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About Street roots. (Portland, OR) 1998-current | View Entire Issue (July 17, 2015)
K Street Roots • July 17-23, 2015 Poetry Page 14 Refuse the Anger Made In the Shade by Simran Sahota by Cactus Hold my head between my legs, Look down only seeing reg ret Who knows what I am wondering, Rather my conscience is having the battle. What seems to be just a small matter, Arises a major conflict I was the one who was neglecting the pain, Which instead turned into anger. Being sad is an emotion, But anger is seen as bad. The words that brought me pain, Are the same words that will bring the patience. A day will come when I will solve this matter, And be able to control my words. The sadness may be held for a bit longer, Yet the anger must be refused. Rules must be restrictive If nobody broke rules Nobody would need them. Guidance helps folks get where they Want to be Shady boughs More important is intuition To know inside why you are wanting Blowing In a light breeze Sunshine feels Like the tree is moving it But I know it isn’t External satisfaction is transitory and fleeting The present is always seeking Hunger returns When chewing stops Dust dries Water out Of your throat Being without seeking Waiting for a moment to be complete Acting in response to the present conditions If a fly doesn’t want a spider to Catch it It shouldn’t fly in the web. Loss is the only certainty. Highs and Lows Where senior and disabled adults receive the care and respect they deserve. Call us for more information (503)223-2144 1337 S.W. Washington, Portland, OR 97205 www.tafthome.org by Michone Nettles In the depths of deep water, We swim the tides in and out to sea, To see the fish, The boats floating up and down The swells of life’s deep emotions Sharks looking for the next bite Of anything that comes their way. Their way is the way of survival. Be watchful of the sharks that “need you” For brunch, dinner, midnight snack! Love life.
