What is the first sign of civilization? Let me guess. Fish hooks or clay pots? The expert responded: "No, it's not." The student asked: "What is it then?" A broken femur that has fully healed. In nature, if you break your leg you die. You can't run or hunt and this is why. No lone... Continue Reading →
Poem: Fire From The Void
How are you feeling? Where are you going? Why are you running so fast? The man behind me asked. As we grew apart. His words bounced away. Like wandering stars. They completely decayed. I drifted within. The silence began. I don't know where I am. Even to this day. Who will rescue me? Anyone have... Continue Reading →
Poem: Chase Your Dreams
Have you ever been told that when you grow old never to have regrets and always chase your dreams? Well, this is wise advice. I've been told at least twice that regrets can haunt you and dreams may disappear. So cling to dreams and goals Or regret will take its toll. Don't you want this... Continue Reading →
Dear Experts, Here is My Novice Poem
I will write a poem without rhymes. But it will only be this one time. That line didn't count. It begins now. Experts don't like too much rhythm. They say it hinders freedom in speech. Also, a true poet should be enigmatic. Like this line: "espied dreams ablaze." But who here had to look up... Continue Reading →
My Poems End With Hope
Relentless waves come crashing in. I turn upside down and begin to spin. No boat to dock. No lighthouse to guide. Just a merciless moon rising the tide. Cold. Wet. Dark. No direction to go. Am I drowning in a sea of woe? It can't be. This is not the end of my story! Wake... Continue Reading →
Poem: Misjudged Cry
A stranger walked by and wondered why I stared at the sky and began to cry. He patted me on the back and sobbed too. My friend. My friend. I am just like you! The world can be sad, cruel, and mean. I know exactly what you have seen. "Thanks," I replied. But these are... Continue Reading →
Poem: O’ Soul, Awaken!
Open the windows. Oh, you must. Before your soul turns into dust. Smell the flowers and feel the wind. Wake up your sleepy soul my friend. Unlock the doors. Oh, you must. Before your soul turns into rust. Taste the fruit and hear peaceful sounds. Free your soul from chains that bound. © Chad Damitz,... Continue Reading →
Poem: Dear Jasper Tree, Are You Free?
Hello lovely jasper tree Sitting in the sun with me. Lookout. Don't you see? Eager birds. Flying so free. Are you jealous? Are you sad? Are you happy? Are you mad? Do you like what you really are? A stuck timber who can't go far. Being rooted in the ground. Yes. I am content. Look... Continue Reading →
Poem: Through The Seasons I Look To God
When it's been a bitter winter And the cold gets longer each day. I put my hope in the heavenly realm. For the Lord my God knows the way. When it's been a harsh stormy spring And the thunder is full of wrath. I put my trust in God's kingdom. For Jesus my Savior lights... Continue Reading →
Poem: You Can Be Great
Jump further than an eager frog. Dance greater than the smooth rain. Fight stronger than a mad dog. Cry louder than an anxious crane. Listen better than an alert bat. Climb higher than the lofty sky. Run quicker than a happy cat. Dream more than a determined fly. © Chad Damitz, 2020.