SMOTHERED BY THE MILES

SMOTHERED BY THE MILES


Chasm deep
Light years wide
Disconsolate
Foreboding abyss
Lonely expanse
Our separation suffocates
My energy grows flaccid
Gloomy fog rolls in
Eerie raven tint
Cloaks the passion
Loves death comes slowly
Painful
Smothered by the miles


© Bill Grimes Jr. 2005

Witch Hunt

WITCH HUNT


Corporate henchman
Frantic to lay blame
Clouded by ambition
Blind to truth
Passionate
A virgin victim you seek
Sacrificial lamb
You scurry like ants on a mission
Pathetic
Deplorable
Stench emanates from your decaying soul
I petition mercy for your ignorance
I forgive your hypocrisy
I pray for you
My sadistic cognate


© Bill Grimes Jr. 2005

EXTINGUISHED FLAME

EXTINGUISHED FLAME


A beautiful feeling
Morose
Sublime
Destined for demise
It was only a matter of time
Your pensive smile gave it away
Ashen face
Disheveled
Out of place
Loves lumen
Forever blackened
Extinguished flame
Passions cinders slowly fade
A victim of fear
Shattered trust
Tragic
Somber
Caustic
My heart weeps
As you reluctantly walk away


© Bill Grimes Jr. 2005

Easter Sunday 2005

EASTER SUNDAY 2005

The headlines shout
“Did it really happen?”
Our sick society mocks your existence
Skeptical
Arrogant
Demonic
Lost sheep dance on your grave
Our world spins wildly into evil arms
I have no doubts
I know you personally
Saved by your Holy Grace
I celebrate your resurrection daily
You conquered death
So I could live
A miracle indeed
From the depths of my soul
My Savior, I praise you
I BELIEVE

© Bill Grimes Jr. 2005

CANDLELIGHT

CANDLELIGHT


Glowing candle
Eerie persimmon hue
Dancing flame
Rhythmic
Pulsating
Silent primal melody
Animated shadows
Spawn translucent apparitions
Flickering pirouettes
The air is fragrant
Exotic perfume
Lost in the moment
I dream of you

© Bill Grimes Jr. 2005

ASCENSION

ASCENSION

My mind drifts
Divorced from my human form
Suspended animation
Clouds engulf my consciousness
Blurred vision
Slowly losing sight of the shore
Buoyant
Insouciant
Resilient
I transform
Sanity etiolated
My thoughts, no longer my own
Celestial messages pierce my skull
I stumble on reflexive fear
Satan’s sucker punch
A constant foe
Not knowing my destination
I travel onward
Confident
Obedient
Safe
In My Fathers care


© Bill Grimes Jr. 2005

SCHOOL SHOOTING

SCHOOL SHOOTING


Children killing children
Parents live in fear
Evil winds are blowing
Anguish, sorrow, tears

Demons stoke the violence
Tribulation born
Saints begin the countdown
As the scriptures warn

The shooter asked the question
“Do you believe in God”?
The martyr stood defiant
As they faced their firing squad

My heart bleeds for the wayward
Fallen Babylon
Red Lake Minnesota
The horror lingers on

Innocence is slaughtered
Hope is blown away
Satan has his way again
Much to our dismay


© Bill Grimes Jr. 2005

REJECTION

REJECTION


The bitter sting of rejection
Burns deep within my soul
Feelings of love and adoration
Showered on infertile soil
Dreams of romance
Escape my eager grasp
Lonely wind screams through my being
A sad tale
Bittersweet ending
My wounded ego cries tears of scorn
I grieve for what might have been


© Bill Grimes Jr. 2005

ENLIGHTENMENT

ENLIGHTENMENT

Achieved heights of enlightenment and awareness can sometimes be cumbersome
You take what you can hold, digesting its truth and expanding your boundaries
Mortal men sometime misinterpret its sacred revelations
Ego blocks the light
Fear creeps in
Confusion ensues
I envision my deepest desires, transporting my mind to the beautiful destination
My focus accentuates the reality
I become the dream
This human world slowly fades into oblivion
Magnificent new horizons appear
The journey is lonely
One I must travel in solitude
My ephemeral need for a mate is a trip-wire along my path
Melancholy clouds my vision
I long to be held by warm, delicate arms
I ache for feminine companionship
My evanescent existence reels from my weakness
I drown in my infatuation
Loneliness becomes shameful nakedness
I am reminded of my fragile arrogance
Infantile naivety
A badge of evolvement
I am a child at the foot of the mountain
It’s mighty peak, a distant blur
I press on
Desolate


© Bill Grimes Jr. 2005

FEAR HAS NO WINGS

FEAR HAS NO WINGS


Fear has no wings
My soul opens to you
Without hesitation
At the precise moment
God’s schedule created
Trusting completely
In your loving care
Withholding nothing
Come fly with me
Beautiful one



© Bill Grimes Jr. 2005

MY SON

MY SON


Your first airplane flight
Giddy, we rise
Above the clouds
Our ears pop
Hand in hand
We soar with the eagles
“I LOVE YOU DAD”
Precious words
My heart melts
You make me feel strong my son
Big as a mountain
Pride flows like lava
Your head in my lap
Peaceful sleep
I am overcome
THANK YOU FATHER
I am blessed



© Bill Grimes Jr. 2005

Children at play

CHILDREN AT PLAY


Atlanta airport at rush hour
Frantic
Mad dash
Wild eyed
Full tilt
Three children playing together on the floor
Immersed
Gleeful
Innocent
For one beautiful moment
Time stands still
Strangers smile
Memories of their childhood take over
Skimming slivers of happiness as they watch
Multi colored faces beam in unison
Racial barriers are erased
Evil is crushed
There is peace on earth
When the children play


© Bill Grimes Jr. 2005

AIRPORT FACES

AIRPORT FACES


Norfolk Airport
Diverse mosaic
Multi-racial fondue
The Vietnamese gentleman
Fear and frustration veil his eyes
He strains to be understood
Slowly making his way to Atlanta
His promised land
The gentle face of the ticket agent
Sympathetic
Robotic
The homeless man with only one shoe
Asleep in the lobby
Warm and safe
Temporary oasis from the cold
Suspicious glare from the security guard
Face of steel
Trained to trust no one
He sizes me up like a trophy
A hero in his mind
He dreams of glory and foiled hijack attempts
The arrogant man in first class
Appalled that anyone would dare board HIS plane before him
Precious mahogany angel
Her delicate infant hands clutch her mother’s hair
Adventure bathes her cherub face
The elderly couple
Cling to each other
They wonder where our world has gone wrong
Bewildered
A comfort to each other
Shelter from the storm
Milton
Big as a mountain
He scowls
A gangster with body odor
He boycotts deodorant
Dazzling white tennis shoes
On their maiden voyage
A unique story behind every face
Awaiting our attention
Begging to be told


© Bill Grimes Jr. 2005

BEAUTIFUL SAMARITAN

BEAUTIFUL SAMARITAN

Blessings at 18,000 feet
The kindness of the beautiful Samaritan
Seat 40A
I don’t know her name
But I will never forget her
Brilliant smile
Dancing eyes
Swimming with compassion
Honored by a child
The ultimate compliment
She will wear a crown someday
A princess worthy of praise
You touched my life today


© Bill Grimes Jr 2005

March Snowflakes

MARCH SNOWFLAKES

The snowflakes fall silently
Unheralded
Like frozen shards of clouds
Harboring secrets of the heavens
Mute
Nimble
Obscure
Chameleon face
From brilliant white
To dingy achromatic
Their fleeting moment of fame
Melts wistfully
And without ceremony
Once breathtaking
Now a distant memory


© Bill Grimes Jr. 2005

DAWN

DAWN


Dawn arrives
Dreaded
Relentless beauty
Another sleepless night in an empty bed
The day explodes with life
Wispy
Moist
Electric
Birds welcome the rising sun
Nature’s ceremony
Filled with promise and grandeur
Hidden treasures of joy and pleasure wait patiently
Life goes on
The universe is in order
Despite my loneliness


© Bill Grimes Jr. 2005

DEATH

DEATH


I have no fear
When death is near
This comes as no surprise

I’ve conquered death
With Holy breath
I see through Shepherds eyes

To die means celebration
Sweet emancipation
Embrace from Christ the King

To join the saints
With no complaints
And hear the angels sing

When my time has come
To surrender and succumb
Please have a smile for me

I will see you on the other side
We’ll share eternity



© Bill Grimes Jr. 2005

FREEDOM

FREEDOM


Demons, they have tortured me
For so many years
Harbingers of evil
Drowning me in fear

They flee from me in horror
My Savior dries my tears
Their vile grip cannot touch me now
Jesus Christ is near

Silent desperation
Melts in His embrace
Hope and reassurance
Smile upon my face

True emancipation
His grace has set me free
Sober and delivered
He radiates within me


© Bill Grimes Jr. 2005

GLORIOUS DELIVERANCE

GLORIOUS DELIVERANCE



From the fringe of insanity
To the core of inner peace
Militant chains of emptiness
Joyful in release

Filled with Holy Spirit
Soar with wings of gold
Glorious deliverance
Brilliant to behold

Heavenly and lucent
Eminent
Divine
His gleam is cast upon me
He rescued me to shine

My light for all to see……..


© Bill Grimes Jr. 2005

Soul Mate

My emotions swirl in a tempest
Reclusive
Melancholy
Lonely, windswept oasis
Waiting patiently for my soul mate
Yearning for her velvet touch
Cool, silken hands sooth my fever
Ardent arms ache to hold her
In the blissful dawn


© Bill Grimes Jr. 2005

AFFIRMATION

AFFIRMATION


My words are no longer my own
I am possessed
His Holy Spirit directs my every move
His words of truth guide my pen
His power flows through my soul
Come join me on this wonderful journey
Your ticket was purchased with His precious blood
Eternal life awaits us
Immaculate
On the other side
Trust Him
Follow Him
Believe


© Bill Grimes Jr. 2005

PAGAN

PAGAN


I am puzzled by your claim
Passionate, yet misguided
You worship Mother Nature
Sun, moon, stars, wind
All created by Father God

I admire your fervor
I respect your human frailty
I offer these words of wisdom in the spirit of brotherhood

Cast your eyes to the truth
The way
The life
Logical
Omnipotent
Creator of heaven and earth
All living things
Supreme
Absolute

His arms are open
Awaiting your embrace



© Bill Grimes Jr. 2005

Liberation

LIBERATION


Jesus said “The words I speak are life”
I am His spiritual messenger
My consuming desire is to live a Holy example of His reality
Shine the light of liberation
Walk as living proof of His message in the flesh
My words are on fire
For His glory, not my own
My body is His vessel
Humble
Obedient
Sanctified


©Bill Grimes Jr. 2005

Celeste

I hardly know you
But I am intrigued
You catch my eye from afar
We share the music
Conscious
Real
I am smitten by your beauty
Stunning
Neon vibes
The kind that radiate from your soul
I am drawn to your warmth like a moth to a flame
The sparkle in your eyes
The song in your voice
The calm in your presence
I anticipate our next passing glance with excitement and impatience
It fortifies me
My pulse quickens
I am alive
My skin bristles from the touch of your hand
These words of praise are my special gift
From my heart to yours
Not meant to offend
Simply to honor
I celebrate the magic of you
Bask in the glow of admiration I have for you
Cherished
Revered


(c) Bill Grimes Jr. 2005

GRANDMOTHER

GRANDMOTHER


I’ve seen you in my dreams
Translucent and pristine
You never say a word
Your patient gaze, serene

I feel you by my side
Your gentle hands that guide
I have no need to fear
Silent comfort you provide

Can it be so long ago?
Since you reached a new plateau
Your soul, it never died
Some don’t believe, I know

Your spirit still remains
Your blood flows through my veins
My grandmother, my friend
Mere words cannot explain

How you walk beside me still…..


© Bill Grimes Jr. 2005

My Precious Gift (For Anny)

My Precious Gift (For Anny)


Sometimes I think I’ve dreamed you
My muse
My inspiration
My beautiful, sensitive friend

You ignite a spiritual fire in me
Inferno
Blistering
Consuming

If I touch you will I wither?
Will this magical exaltation vanish?
Will your stimulation cease to arouse the poet in my soul?

I trust
I believe
I press onward into the bliss of your embrace

I am grateful, my gift


Love Always,
Your Amigo,

Bill


© Bill Grimes Jr. 2005

Mom And Dad

MOM AND DAD


How do I say thank you?
For all you’ve done for me
I’m afraid mere words are not enough
To make you truly see

The depth of my gratitude
The thankfulness I feel
As I survey your unselfishness
Unconditional love reveals

You sacrificed your comforts
You never blinked an eye
When my self centered actions
Imposed on your supply

You taught me perseverance
Faith, humility
And the very essence
Of love and family

I honor you my parents
With my gift of song
I love you and I cherish you
Your foundation made me strong


Love Always,

Your grateful son
3-5-05

(c) 2005 Bill Grimes Jr.

ETERNAL LIFE AWAITS YOU

ETERNAL LIFE AWAITS YOU


Can you feel the evil?
As it permeates our world
The prophets wrote about it
Their words of truth unfurl

Trials and tribulations
Suffering and greed
Hate is running rampant
From wounds of scorn we bleed

Nature sounds her warning
Pestilence explodes
Famine, drought, plagues and floods
Morality erodes

The beast is slowly rising
Armageddon nears
Don’t let yourself be left behind
When Christ the King appears

The time is now to make your choice
Your fate you must decide
Salvation waits beyond your door
Inviting you inside

To live with God the Father
In peace and harmony
All you have to do is ask
His gift of life is free

Jesus died to save us
Forgiveness for our sins
His blood is everlasting
His glory never ends

I pray you listen to my words
And heed this urgent call
Eternal life awaits you
Christ welcomes one and all


Bill Grimes Jr.
3-5-05
(c) 2005

JORDAN

JORDAN


I smile when I remember
The days you called me “Bell”
You weren’t big as a minute
But you cast a giant spell

As you captured my heart
With your innocence and charm
You climbed into my lap
Safe, secure, and warm

Life was an adventure
Fascination filled your mind
Imagination unbridled
The magic, happy kind

I wish I would have focused
More on your feelings then
I missed a lot of joy
Time and time again

I admire your creativity
And the person you’ve become
Your world remains enchanted
Misunderstood by some

May you always live your fantasies
And realize your dreams
I am proud to call you stepson
Your brilliant spirit gleams


Love Always,

Bill
3-3-05

(c) 2005 Bill Grimes Jr.

MICHAEL

MICHAEL


Michael my son
Sensitive one
A miracle indeed

You slipped away
One sunny day
But refused to concede

We had some fun
In the Florida sun
We met when you were young

A family
We came to be
Despite my arrogant tongue

The beauty of Daytona
Our magic time to teach
Catching sharks, boogie boards
Crab nets at the beach

I never meant to hurt you
The night I lost my mind
Pills and booze took over
My words flew out maligned

Today I am a new man
My past has set me free
I learned to face my demons
Through sober eyes I see

With pride and joy I’ve watched you
As you’ve grown to be a man
Fondly clutching our memories
As only a parent can

I have always loved you
Just wanted you to know
You have touched my life in many ways
I am with you as you go


Love Always,

Bill
3-3-05
(c) 2005 Bill Grimes Jr.

A GOOD FRIEND

A GOOD FRIEND

A good friend is like finding a $20.00 bill in the pocket of your slacks unexpectedly

A good friend is like your favorite pair of pajamas
Loose, comfortable, unassuming

A good friend is like the smell of fresh baked bread

A good friend is like the best nights sleep you ever had
Relaxing, fulfilling, refreshing

A good friend is like an ice cold glass of water after mowing the lawn in July
Satisfying, rejuvenating, uplifting

A good friend is like the chill that runs down your spine when you hear your favorite song

A good friend is like waking up from a bad dream
Safe, warm, secure

A good friend is like holding your newborn child for the first time

A good friend is like your first kiss
Exciting, alive, electric

A good friend is a gift from God


Bill Grimes Jr.
3-2-05
(c) 2005