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Those Childhood Days

I keep thinking back a long, long time ago.
Where in the world does all the time go?
I am thinking back when we were kids.
Life was simple. No one flipped their lids.
We would dream about being older.
We would be bigger & much more bolder.
We figured we wouldn’t hate girls then.
We didn’t know how or why or even when.
We had too much fun building forts.
Exploring & catching frogs with warts.
Shooting targets with our sling shots.
Getting praise for the targets we got.
Riding bikes all over the place.
Sometimes, we would even have a race.
We had so many things to do.
We always had some gum to chew.
Relationships were not on our mind.
They would be eventually, given time.
But, then, we were too busy being boys.
Making the most of all our toys.
We played a lot of games & things.
No worries what each day would bring.
Somewhere along the way we got older.
We got bigger & we got bolder.
Girls played a part in our lives.
If she was ‘hot’ we gave it a try.
Soon, emotions became a major thing.
Many other things puberty would bring.
It was a radical change to become a man.
Yet, childhood had its place in the land.
Without it I wouldn’t be who I am.
It has made me, overall, a better man.

—————————–R. W. Johnson—–(2016)

A Short Look At Health

I decided it is time to get healthy.
So I did a bunch of research to see.
I found I needed moderate exercise.
7-8 hours of sleep before I arise.
Major changes to my eating habits.
I would have to eat more like a rabbit.
If it came from God, it is okay.
If processed, discard, without delay.
Eat only grass fed dairy products.
Go organic is part of the process.
Most meats are perfectly fine.
Always keep ‘grass fed’ in mind.
Eggs from ‘free range’ chickens.
Wrong oil is worse than the dickens.
No trans fat. No vegetable oil.
Nothing rancid or that will spoil.
Coconut, olive, macadamia nut oils.
All are good. Less likely to spoil.
Forbid wheat, gluten, or grains.
They will cause you Arthritic pain.
Not to mention celiac disease.
Play it safe, if you please.
Avoid all types of sugar at all cost.
Use of honey or Stevia is not lost.
Artificial sweeteners are not worth it.
Don’t take the chance. Don’t take the risk.
Look into all of this on your own.
In time, your knowledge will have grown.
You will see the wisdom in all this.
Then do likewise. Start feeling really fit.

—————————-R. W. Johnson—–(2016)

When Man Plays God

Let’s talk about something new.
You have heard of the common flu.
But, have you heard of flu from hell?
Made in a lab by—–I won’t tell.

Stephen King’s “The Stand” is here.
There is much for us to fear.
It will spread like wild fire.
Destroying all. I’m not a liar

It could be released at any time.
Rapidly killing what’s yours & mine.
One percent may be immune.
If you’re lucky, or on the moon.

It won’t be a pleasant way to go.
It will be fast, at least. Not slow.
Very painful, to say the least.
No protection from ‘the beast.’

Is this what the world is coming to?
I would take action, if I were you.
Do all you can to prevent such a thing.
Make people aware of what it can bring.

Don’t let man destroy himself.
By an act of stupidity. What else?
When man plays God the result is bad.
The end result is always sad.

It’s true. Pride goes before a fall.
Man is the proudest race of all.
But, there is limits to what man can do.
The end result will be the end of you.

————————–R. W. Johnson—–(2016)

Mother Earth Cries For Help

The 6th extinction is now upon us.
Many species have turned to dust.
They say man is the major cause.
He has broken all of nature’s laws.

Pollution in almost every form.
It has destroyed, as nature mourns.
Genetic manipulation of nature’s ways.
It’s bound to send you to an early grave.

Too many humans. No room for all.
First, the lesser species take the fall.
Rape Mother Earth and pay the price.
You will see—– it just isn’t nice.

As a species, man’s days are numbered.
How will it end? Has anyone wondered?
Can anything be done to stop it all?
Or, is man heading for his final fall?

Sit back and give it some thought.
What has your actions wrought?
Is there anything that you can do?
Then , get others to do the same too.

————————-R. W. Johnson—–(2016)

Being The Man

A time comes in every life
when it’s time to put away the strife.
Time to knuckle down and under.
Have your fun without the plunder.
Be a respectful citizen.
Do whatever it takes to win.
But, in a way that is fair to all.
Don’t be a tyrant before the fall.
In the end, it comes back to you.
You will be respected too.
You will be a giant in the community.
This is good. It is not lunacy.
Strive to be a man among men.
You will always be remembered then.
Your legacy will be very great.
Though, your glory may come too late.
You won’t be a black mark in history.
But, someone who all will want to be.
Take pride in all that you do.
I know, it won’t mean much to you.
But, many others will benefit.
Others, who will copy your wit.
They will make their marks too.
And it all will have started with you.

———————R. W. Johnson—–(2016)

The Ups & Downs Of Life

Ups & Downs Of Life

I have been around.
I have done the town.
I have been dumped.
I have been stumped.
Yet, it goes around.
Spinning down , down.
Life goes on despite it all.
A great time before the fall.
You’ll have your ups & downs.
Don’t go around wearing a frown.
Life is a merry go round.
Your down in April, up in May.
Karma will come around they say.
Ride the highs & slip through the lows.
The ups & downs is how it goes.
Take the good with the bad.
In the end you will be glad.
Sooner or later you’ll meet the one.
She will go with you. It will be fun.
Ups and downs to share together.
Sticking together through any weather.
Someone to share it all with you.
If you stick together like glue,
life will be wonderful for you.
It’s the best thing you can do.
Like birds of a feather.
No matter what, stick together.
Make your lives a bed of roses.
Heaven on earth. Be glad you chose it.
It will complete your life here.
It is the best. Make that clear.

———————-R. W. Johnson—–(2016)

Ode To 2016

Ode to 2016

2016 is finally here.
Don’t know if I should cry or cheer.
Things look rough in the world right now.
Yet, I feel we will make it through somehow.
Things could be worse. They could always be better.
I still have family. We still get together.
My health is fair. Working to improve it.
You value your health, the older you get.
I hope your new year is great.
Still, be sure to not tempt fate.
Make sure your religious life is in order.
Things indicate we are on the border.
I don’t want to preach gloom and doom.
I hope love in your life will bloom.
Whatever is in store, keep the faith.
Make the right choice before it’s too late.
Be thankful for all you have every day.
Have a great year is all I can say.
2016 here we come.
Hope you all have a lot of fun.

—————————————R. W. Johnson—–(2016)

Today Is The Day To Find The Way

Are you ready? Get your life in order.
It’s coming soon. Run for the border.
If you’re in love, make sure it’s strong.
The end is coming. It won’t be long.
All that can be shaken will be shaken.
There will be little giving, much taking.
Who do you trust with your life?
Make sure that that person is right.
Just hang on to what you’ve got.
They’ll try to take it, as likely as not.
Follow the one who has no gun.
He’ll keep you safe while on the run.
His power is from on high.
You can be sure, He won’t let you die.
I hope your loved ones are with you.
It’s their only chance of getting through.
They will hit you with their best shot.
But, do not worry. That’s all they got.
You’ll be safe in the hands of Him.
There is no way that they can win.
If you don’t agree with the signs of the times.
Just pray a little and see what comes to mind.
He is working to bring you in.
Get you to turn your back on sin.
Give Him a chance. That’s all it takes.
Why fool around and tempt the fates?

——————————–R. W. Johnson—–(2015)

Christmas Words Of Wisdom

This time of year is an amazing thing.
It is a time when many hearts sing.
The love of Christmas is here.
Even though there is much to fear.
It is a time for brotherly love.
Time to remember Him up above.
Time for good will to one another.
Wish the best for even your step mother.
Christmas comes but once a year.
It is a time to give good cheer.
So tighten your belt and do your best.
Family is the most important thing yet.
Love them all with all your heart.
A time will come when you will be torn apart.
Separated by death or distance or?
Take the time to love one another more.
Always remember. This day is for you.
So take great care in all you say and do.

———————————-R. W. Johnson—–(2015)

Rhymes For The Current Time

Little boy blue, come blow your horn.
The sheep are in the garden, the cows are in the corn.
Who wrote this sappy little rhyme?
At the least, they should be doing jail time.
Sheep & cows could care less for horn music.
Send out the dog, he’ll herd them, you see.
Such blitherings are lost in translation.
They almost sound like incantations.
But then, I guess I can’t complain.
Some of the current stuff is pretty lame.
Like “The Elf Song.” Vulgar as hell.
Don’t be singing it or I will tell.
Other vernaculars of this age
display a sample of daily rage.
I won’t bother to repeat one here.
Almost any of them will make it clear.
Lets clean up our act folks.
Make them clean without the jokes.
Have it come from deep inside.
The results will open eyes wide.
I will leave the content up to you.
Use your imagination; you’ll come through.

——————————————–R. W. Johnson—–(2015)