Month: July 2015

Your Birthday

      Your Birthday

A birthday comes but once a year.

There is really nothing to fear.

A birthday means you are still alive.

If they stop it means you’ve died.

All your friends will wish you well.

They hope you are doing swell.

They say you’re as old as you feel.

Hopefully, you are still able to kneel.

Bow down and give thanks to God.

Thank Him for another year. It’s not odd.

Take time to party with friends and family.

I hope things are as good as they can be.

I always say I am as young as my mind.

I have enjoyed childhood a long, long time.

Life is what you make it to be.

Keep a positive outlook and you will see.

Wonderful things will come your way.

You will enjoy every single day.

A birthday is icing on the cake.

So make the most of it. It’s what it takes.

It is your personal holiday, just for you.

Make the most of it. I will too.

————————————-R. W. Johnson—–(2015)

 

No Gamble At All

      No Gamble At All

It’s a toss of the coin. Yes or no.

Which way will you go?

It is sweeter than you’ll ever be.

On this point, we can both agree.

Drop the coin into the slot.

Take the ticket. Do it, or not.

If the ticket says “Go for it!”,

you will have to bite the bit.

Knuckle down and give it a try.

It may bring a sparkle to your eye.

I’m waiting for the answer,  by and by.

When the time has finally arrived,

will you do it and remain alive?

It is something we all want to do.

Even someone as stubborn as you.

There really is no gamble at all.

But, it must be done before the fall.

Many others have found the path.

Do not worship a golden calf.

Do what your heart is telling you.

Become a brother and/or sister too.

In the end it’s a matter of choice.

Just listen to that still, small voice.

You’ll be welcomed with open arms.

Just bring it, with all your charms.

———————————-R. W. Johnson—–(2015)

 

He Dislikes The Modern Ways

 

      He Dislikes The Modern Ways

In modern times and modern ways

you don’t want to be a flake.

Yet, you say ‘It’s not for me.’

What is it you want it to be?

 

No gay marriages, no living together.

Till your married, don’t lie together.

No foul language on TV.

No sexual situations for us to see.

No disgusting magazines.

No nude pictures or anything.

No smut on the internet to see.

No pornographic sites, paid or free.

No to x-rated movies, or even R.

Keep your men out of the bars.

Ban alcohol & cigarettes.

Ban all drugs and nude silhouettes.

Treat all races as equal.

Don’t wait for the sequel.

Love your neighbor as yourself.

Don’t put down others because of their wealth.

Stop all murder, stealing, and violence.

If it’s not nice, just remain silent.

Filthy, foul language has got to go.

Become one of them in the know.

There is so much more we can do without.

That’s enough to settle any doubt.

 

It seems you’re talking heaven here.

Nothing else is even near.

Now you got my drift.

For this world, I’m not fit.

————————————R. W. Johnson—–(2015)

 

 

 

 

 

The End Is Nearer Than You Think

 

      The End Is Nearer Than You Think

I’m gonna help with my own two hands.

I can cook the food, though I am a man.

Since I am here, I will help anyway I can.

I can do a lot with my own two hands.

 

It is a time when all should try to help.

Do all you can. Make your effort felt.

Make it so sweet, her heart will melt.

The fact that you will try is a big help.

 

The economy has completely collapsed.

We must live in communes. That’s a fact.

Do your share. Even if it’s to kill rats.

To put off starvation, we hunt in packs.

 

The community garden must grow.

It is shared by all. Eat till you’re full.

Then repay by coughing up some dough.

We will buy more seeds to grow.

 

Times are bad. Can you dig a latrine?

It will be used by all,—– it seems.

The sanitation that it brings

will be worth everything.

 

How long will this misery go on?

Been barely hanging on for so long.

Somehow, the economy MUST get strong.

If it doesn’t happen soon, I will be gone.

 

Yes, this could happen to you.

You could be living there soon to.

To think it can’t is to be a fool.

The end is coming for me & you.

———————————–R. W. Johnson—–(2015)

 

 

 

 

Could It Haved Worked?

 

      Could It Have Worked?

I am facing a storm in my life.

I bide my time & avoid the strife.

I handle it in my usual way.

Waiting for the right time to say.

 

This will pass like all before it.

Time is a good repair kit.

Things like this can’t be avoided.

There is no way to destroy it.

Just take it in stride & roll along.

Things will be normal before long.

 

I wish you the very best.

May you find happiness.

I hope you find along your way.

Someone who will make your day.

 

You deserve the very best.

No reason to second guess.

Our connection caused sparks.

It really set our worlds apart.

 

This will pass like all before it.

Time is a good repair kit.

Things like this can’t be avoided.

There is no way to destroy it.

Just take it in stride & roll along.

Things will be normal before long.

 

Don’t suggest there is a way.

Don’t say it will work out o.k.

If you try to nurture  the spark.

It might ignite your heart.

 

The result would be tragedy.

It is not a way to be free.

It wouldn’t work out by and by.

We are too different, so don’t even try.

 

This will pass like all  before it.

Time is a good repair kit.

Things like this can’t be avoided.

There is no way to destroy it.

Just take it in stride & roll along.

Things will be normal before long.

 

She has accepted my final plea.

She has gone away from me.

If it could never work out,

Why do I feel like a roust about?

———————————R. W. Johnson—–(2015)

 

 

 

 

Love Is Found

      Love Is Found

Am I what you’ve been looking for?

Seems like we both have been here before.

They say I can be many things.

But, I’m not an angel with wings.

I have my faults, like everyone else.

I’ve made mistakes and taken the belts.

I am sure you have been there too.

No one wants to look like a fool.

The best I can do is to just be me.

If that is the person you want me to be,

then, we will have less problems for sure.

If you are what I need, it will occur.

This could be the start of something good.

As long as we are both open, like we should.

Any difficulties that occur can be overcome.

The sum of the two is better than one.

Once we are like a well oiled machine.

There will be no ending to you and me.

I would lay down my life for you.

Provided I know you will always be true.

I hope you feel the same about me.

Then, eternal bliss is all I can see.

We have each been on our own for awhile.

We each have learned to live in this style.

There are adjustments that need to be made.

All well worth it to have it made in the shade.

The bottom line is love conquers all.

Never doubt this. It is the law.

It is the law of the heart.

The heart of those who will never part.

We can get there, if we try.

I’m not perfect but, I am a nice guy.

————————————–R. W. Johnson —–(2015)

 

 

Self Turn On

 

      Self Turn On

What makes you come alive?

Is it the way you take all in stride?

Is it mystery & adventure of life?

Is it the love you have for your wife?

If single, what turns you on?

The love of all who come along?

Do you live life on the edge?

Taking risks and pushing the hedge?

Are you the isolative type?

A good book is your biggest hype?

Do you make an effort to look for love?

Or, does it come to you, like love from above?

Do you enjoy watching others?

Wondering what it is they utter?

They mumble to themselves as they go along.

Maybe they hear voices? Could that be wrong?

Maybe you’re a TV addict?

Watching the tube, you’re really at it.

Maybe it is technical interest of any kind.

Convoluted enough to blow your mind.

Maybe gambling gives you a thrill?

Blowing your own money at your own will?

Maybe ‘hot’ cars is your turn on?

Racing a mean machine. Better than a bong.

Playing or watching sports of any kind?

That might be just what you have in mind.

Whatever it is, does it serve the need?

Is it something you want to retrieve?

Is it something that is good for you?

Or, is it something you shouldn’t do?

Self evaluation & understanding may help.

Something that will make her heart melt.

Make you someone she can look up to.

Instead of someone who only turns on you.

—————————————-R. W. Johnson—–(2015)

Crazy Love, Or Lack Of

      Crazy Love, Or Lack Of

This is not a marriage, it is an arrangement.

Our romance has been put into containment.

Intimately speaking, you don’t want me to touch you.

Intimately speaking, touching me, you won’t do.

All is off limits for an unknown reason.

I would almost think that you are teasing.

But, you are not. you’re as serious as a heart attack.

After years of marriage, I don’t know what to think of that.

Could it be you have a new love interest?

You deny this. No boyfriend or mistress.

You just will not discuss the matter.

It leaves me with my thoughts all scattered.

There seems no way to get to the bottom of this.

Apparently, in some way, I have been remiss.

It’s a lover’s question I’d like to know?

This whole thing is a brand new show.

The whole thing leads to extreme frustration.

It can’t even be fixed with masturbation.

Who do you see when this problem happens?

To a ‘sex therapist’? I doubt it would change the action.

This is something only women can understand.

It is not something that is rational for a man.

——————————————————————R. W. Johnson—–(2015)

 

 

Survival Has It’s Cost

      Survival Has It’s Cost

Struggling along through the burning sand,

while I hold my loved ones hand.

We help each other along.

The end will come. It won’t be long.

We have heavy packs upon our backs.

We even have some food in a few sacks.

Our water is starting to get low.

We don’t know how much further we can go.

We are being pursued for our food.

Someone is following. Stuck to us like glue.

If we can get through this desert,

we will be able to find solid dirt.

Then we can make better time.

Get to my brother’s house & be fine.

His place is deep in the mountains.

It is well guarded & near a fountain.

He has a large storehouse of supplies.

He awaits our arrival. He & his wife.

As we rest, I see the man. He is near.

I yell for him to stop, with fear.

He fires a shot at me. I duck for cover.

I grab my rifle & blow him off his feet.

He doesn’t move. Just lies in the heat.

I am shaking & cry out to the Lord.

“Why must I fight this crazy hoard?”

“Must I kill them all to survive?”

“Should I totally depend on you to stay alive?”

“Or, do I do what I can to help myself?”

“Let you handle everything else?”

We continue on across the burning sands.

Finally, we see some foliage on the land.

In a couple days we are in the mountains.

We thank God for our blessings as we count them.

It will still take days to reach his home.

We pray to God that we are not alone.

We have water now. There is small game.

We can survive.—– That much is plain.

My brother’s house finally comes into sight.

My walkie talkie reaches him in the night.

He is waiting when we reach the door.

I said “ I don’t want to kill anymore.”

We all pray for the Lord’s protection.

I ask forgiveness, with no exceptions.

The time of trouble has arrived.

All we wanted was to survive.

Live till we see our Lord in the sky.

Pray we’re saved and will not fry.

—————————————-R. W. Johnson—–(2015)