Small choices can have the longest, most far-reaching consequences...
Category: Poetry
The Dream – A Poem
Is that all I am, a gear? Turning and turning until I'm too old to be useful, whereupon I can be set aside to rust out of sight... My thoughts dwell in the dark this day.
The Heart – A Poem
No, I suppose love isn't something you can normally describe with charnel imagery, but all the best words (and combinations thereof) have already been taken.
Her Presence – A Poem
Ever look at the Moon and think? Not about anything in particular, but just *think*... I do sometimes.
My Command – A Poem
What is it about boys wanting to be soldiers? Far be it from me to ponder such things, given that I held my own command...
The Crutch: A Poem
A load shared is a load halved...
The Weight: A Poem
So the dance begins again, a waltz betwixt head and heart -- what I want to do versus what I should do. Prisoners are we, locked in prisons of flesh and bone, locked in lesser versions of ourselves. Go, break out.
The Sand Shed: A Poem
A poem about loved ones lost, fond memories and my own time running out. I'd say enjoy, but it's not that kind of poem. Reflect, rather...
I Love You, Dad
Ugh, Family... There's not a perfect one on planet Earth. My thoughts dwell on family this day, specifically my Father; inspiration and voice of reason both.
The Wolf That Lived: A Poem
I weep, but not for me Flesh and bone, flesh and bone Turn my sorrow into lead Pull salt from sea Rip cloud from sky I'll tear it all asunder Moon is rising Light is fading Blood is spilling Revenge is my name Daughter of the damned Do you hear my howl? Do you see … Continue reading The Wolf That Lived: A Poem
AJ Carney 