Emotionally Charged

 Anger explodes,

 sadness spills over,

to wracking sobs,

and happiness builds to a raging crescendo,

But suppressed anger

builds quietly,

and devises plans

to escape, in disguise, slowly 

with intent.

Tenuous Fitness

Pride comes before a fall

So watch your step.

Fiery Relationship

Scorched,

Warm even though 

no longer burning,

a glowing ember 

ready to consume

any that steps into its surroundings.

Holding fast,

rigid,

cold and defiant,

standing ground,

ice against

the devastation of fire.

All 'Consuming' Fear

New cars are safer than old cars,

Good running shoes prevent injuries,

Anti-aging creams will prevent old ugliness,

Chia seeds will help improve longevity,

Fences will keep you safe from crime,

Monitors will prevent your baby from dying,

House alarms,

Sunblock,

Travel Insurance,

Warranties...

Incompatible

Hit the reset button,

start again,

 frustration,

no, not compatible,

time to upgrade.

Doubtful Talent

And while the talented are restrained

and wondering,

hand-wringing with doubt

The confident 

brandish with pride and zeal

imaginary gifts.

Put Your F*cking Jacket On!!!

And what makes me angriest about it

is that I feel

that I've raised children

unfit to live in the wild.

Unexpected Twist?

Life is a mysterious beast,

when you think you've got it whipped

it turns on you.

Eventually you realise

that each page 

simply needs to be read

and turned over.

My Head Hurts

Thinking is exhausting

and worry has more shades than just primary colours.

Intelligence is also an ally of evil

planning is not just for the kind.

The gift of intelligence 

is not always graciously received,

or carefully nurtured,

in unkind hands

Ice Queen

Fun things to do with ice:

Add to alcohol,

build a snowman, go ice skating.

 But the only way to warm her

might be

 to light a fire.

Secret Garden

I prefer a hidden entrance,

a little wander though a secret garden,

not just an opening,

but a journey to a delightful destination.

Yes, doesn't that sound swell...

Angry Inmate

We are all locked in,

bound in a vessel we didn't choose

and with limited ability to modify.

And if we could burst through,

make a suicidal dash towards freedom

What then...

Over Exposed

Judge me,

De-friend me,

Don't laugh at my inappropriate jokes.

Eventually,

When all the rocks are thrown,

My little diamonds 

Will be sparkling beside me.

Shame or Strain

Weakness has its own advantage

Others pitch in to make up 

for the notable deficiencies.

Strength and independence,

has its own cross to bear,

because it must keep carrying itself.

Bed Fellow

 Tactile relief that makes the body sigh.

Warm, massaging droplets of water,

Enveloping steam a welcome companion.

Familiar smelling sheets,

A pillow waiting to cradle your head. 

  Vulnerable, curled up body.

Nestled safe in bed.

My Life at Stake!

Not known for my restraint

It's unlikely I would be tolerated

Any more than an unwelcome hive of bees.

Word Forecast

We've had a period

of fine, clear, pages, 

caused by low pressure.

There's a high pressure moment coming,

and pages will be full to bursting,

of thunderous, torrents,

of tatty pages.

Inspiration. 

Rage!!!!

Those people that bring out the worst in you

and before you know it

you're imagining doing things 

you'd never usually think of...

Unfaithful Body

And the traitor reveals my age,

And the traitor exposes my weakness,

And the traitor denies my spirit,

 of what it reaches for...

Help Yourself...

Blah, blah, blah,

'self help' book, 

I don't need them.

Oh look!

This 'self help' book

helped me to 'help myself'

Making Tracks

No choice, no thought,

follow the path 

and reach a predetermined 

destination.

Or,

thrash your own path,

bravely step into the unknown!

Let your mind and your feet

wander together.

Trusty Heart or Hearty Trust?

Take wise counsel

chew it over

then swallow or spit.

Follow the sound of your heart,

believe in it,

it beats your rhythm everyday...