"Harsh Reality" By Ashley O'Hare My heart is too fragile for what I wish to accomplish. This attention is far from what I wanted. Turn around- there is nothing to see now. Leave me be- I need time to gather my guts together. I wasn't prepared for what I had to share. Every person I… Continue reading “Harsh Reality” Poem of the Day (2023)
"The Weight of Choice" By Ashley O'Hare One decision can alter the course of your life. Yes or no? Right or left? Now or later? Heart or soul? Right or wrong? Stay or go? Alternate realities exist of a version of yourself who simply decided to choose red over blue. Mundane questions force you to… Continue reading “The Weight of Choice” Poem of the Day (2023)
"Opposites" By Ashley O'Hare Opposites attract. Red and green. Power and envy. Burning desire and sickening jealousy. It's a burden, this high intensity. Can human minds handle the constant overwhelming stress? Get your eyes checked. Lines are easily blurred when your reason suffers from neglect. Be cautious: when reality is breathing down your neck, fantasy… Continue reading “Opposites” Poem of the Day (2023)
"Fast-Forward" By Ashley O'Hare Life is speeding by like I'm pressing fast-forward. I can't enjoy a single moment; I need to pull over. This is not how it was meant to go down. There was a thorough plan for every stage I grew older. How do I move on now without proper training and order?… Continue reading “Fast-Forward” Poem of the Day (2023)
"Revenge" By Ashley O'Hare Revenge is the ultimate fool's errand. There is no purpose. Future actions do not impact tragedies of the past. Blood on your hands only succeeds in making a great mess. Keep your head up so you can find the high road to bring you home. Pain is easier to cope with… Continue reading “Revenge” Poem of the Day (2023)
"Untrained" By Ashley O'Hare I am not a soldier- never was I trained. It was never a dream to endure this pain. Peace- that's all I need. No fame. No fortune. No games. No glory. Just the simple life. Please.
"The Unseen" By Ashley O'Hare We grew apart before we got to see what we could be. We were given simultaneous firsts and lasts. There was no time for improvements. There was no room for adaptations. You were simply gone with the setting sun. I suppose one day it will all make sense- a reason… Continue reading “The Unseen” Poem of the Day (2023)
"Malfunction" By Ashley O'Hare There must be something wrong with me. My lips are moving I feel vibration in my vocal cords, but nobody is listening. Extensive research backs up my words, but I am still ignored- nobody wants the kid's opinion. Years pass, but my credibility is stunted. I may as well wear diapers-… Continue reading “Malfunction” Poem of the Day (2023)
"The End" By Ashley O'Hare Happily ever after? When does the story end? Does life continue after the fable is told? Is anybody fulfilled with a pile of silver and gold? Are we destined to learn only one moral? Ending on a high note is divine in theory. Storytelling makes it easy. Ink cannot have… Continue reading “The End” Poem of the Day (2023)
"The Responsibility of Positivity" By Ashley O'Hare Always looking up, searching for a silver lining. Even with Winter's chill in your bones, take comfort in not being alone. Spring will greet you with warmth- a reward for your positivity and endurance. Remember how the snow felt as it seeped into your skin before you cry… Continue reading “The Responsibility of Positivity” Poem of the Day (2023)
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