it is a private matter.

Between you and your God, a ladder.

Many are chosen, few respond.

Be one of them that will go on.

 

God can use all who are willing.

Yes, it can, and will be thrilling.

How you’re used will fit your nature.

God, the creator, Knows your fate here.

 

Trust in Him with all your heart.

He is with you from the start.

You’ll never face more than you can bare.

He is with you everywhere.

——————————R.W. Johnson—–(2017)