Godfrey Georges

poem by Godfrey Georges

We stand at the bank of the river As It roars to the ALMIGHTY, A deafening sound; we quiver And our bodies stiffened so tightly. It flows in an eastward direction to an outlet in the Atlantic, We see it in a distance and upon r... Read more

poem by Godfrey Georges

Laying on city benches, we see them everyday, in the sweltering heat and endless pouring rain In their shame they ask of their working neighbors, For a nickel on a dollar, a small token of their labors, And in our shame, we repl... Read more

poem by Godfrey Georges

She leaves her office from daily labours, With her mind relieved, her life so free, She joins a society of 5pm neighbors, Who also left their labor and flee, She tries to hold the peace of this moment, But in reality, she hobbles... Read more

poem by Godfrey Georges

The sunshine follows you in misty times, your smile brings relief to my bewildered mind. The look from your eyes pierce my soul's intent, to discern the depth of my love or dissent. Dissent? Oh my gosh...my world is in peril, ... Read more

poem by Godfrey Georges

I am alone, not a friend to share, My place in solitude, through the windows i blindly stare; Wondering fervently, what’s happened to me, So much potential and possibility. Success without friends is all for naught, No po... Read more

poem by Godfrey Georges

I'm tired of fixing me, I'm tired of changing me, To comply to standards, Of looking at me faults, Of finding my own way and of loving others, of being alone in a world that a me can hide and be hidden. That me can be lost and... Read more

story by Godfrey Georges

I opened my eyes while lying on my back, looking at the blurry white textured images on the ceiling. I turned my head to the blurry image of a pole with a hanging bag of clear fluid. A connecting tube from the bag led to my arm wher... Read more

story by Godfrey Georges

I looked at my finger to check for the source of my pain, and was relieved to see that it was fine. My heart slowed and I smiled at the thought of how real my dream was. Setting my dream aside, my thoughts are now present in the mom... Read more

story by Godfrey Georges

Darkness acquiesces to the waking of the morning as light gains the first moments of the day. Rituals abound such as fervent prayers, exercise, the smell of fresh cornbread, the aroma of hazelnut flavors in coffee and, the sizzling s... Read more

poem by Godfrey Georges

Wonders far beyond this moment we see, Moments we see beyond our wonders be, Be our wonders moments we yearn to see, A wonder of love; a moment of peace; We see...we be. Read more

poem by Godfrey Georges

Dressed in white she dazzles the stage Yelling her accomplishments in a mighty rage yesteryear's in the past, new beginnings she raise her mast And sails to the shining seas She blazes a trail to a path less known Where others wi... Read more

poem by Godfrey Georges

It's for the few, and the proud. Oft' broken-hearted, yet vain. Yet she is able to laugh so loud, despite inwardly suffering pain. Giving birth in spite of sorrow, choosing instead to heed the call. Of a promise for a tomorrow,... Read more

poem by Godfrey Georges

We often are lonely and die in silence, in life's pains we often live, In our vanity we carefully try to balance, Our soul, mind, body... and so we give Anything...everything...to find life, to find courage to speak as we dare, ... Read more

poem by Godfrey Georges

Today. Let us free ourselves from the answering to the needs of the many, And distance our feelings of usefulness in the world of the plenty, Casting aside upon our waking of the many burdens we bear, And believing that we, only... Read more

poem by Godfrey Georges

Driving down the avenue, another typical night, Of peoples hustle, cars darting, and slow turning traffic lights. Down the corner of Bergen, was a burgeoning crowd, And despite all around them, they braved a black veiled shroud. ... Read more

poem by Godfrey Georges

Live in the moment for tomorrow's not promised Because the time is now, be bold, not modest Let us keep the events of the morrow at bay. For this moment is crystallize and frozen this day. We are here...here is now...in times mom... Read more

poem by Godfrey Georges

She is the life of her man, the girl of his dreams, His beginning, his completion, his storybook themes, the glistening of her skin, so velvety to touch, Her gentle curls caress the outline of her blush, Her eyes tells of wanting,... Read more

poem by Godfrey Georges

Does money make a worthy man wealthy beyond his best-laid plan? To acquire things, property and people So he can ascend to the world of the regal? To set the world ablaze in fortune and fame that life has become a Monopoly game? ... Read more

poem by Godfrey Georges

We live our lives in the sun, where our hearts gleefully smile, Though nature is wise in knowing that the rain must fall awhile. we must preserver our "grays" to give a full meaning to life, To summarize the good, the bad, & to rec... Read more

poem by Godfrey Georges

As with my daughter, death found my brother, And waiting at the pearly gates was Ruth, our mother. She greeted him, Peace be still, For He will be here, no need to will. Alvin stood on the streets of pure gold Realizing that he'... Read more

poem by Godfrey Georges

Born in Miami, with crystal black skin, a facial daguerreotype with a happy pursed grin. Hard working parents, a home rich in modesty, Daily Our Fathers, and lessons of honesty. Her talent of song grew from a gracious heart, F... Read more

poem by Godfrey Georges

Feel my heartbeat, ol quiet soul Close your eyes and see your thoughts flow To a special place where no one knows. A welcoming harbor, a sought after oasis, Our earth's moon travels its monthly phases A land so bountiful; a privi... Read more

story by Godfrey Georges

Humans are designed to co-habitate, to love, raise children, and PERHAPS...stay together when they get old. They stay together in old age because they need to support each other until death. There are so many beautiful people th... Read more