Poems – Page 8 – nikki diekemper

Welp

I had it Something I was going to say I forgot it Something else got in the way Huh This and that Distracted by that other thing Where’d I put my hat? And…my water bottle is missing Again Mind’s like a mist I had a task and a word I should make a list OfContinue reading “Welp”

Use your Voice

Use your Voice Say what’s on your mind Tell them how you feel Your running out of time Use your Voice Speak up for what comes next Don’t hold it all inside They know you do your best Use your Voice Don’t care what they will say Be honest with your truthIf they matter theyContinue reading “Use your Voice”

Flow

Write. Just write. Don’t think what’s on the page. Don’t let the pen stop. Just write. Get it out. Whatever it is. Whatever you’re holding back. What you’re trying to hide. Write it down. Don’t let the pen rest. Don’t think of what you’re saying. Do this for your best. Words on the page, helpContinue reading “Flow”

Alternate You

Describe your life in an alternate universe. In an alternate universe, I’d have given into pressure. In an alternate universe, maybe I have found treasure Whatever the universe, I’d be on a different path Probably the one I’d pick last Maybe in one, I’d be a lot stronger But in another, I’d be no longerContinue reading “Alternate You”

Oreo’s Poem

If love kept you alive, you would live forever. I’m not ready to say goodbye.Not now, not ever. If I had my say.You wouldn’t go away.You’d stay healthy and strong.And be right where you belong. You wouldn’t get leaky.You wouldn’t get creaky.You wouldn’t grow gray.Or start welcoming the grave. We’d have many more cuddles.And lotsContinue reading “Oreo’s Poem”

The Forest

Have you ever looked up through the trees And saw the way the light dapples off the leaves? Have you ever been out on a stroll And felt the breeze as a gentle roll? A forest path. It’s own magic world. With glimmering pebbles shining like pearls. The towering trees. So sturdy and strong. StandingContinue reading “The Forest”

Let Yourself Rest

Laying in bed Thinking of too many things Bunch of thoughts in my head Of what the days may bring Need to do this Forgot to do that Find a moment of bliss Like a rabbit in a hat Take a moment to sit And puzzle out thoughts Am I a good fit? Or isContinue reading “Let Yourself Rest”

Passion

What is passion? What makes you smile? What just feels right? When you’ve been at it for a while? Is there a place, a career, a thought or two That makes you feel like you? Call it a purpose, call it a dream Call it a calling, but whatever it may be I hope itContinue reading “Passion”

Someday

How do you talk yourself upWhen you’ve got nothing to say?How do you boost yourselfWhen you’re sinking the other way? Do you take a step back?Think “maybe not today” Do you power through?And pray it will be okay? How do you defy your feelingsWhen they’re leading you astray?How do “buck up” When you feel yourContinue reading “Someday”

Turn Off

Turn your mind offDon’t think of what’s nextDon’t worry about tomorrowDon’t look at that text Just turn your mind offSit quietly for a momentHide away from the hustleFree yourself from the torment In a world full of “go”It’s okay to be stillLet your mind restRenew your good will Shut off the noiseAnd close your eyesLetContinue reading “Turn Off”