Hughes was an american poet that was one of the first to delve into what is now called Jazz poetry. Jazz poetry is a rhythmic poems that come in various forms and sounds, much like the music it shares a name with. He was one of the leaders of Harlem Renaissance, also known as the "New... Continue Reading →
Past Facts
It does not take long To get used to a place But it is hard to know What is true and false When there is no past To back up the facts -Kel Dayheart
Burning Ideas
Ever wanted to burn the world down- Down to its core Rip and tear until we can begin again Create something better Something more ideal -Kel Dayheart
Lullaby
Sing me to sleep And catch the nightmares That dare to plague my mind Lull me into a dreamless sleep So I may finally rest -Kel Dayheart
Deceiving
He is a heart breaker A dream-ruiner Even if he appears To be a modern day prince Looks can be deceiving -Kel Dayheart
Up
Shut up and sit up Better listen up now or You will never stand Up to make a difference So what are you going to do? -Kel Dayheart
Fleeting Heart
Lovers croon in delight In the pale moonlight Laughing all the same Not even trying to tame The heart wildly beating To all that is fleeting -Kel Dayheart
In a Slump
He lives in squalor Not because he has no choice But because he believes he deserves it Guilt weighs heavily Upon his slumped shoulders He wilts with its deadweight -Kel Dayheart
Huff of a Sigh
Blonde, tousled hair Falls just in front of his gorgeous eyes With a huff of a sigh He pushes it away Just to repeat the action again A few moments later -Kel Dayheart
Happy Birthday Lord Byron!
Lord Byron was an English poet part of the Romantic movement. He is considered an influential part of the movement. Though he had a relatively short life, he is still well read today. I can't say that I have read much of his work I do love "She Walks in Beauty". She walks in beauty,... Continue Reading →
Fragment of a Figment 