Tag Archives: Mirrors

Moments In Joe Rogan’s Mind

Moments From Joe Rogan’s Mindby Michael DoyleLife is the near-death experienceIn which you always stay aliveThe truth of this is felt by preferenceEven when uncertain that you’ll surviveThe backhand data feels a little missingBut no matter how, it feels a … Continue reading

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The Power In No

The Power In Noby Michael DoyleIn my life, I’ve been a sonHeld by a mother as second to noneTo my sister, I have been a brotherLoved by her like no otherI’ve been a doting sort of fatherOf my two beautiful, … Continue reading

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Thought For the Day: Most People Are Mirrors, Reflecting Moods and Emotions of the Times; Few Are Windows Bringing Light to Bear On the Dark Corners

“Most people are mirrors, reflecting the moods and emotions of the times; few are windows, bringing light to bear on the dark corners where troubles fester. The whole purpose of education is to turn mirrors into windows.” -Sydney J. Harris, … Continue reading

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Elephants Mourn Their Dead (Happy the Elephant)

Elephants Mourn Their Dead (Happy the Elephant)by Michael DoyleNo freedom, no libertyNo right to fundamental dignityHappy the Elephant pays the costAnd the decision it seems is lostThere will be no sanctuaryPersonhood has been denied capacityRegardless of intelligence, elephants are thingsSubstantially … Continue reading

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Thought For the Day: Life Becomes Simpler Without Mirrors

“How simple life becomes when things like mirrors are forgotten.” – Daphne du Maurier, novelist (13 May 1907-1989)    

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The Wolf of God

Cursed bane or blessing… am I alone in sometimes wondering which is which when it comes to watching the tortured souls and their travails that often make for those who  and what entertain us most? The Wolf of God by … Continue reading

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Crumbled Down

Crumbled Down by Michael Romani Crumbled down by my years Broken down in my tears No longer lost up in my fears Now, I live reflected in Godly mirrors I’ve been taught my lessons No longer am I hesitating Find … Continue reading

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Glass Mirrors & Light

Glass Mirrors and Light by Michael Romani Somewhere in the ether There lies a jaded nether The collage confuses As the actor refuses In a mirrored division With odd allusions of precision Joined to create a suspended feeling That leaves … Continue reading

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