"Process" By Ashley O'Hare Proceed with caution: History repeats itself. You're welcome to squeeze your eyes shut, plug your ears, and zone out until the storm ends. The problem lies in the inevitable. Ignoring hardships now sets your future self up for failure. It's going to hurt. You're going to get through it. Sooner or… Continue reading “Process” New Poem of the Day (2023)
"One of the Many" By Ashley O'Hare I'm just one of the many- simply a single blade of grass in an overgrown lawn. I find that existence beautiful. A contributor to the ecosystem that holds no responsibility to go above and beyond. A life full of peace- singing birds, playful squirrels, fresh air- a perfectly… Continue reading “One of the Many” New Poem of the Day (2023)
"Aim" By Ashley O'Hare Aimed a little too high? Well, it was worth a try. If you never give it a go, then you'll never know. Right? Maybe it was worth a shot in the dark; Maybe you relied on luck, not smarts. There will be a con to every pro. Regardless of your approach,… Continue reading “Aim” New Poem of the Day (2023)
"Pick A Path" By Ashley O'Hare There are a million paths to take. Choosing is the hardest part. Which will cause the least pain? Which will fulfill my heart? The answers lie somewhere, like ancient buried treasure. Google cannot definitively say which is the correct way. It's personal preference- strongly subjective. What to prioritize? Money?… Continue reading “Pick A Path” New Poem of the Day (2023)
"What You Need" By Ashley O'Hare Wants and needs- what a slippery slope. It's easily warped in a mind, the line clinging onto hope. You may need some help, but you want a specific outcome. You need nourishment, but you want to fulfill your cravings. Deep down inside, you convince yourself of countless little white… Continue reading “What You Need” New Poem of the Day (2023)
"The Demands of the World" By Ashley O'Hare It's different this time. I'm working with a dimmer light. There's no point in lying- it's a sad sight. Poor damaged girl- that mascara staining her cheeks doesn't do her any favors. She's far too weak. Poor stupid girl- handed over the knife for a second time.… Continue reading “The Demands of the World” New Poem of the Day (2023)
"Cycle" By Ashley O'Hare I saw online you're doing just fine. You're glowing with her- I didn't expect that to hurt. How can you smile to her and your fans? Have you forgotten the blood staining your hands? You can try to halt the flow of time, but nothing will remove the record of your… Continue reading “Cycle” New Poem of the Day (2023)
"A Drop" By Ashley O'Hare "It's just a drop in the ocean- You shouldn't care so much." If only a heart had a quantifiable IQ. A heart forces warnings to fall on deaf ears. A heart shakes and shatters with stifled tears. Seventy percent of the Earth is comprised of minuscule drops of water. One… Continue reading “A Drop” New Poem of the Day (2023)
"Life Goes On" By Ashley O'Hare Last I checked, the Earth is still rotating. The moon is still tugging the tide. The sun is still brightly shining. All remains aligned. A minor flaw in your trivial plans does not create a cosmic disaster. Reconsider your demands. If the world did not end, your life disaster… Continue reading “Life Goes On” New Poem of the Day (2023)
"Purpose" By Ashley O'Hare What was the point of minding my manners? "Please" and "Thank you" never seemed to matter. I solely succeeded in becoming a fuzzy carpet. Step right up! This one's an easy target! She won't call you out on your moral wrongs! She'll pleasantly smile to your face, suffering to belong! What… Continue reading “Purpose” New Poem of the Day (2023)
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