Tag Archives: Poetry

Rumors Had It

Posted on December 23, 2025 by alohapromisesforever

Rumors Had Itby Michael DoyleAfter my day filled with too much birthday celebration,I am looking back with joyous contemplation.Rumors had it that I would die 13 years ago.Here on my 63rd birthday, it only goes to show.That like a rock … Continue reading →

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Writings On My Wall

Posted on December 4, 2025 by alohapromisesforever

Writings On My Wallby Michael DoyleI sit here like some poor lost soul.I am regretful of the times I’ve lost control.Now, I sit here quiet as a church mouse,My fractured memories churn inside like a ghost house.Thinking of how like … Continue reading →

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Love’s Chance Brings Gratitude

Posted on November 10, 2025 by alohapromisesforever

Love’s Chance Brings Gratitudeby Michael DoyleTrue beauty rests within the heart.There is, perhaps, no better place to start.Moonshine begins from within beauty’s skin.Truth and beauty will tell you when…Setting the journey at a leisurely pace,Beauty leaves its eternal trace.It is … Continue reading →

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When Rock Went To School

Posted on September 19, 2025 by alohapromisesforever

When Rock Went To Schoolby Michael DoyleSometimes there is thunder in a perfect mind.There in that place we have left behind.We wonder why it is that we all can’t walk away.We’re still mesmerized by the songs they used to play.Every … Continue reading →

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Voice Sang Soft

Posted on August 13, 2025 by alohapromisesforever

Voice Sang Softby Michael DoyleYour voice sang softly like a melody.It’s hard to say what it did to me.Then and there from the very start,Your love was gentle, blooming in my heart.Your smile might be your special power,As it captivated … Continue reading →

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Something Beyond Beautiful

Posted on August 1, 2025 by alohapromisesforever

Something Beyond Beautifulby Michael DoyleWhen the hurricanes pass me by,And I realize that I did not die.I go to the place where the river flows,That quiet place where nobody goes.I find that passion has ruled my game,And my character has … Continue reading →

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The Shaman’s Missing Chord

Posted on May 20, 2025 by alohapromisesforever

The Shaman’s Missing Chordby Michael DoyleThe struggle for life’s force,The mystery in seeking its source,Blazed as Morrison’s eyes glow.On what side would we learn to know.It’s easier to scare an audience,Portraying the figure of scorn and diffidence.Twirling into a dance … Continue reading →

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From High To Low

Posted on April 24, 2025 by alohapromisesforever

From High To Lowby Michael DoyleToo many people believe in the nicheAnd from there won’t budge an inch.Truth? It pays to know about everythingBecause then, you can choose what to bringTo the party of life’s extremes.From this, you can learn … Continue reading →

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Beneath the Skin

Posted on April 12, 2025 by alohapromisesforever

Beneath the Skinby Michael DoyleThere just beneath my skinAs simple as you pleaseIs the real me that beginsWith the will not to appeaseBut to be just who I am insideBehind my appearance, I hideDisguised by the roles I playIs the … Continue reading →

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About A Death

Posted on January 8, 2025 by alohapromisesforever

About A Deathby Michael DoyleToday, I watched a show about deathI have to admit, it took away my breathAs I try to write this bit of poetryIt’s weird to think how much it’s hitting meIt’s hard to write with tears … Continue reading →

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