When I'm near you my heart just stutters,
At times my mouth will play this game.
Your soft touch stimulates all my passions,
And longings that you should feel these same.
The feel of your body touching against mine,
Starts my temperature rising all the time.
But most times our "clothing" seems to interfere,
With those sensual experiences that lie so near.
Both of us are held silent by a history's vow,
If only we could side step those for now.
To meet together in some warm place of our own,
To laugh, to feel, more as one than so alone.
To touch on those places where we wish to go,
Feeling free enough to let our every wish show,
If only we could meet in secrecy one day,
I'd love you so very passionately....that's all I will say.
Laws (Of "Pure Passions")
1/26/02
"The New Hope"
I just woke up today,
Knowin’ the troubles hadn’t gone away.
Sat and felt the mornin’ sun,
Knowin’ I wasn’t the only one.
Warmth caressed me head to toe,
Sat contemplatin’ what I didn’t know,
Heard the birds start to sing,
Comfort lies in what each new day brings.
"One Day At A Time," so goes the creed,
Givin’ each of us all that we really need.
A gentle calmness started settlin’ in,
Now knowin’ it’s time to just begin....again.
Laws (Of "The New Hope")
9/15/01
"Injustice For All"
I sit and watch again that sight we saw,
Not believing it could really be true,
But each and every time I see,
It could of been me or you.
In fact it was when I looked again,
Each life and soul now departed,
Leaving all those of us behind,
Confused, shocked and so broken hearted.
What value goes with the lives we share?
To whom do our immortal souls belong?
You can't take them from us all,
They're ours and we'll remain strong.
America is not just a country,
Where people may live or die,
We stand for truth, honor and justice.
Beware...This is our battle cry!
You may hide in hell's darkest corner,
But with the light of God we'll see,
That each will be brought to justice,
And we'll stand tall in the land of the free.
God Bless Americans!
Laws (Of "Fearin' No Evil")
9/13/01
"Devil May Care"
You take a step up the road,
Where an ancient spirit lays.
Knowing that within it's depth,
Are the reasons for the days.
Do you really wish to wake it?
Laws (Of "Knowledge")
2/25/01
"The Dark Yonder"
Winter's wrath has come and gone,
Spring awaits patiently to pounce,
Mother's fears arise more often,
With these troubles by the ounce.
Cold night's breeze rustlin' loose hair,
Chills climbing slowly upon the spine,
Steppin' out into the "Dark Yonder",
Wonderin' for who's table do you dine?
Blackness wraps you within it's cloak,
Hiding the physical that was seen,
Time passes slowly within the night,
But still it passes, long and mean.
Laws (of "Yonderin's")
2/25/01
"That Special Love"
She give's it without regrets,
Wanting only to feel whole,
No money, jewels or materials,
Can interfere with this one's goal.
It's there when you don't want it,
But then it's there when you do,
I, for one, wouldn't want anyone else,
They could never stand up to you.
You hold my life's completeness,
Make me think when I should,
With only one word used to describe you,
That word must be very, very "Good"
Laws (Of "Miz Pattie's Ranger")
2/25/01
"Window Of Time"
Keep passin' through this window every now and then,
Not countin' what it takes for me to get back in.
A quick turn here or slow pull there and it'll pass you right on by,
Only to come back 'round again...certainly you've guessed why?
You've fooled them all with your likeable ways,
Though it's they themselves who've fooled,
Never in their livin' days,
Will they of thought themselves "schooled."
Feelin' no pain or sorrow that often parts the way,
Listen to the other not hearin' what they say.
Evaluate to each new level a logic fine and clear,
Moving always forward when it's behind you that you fear.
Changin' in a moment as the need may arise,
Jumpin' from one to another quickly donned disguise.
Always leave 'em smilin' with a fire in their eyes,
Dwellin' on all the truths that are fabricated lies.
Laws (Of "The ChangeMan")
1/16/01
"West Of Index"
If I could just feel that love again,
Of innocence givin' all until the end,
Not to be marred by a simple touch,
Like the generated beauty of an antique hutch.
To grow more with wonder and pure delight,
With each new feelin' and precious sight,
Holdin' on firmly to all that is new,
And in the process not losing you.
Laws (Of "All Sales Are Final")
9/20/2000
"Free Tickets!!"
Darkness shone in it's murky light,
Stars twinkling so far from my sight,
Clouds of gray go whispering by,
I watch, but no longer wonder why.
Light begins it's early morning trek,
Touching my head, my face and neck,
The warmth I feel will always be,
A sign that this day was made for me.
One of wonder and with so much to see,
One of beauty in all things set free.
A light in the tunnel of this life's train,
That takes me on a ride for the giftedly insane.
AAALLLL, ABOARD!!
Laws (Of "Mental Conductors")
6/13/2000
"Pattie’s Song"
You held my heart for so very long before you even knew,
That the future stretching out before us would hold only two.
With special caring, long commitment and your soft, gentle love,
It all seemed to come to me as if a godsend from high above.
Through so many trouble times your love would never waiver,
Being swallowed up within it’s depths my soul shall always savor.
A strong, deep, hidden passion of one heart so dedicated and true,
So my heart belongs to the hands that hold it and they, my love, belong to you.
Forever And Always,
Laws (Of "A Hopeless Romantic")
4/8/2000
"The Hangman's Noose"I don't know when it happened or the reasons why and how,
Even though I try to I can't seem to reflect about it now,
All I can see before me here is a hangman and a gallow,
A group of most impassive eyes and a grave that's very shallow.
Someone tried to tell me that what I did was wrong,
I think maybe I listened though not for very long,
The hurt, pain and frustration kept building up inside,
Then it all exploded on that day I found you'd lied.
So here I come St. Peter just a knockin' at your door,
A few more steps to wander up like I've been here before.
Aint always been a righteous man even though I've tried,
Just promise me one lil' thing ol' Pete, that YOU haven't lied.
Laws (Of "The Broken")
2/7/2000
"I Was There…"
I was there for you when the darkness came,
I was there for you when you went silently insane.
But you didn’t look around nor could you even see,
All the strength you would of needed was right here within me.
I was there for you when all you needed do was to ask,
Hoping, praying and wishing that you’d complete your task.
When forward motion seemed to waiver I’d push you along,
I was there for you and waiting to help you write your song.
When you wondered where they were or if they even cared,
I was there for you if only you would have shared.
Now time has passed by us as I look back from the end,
You were there for me, too, my unknown but best friend.
Laws (Of "Who, But You?")
2/6/2000
"An Inner Pain"
I thought about you for most of today,
Fact is, you've been on my mind a whole lot.
One time this heart was so filled and firm,
But now, without you here, this one is not.
That look in your eyes still haunts my days,
The warmth of your body is forever missed in my nights.
But what can one do when this life takes such a swing,
Causing a separation of best friends that just isn't right?
I feel so extremely powerless to bring an end to this horrid ordeal,
I know that neither of us can even believe it's all so very real.
My heart and yours both share an emptiness that only each other's love can fill,
So I'll wish, I'll hurt and tear up a mite awaiting that time "until."
Laws (Of "Heartache")
2/2/2000
"Who Was First"
There are many others folks in this great unknown,
That can share the same feelings that time has grown,
Some will think they are isolated and single in thought,
Imagine their shock when they find out they're not.
Accepting the possibility that we were not first,
In thinking or even writing the prose to a verse,
Knowing that someone has shared the same thought,
Makes one wonder if we're all so different....or not?
Copyrights and Trademarks serve society so well,
But are they truly the authority they try to sell?
When over time millions have past by this way,
Were they truly "first" in these thoughts they display?
Laws (Of "A Singular Passion?")
1/19/2000
"How Are Ya?"
Last time together you said you changed,
For me your busy schedule could be rearranged,
Things in the past are now over and done,
I do have a father and you do have a son.
The future is bright if the will remains strong,
Change isn't easy but can be brought along,
Time is a wastin' and there aint that much more,
You stretchin' into those seventies and me to forty-four.
I dreamt of you over these past two nights,
Which brought concern that you're not feelin' all right,
So iffin your thoughts do pass on over to me,
Just give me a call and set these worries free.
Laws (Of "Son Shine")
1/14/2000
"Peace, Love & War"
Each day brings the memories,
Of those days gone before,
The hurt, longing and remembrance
Of Peace, Love & War.
A Peace that never came to be,
Love that scattered to many a shore,
Then there is the repeated ordeal,
Of these many battles to stop War.
This motto is still burned deeply,
Within a tattered heart from long before,
That each morning I keep repeating,
These thoughts of Peace, Love & War.
Laws (Of "The Revival")
1/13/2000
"An Albuquerque Night"
The drunks are hangin' out at the payphone tonight,
Yelling and screamin' and causin' the wife fright.
The drug dealer came by and dropped off his goods,
Just another night passin' by like it should.
Squealin' tires frequent the still of the night,
Bass boomin' across from vehicles who got no right.
Folks walkin' by our window hollerin' out way too loud,
Me wantin' to give 'em a permanent shroud*G*.
Two weeks to await and we'll be on our merry way,
The peace of Mountlake Terrace only 1500 miles away!
Skateboards slammin' down on curbs even as late as now,
I'll patiently put up with it (sometimes I wonder how!)
No gun shots have sounded so I guess that's a plus,
(Last night there was a raid for a drug dealer's bust!)
Ambulances and Fire engines also dieseled through,
Naw I aint lying...all of this is true!!
So give me a home where the silence can roam,
And the jueveniles are wanderin' many miles away.
I don't ask for much just a night without fuss,
Without waking to hear them emit the cuss!!
To pack up our belongings and take off again,
Seems like a lot of hardship but it's really no sin.
It'll take us to the place we left behind,
Solitude...simplicy...quiet and peace of mind.
Laws (Of "Next time, I Buy A Gun*G*")
9/17/99
"Welcome September"
The heat of the summer will still be poppin' in,
"Less Sun, More Rain," he thinks with a grin.
Temperatures that maybe won't wander quite so high,
Cool relief soon to be upon us we'll no longer fry!
Young folks back in school for most of the day,
Serenity can surround us in it's own quiet way.
The clouds will appear with more candor and swirl,
Cooler weather means another reason for huggin' you girl!
The changing seasons come quickly and soon Fall upon us,
Be you baby, young teen or just an ornery ol' cuss!
Bringing new holidays, new memories and always new hope,
His way of rearranging things to see how we cope.
Laws (Of "In Autumn Bliss")
9/01/99
Time passes by and with it so do we,
Will those memories still flow of you and me?
Remember that moment when we first met?
Please tell me you haven't forgotten it yet.
Those times we recklessly revealed our souls,
Grinning and laughing at the stories we told.
Showing tiny bits of this life's pain with our tears,
Holding tightly to each other would chase away our fears.
The sun as is rises on mountains of white,
Blue, gray clouds in pink skies, oh what a sight!
The smell of a puppy or kitten newly born,
Those pages from the "Book of Life" that we've torn.
The people we met and the friendships we made,
Those plans for the future that both of us laid.
Holding hands on a walk across the windblown sand,
Sitting lost in our thoughts while listening to the band.
Yes, time passes us by with both tears and joy,
But friendships are forever and not just a toy.
These memories will forever wander randomly through my mind,
My hope and my wish is that these are memories you too will find.
Laws (Of "Forever Friends")
4/9/99
The birds are chirpin' a most cheery "hello".
A young girl off to school walks by just below.
An engine coughs up a hearty "good day",
No nothin' has changed here while we were away.
Lookin' in the mirror it's me I still see,
Not the passion inside always tryin' to break free,
A man like any other doin' what must be done,
To meet the obligations of "not havin' fun"!
Someday it will come....that time of my own,
Where I may pass on the life I've been shown.
But will it contain any more value or worth,
Or only show another failed attempt at rebirth?
Laws (Of "Futility")
3/29/99
"Highway Heaven!"
(Sung to the tune of "Bad To The Bone")
Varoom....Vaaroooooooom....his engine is revved,
His motor stays hot,
Be burnin' up the highway,
So much sooner than NOT!
Like a "Shootin' Star"
Or just a "Freebird"
Call him "Travelin' Man"
He done gave ya his word!
His honey is waitin',
But she can't find the time,
To pack up all the goodies,
Now aint that a crime!!
The mules got new shoes,
An enima it's had,
Gonna be so clean runnin',
Like......totally rad!!
My jeans are all clean,
These boots have a shine,
Road rage it can't get me,
While I "greasy spoon" dine!!
Like smoke on the roadway,
Or just a flash in the night,
A blur that you MIGHT see,
When this Bad Boy takes flight!!
So come my Vacation,
Gettin' closer all the time,
Just one mo' lil' week,
'Til I get those "Road Rhymes"!!
Laws (Of "My Little 'Peace' Of Pavement")
3/9/99
A place that protects us from those winds of a rage,
Momentary relief from the preachings of a sage.
Built not as a punishment but with love in the heart,
Not as the final resting place but as another start.
A place of silent refuge, loneliness and hope,
To puzzle the possibilities of just how we can cope,
Seeking an understanding to what was done wrong,
When time passes by the winds don't feel quite so strong.
Thank you for leaving us this one place to end up,
(Though it seems when we go there it's always so abrupt!)
My home is your home and it can always be shared,
Though a "House Of The Cat" would get ya some stares....
Laws (Of "Only The Innocent")
2/21/99
Searchin' again for that solitary clue,
Askin' myself why I do what I do?
Wonderin' if ever I'll feel as I should,
If I've managed to do all that I could?
Walkin' the night with shadows of mind,
Seekin' out spirits in others of kind.
Twisting inside with tortures of soul,
Feelin' only a small part of this whole.
Choosin’ to live the life that's ahead,
Not choosin’ to live and ending up "dead".
My way or your way or his way or hers,
The range of emotions that each of these stirs.
Until the next sun rises to lighten my way,
I'll wander in darkness with nothing else to say,
Choosing the silence that holds it together,
Rather than saying the words that may make it better.
Laws (Of "A Shadow Ranger")
2/20/99
"Would you be mine?" he quite nervously said.
She replied, "Forever and always, even when we are dead".
A star shines above them so bright and so strong,
With their love they renew life to which they both belong.
Her beauty can not fade when looking through his eyes,
She sees his strength as that greater than anyone his size.
Together they remain the only two parts of this whole,
Forever best friends, heart to heart and soul to soul.
Time has no meaning for the days only stand still,
All purpose and substance bending now to their will.
In each other they've found an end to a search,
The end, the beginning, a continuous rebirth.
Laws (Of "A Happy Heart")
2/14/99
To be awaken each day from a deep painless sleep,
Where dreams and the unconscious anesthetically keep,
Feeling enthusiastic and happy to just again live,
Then turning it all over to what this ‘living’ has to give.
An excruciating explosion at the rear base of my neck,
Reminds me of the results that accidents get.
Stars of pain dot my mind in colors of livid red,
Making me momentarily wish that I could be dead.
It becomes bearable, to where I can tolerate it at least,
As I begin to rise from bed and start "battling the beast".
My shoulders begin to ache, my arms feel weak and sore,
But yet I continue rising to conquer this disability once more.
My mind fumbles through the fog that starts to descend down,
Wanting only relief from this constant pain that it has found,
My body shudders and quivers testing the nerve endings everywhere,
Until I’m sitting on the bed’s edge and finding some triumph in being there.
Laws ( Of "To Conquer And Win By Living Again")
1/26/99
(In admiration for all those who suffer and continue to fight the pain.)
Been thinkin' 'bout travelin' fer quite a while,
Cuttin' maybe a string or two,
But the thing that always holds me back,
Is the love I feel for you.
Plus do I have what it takes,
To start this life a new?
Knowin' that I've left behind,
A heart crushed that is so true.
Time will tell us just what happened,
With your love I should never of been blessed.
Who could think it would of gone this far,
The "Power of Love" neither of us should guess.
Laws (Of "A Rambler")
10/15/98
It's nice to know that you're out there,
When I've nowhere else seemingly to turn,
To help me pass these long, lonely times,
With a couple minutes or three to burn.
Each touches everyone in their own special way,
Then we in turn reach out carefully touching back,
Just hearts to hearts..souls to souls,
Without really ever looking back.
A unknown adversary of life's lessons learned?
With even more wisdom to be shared or earned.
Another chasmed heart with caverns yet unexplored?
Thank you, my dear friend, for I no longer feel bored.
Laws (Of "A Cyber Breeze")
10/13/98
I feel his wisdom when I ponder,
On which way I should turn?
I sense him watching over me,
Should someday I ever learn.
The comfort is there waiting,
Yet quietly I walk away.
Not wanting to trouble others,
With all the pain in the world today.
Prayers they don't come easy,
I remain humbled within his sight.
But here deep within my heart of hearts,
I wish I may and soon hope I might.
Laws (Of "Closet Christians")
8/18/98
Found him when he was five months old,
A little black and white ball of fur,
I thought he looked like a lil' panda,
But his owners felt he was only just a cur,
Eye brows of white gave him wisdom's look,
Bushy long fur that was so soft to touch,
His brown eyes looked at me as if to say,
"Take me home, I won't eat very much."
He never knew the restraints of a leash,
Even with the many miles he traveled by my side,
He'd just sit down along side this ol' hitch hiker,
Until a dog lover stopped and offered us a ride.
Always right there when I felt lost or lonely,
He liked snuggling up next to my chest,
With a wet warm lick across my face,
He could make me smile and forget all the rest
A woman suddenly came to join us,
No longer just two we were now three,
Ol' Bear gave her a welcome she'd never forget,
He heisted his leg up on her couch to pee!
She complained that he shed almost constantly,
That he smelled terrible when he came in from the rain,
But when the chips were down and I wasn't around,
His special love kept her from going insane.
For many years we found ourselves homeless,
Or moving from rental to rental every year,
He shared food we found upon my plate,
Never hestitatin' to lap up any spilled beer.
Fourteen years took their toll on that ol' dog of mine,
Though he'd stood by my side in every bar fight,
I'd never known a morning without seeing his face,
After guiding this ol' wanderer home each night.
"Rest easy, my friend," I said as they put him to sleep,
With arms wrapped tightly around him I could only weep.
With memories of all the good times we had to share,
I'll miss you now and forever...my dearest friend, "Brother Bear"
Laws (Of "Loneliness")
2/14/96
From the very secret lab way down below the ground,
A certain group of mystics and warlocks are found,
Impregnating herbs and spices with spells of all sorts,
Then sending up these special "tea leaves" to their human cohorts.
"It's healthy, invigorating and medically the best!"
Small samplings are then given for any and all to test,
Enightened visions and sudden feelings of bodily perfections,
Are only a couple of your newly engrained thought perceptions.
"It'll make you feel alive and young once again!"
(Slice into your weaknesses and open your soul up to sin!)
As the humans gather around to chuckle and laugh,
The demons below continue to perfect their new craft.
Laws (Of "Tea Anyone?")
9/14/97
No matter what you're doing you'll listen,
No matter what they've said, you care.
For the truth in keeping real friendships,
Is an ability to let each other share.
Give them a hug when they're feeling down,
Always show support in anyway you can,
Let them know that you can be counted on,
When troubles arise you'll lend your hand.
So many faces pass through our lives,
Many people come and many more will go,
But true friends will always be there with you,
Some just a memory and some you still know.
And we are...."True Friends"
Laws (Of The Search)
1/30/98
Here's wishin' only the best for everyone,
May we continue to grow and keep havin' fun!
Rememberin' the years that have come and passed,
(Realizin' that even this one won't be the last!)
Though the hills have been high and the valleys quite deep,
Let us not ponder the long past with a weep,
For ahead lies surprises and the growing great unknown,
More love, more kindness and even more caring to be shown.
Time passes so quickly as our life wanders on,
One minute it's here and the next minute it's gone.
Make the most of the moments you can spend with your kin,
Because once it has gone you won't have it again.
A new year ahead to let you practice what you preach,
In our own sort of way we give a little hope to each,
Forgiving the selfish, the greedy and those with wealth,
But most important of all you must forgive yourself.
Laws (Of "Clean The Slate In '98)
12/31/97
Clouds and shadows across the pond,
Dew hanging on fitfully to the lawn,
Morning breeze is slow and cold,
"No sun today" so we've been told.
Day looks to be bleak without sunshine,
Rain trickles down this window of mine,
Need for a blanket and roaring fireplace,
Dancing lights reflected in the eyes on my face.
Steaming cup of coffee warms my hands,
Most folks just waking up in these here lands.
Dog whines to run but it's just too damn wet,
I'll figure out what to do but just not yet.
Laws (Of Ponderin')
5/98
At night when I lay with my head upon the pillow,
I picture raindrops falling from an imagined weeping willow.
The tree is glistening with it’s foliage of reflected light,
Standing full, but yet stooped, upon a quiet lonely hilltop site.
As if forlorn and crying over some deed that has past,
I can hear the plopping of her teardrops falling onto wet grass.
Listening closely I hear her suffering moan in the wind,
A sorrowful sound than can make you shutter within.
Then all the storm clouds roll away and the sun begins to shine,
Her vibrant beauty reappears, that has been there all the time.
She seems to reach up to the sky as if welcoming the new light,
Then realizes the storm is over and her future is still bright.
With these pictures slowly wandering through my mind’s eye,
The want is still there but now gone is the need to cry.
Knowing that in the morning I’ll see the day as something new,
I drift off into a restful sleep hoping this same feeling is in you.
Laws (Of The Deep)
3/20/97
(Editor's Choice Award Winner, National Library Of Poetry 1997)
Got up before the alarm could sound,
Quickly across the floor did I bound!
Flew to the switch on the ol' coffee pot,
When beneath my feet I suddenly felt a wet spot!
Standin' there nekked with other things on my mind,
I slowly looked down and just what should I find?
That the dog had recently relieved herself on the rug,
No wonder she wasn't around for her usual morning hug!
As I reached for a towel to sop up the mess,
(It took not just one, but almost five no less!)
Knowing that by the house rules she'll abide,
I went to search out the demon and wallop her hide!
I called out her name and she didn't show,
Wonderin' now just where the heck did she go?
Searchin' the house I found neither hide nor tail,
Of our darlin' lil' dog that I now loved so well.
She wasn't in the bedroom under the bed.
Not even in the closet hidin' her head.
Not under the table, in the office or the potty,
Just where had she gone after bein' so naughty?
Suddenly the alarm sounded for my wife to get up,
As she rolled over and stretched who should I see but "the pup",
Gazing up at me from under the covers on her head,
With a look in her eyes of pure, solemn dread.
Some'll say I'm a softie and at this time would be right,
Though I should of spanked her I couldn't after this sight.
She slinked out of bed and quickly scuttled across the floor,
Right into her cage looking at me with the "I won't do it no more!"
As I slowly closed her cage door I muttered "Bad Dog."
She laid there and watched me her brown eyes in a fog.
Maybe I could of gotten up during the night to let her out?
In her mind it's all my fault...of this I've no doubt.*EBG*
Laws
12/15/97
Who calls your name when it's time to eat,
Who, if you don't show, then paddles your seat?
Who makes sure that your bed has been made?
Who picks up your clothes where ever they're laid?
Who stands by your side all through growing up?
Who says you can't have one, then gives you a pup?
Who listens patiently to everything you say?
Who is the first one you see when starting your day?
Who kisses away boo-boos and wipes away tears?
Who is your lifelong companion of so many years?
Who brings us together and breaks up the fight?
Who tucks you warmly into bed every night?
Who scolds you for misbehaving in front of a crowd,
Who taught you not to do what isn't allowed?
Who squeezes you so tightly when you come walking by,
Who's opinion of you do you hold most high?
Who is the beauty by which you measure any other?
Some call them "Mom", I call mine "Mother."
Laws (Of "The Ultimate Idol")
5/9/99
(Dedicated to my Mother, for putting up with me for all these years)
The winds of change are blowing,
Tossing your life around like a leaf,
As the force continues growing,
It brings a revision to our current belief.
This structure that’s been our sanctuary,
In the comfortable years of the past,
Is incapable of withstanding the battery,
While buffeted with blast after blast.
We‘ll have learn to bend in this wind,
To give a little yet hold our location,
This home just won’t be the same in the end,
But together we'll cope with any situation.
So just breathe deeply during this wild storm,
Refresh yourself with it’s cleansing air,
Try to retain your sanity, wit and charm,
And have patience, 'cause eventually we’ll get there!
Laws
July 1995
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