Poetry and Prose for any season

[Tyr-Ziu Saxnot]

rewriting....

[Tyr-Ziu Saxnot]

Lost Love's Dream Shadow



Deep within a sunlit drop of refreshing rain
I saw a glimpse of her beautiful face again
Dreams flow past as swift mountain streams
she haunts me lovingly in midnight dreams

Outside my window the great moon dares to sink
more time, more time is all I can think
She appears all the more real in her golden gown
as the great moon glides slowly slipping down

I feel earth trembling deeply into night
nothing feels better, nothing feels so right
Her voice whispers from shadows all around
smiles so deep that it echoes in loving sound

As dawn flees upward to meet the newborn day
I hear her parting voice softly, caressingly say
Dreams can not stay , they must go past
our loves are forever and forever they last......Tyr--04--03--2014

Tis not so strange for me to read great poetry then compose from inspiration. I hope such words of hope and joy helps others in times of hardship and sorrow. 16 lines that helped my soul. I think this one is a keeper and will surely go in my journal tonight. --Tyr

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Politicians Have No Heart, No Honor

You squawking birds are mute
now that the buzzard has flown in
Taking no notice until we all are destitute
acting as if cold harden statue men

You cowards pretend to bend and weep
as you watch us live in want
Act as if you truly earn your keep
faking caring when you surely don't

Stand frozen as a block of ice
as you allow the enemy to win it
Appease like dimwits playing nice
as you play at having no skin in it ..........Tyr-- 04-05--2014

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A Warrior's Destiny


A swift blow from my sword he fell back
protecting all he held dear from my attack
His great valor and bravery did not sustain
the image of victory he sought to claim


All consuming darkness became his fate
as he fell to journey to his next gate
Above his fallen body I did kneel
another blow his fate did it seal


Far greater many have courageously done
rejoicing in sweet victory fairly won
Yet somewhere in this blessed land
another strikes for freedom's stand


Into that battle and sweet victory day
I found sacrifice is the only way
For one must live by an honorable code
as did great warriors in the days of old


Die if you must but live if you can
courage rebukes death in the heart of man
Sacrifice for the love of others must stand
as mighty blows from Thor's right hand


Fear not the light of the coming morn
fate may send sound of Gabriel's horn
You may live many more precious years
with memories of blood, sweat and tears


As darkness finally covers your eyes
truth shall evaporate all the lies
You will find the life we so dearly love
was indeed a blessing from God above............Tyr-- 04-06-2014

Had a wonderful day. Served a great meal and had time with all my brothers and sisters at my house. Finally after a 15 months of doing a great meal every Sunday I've managed to heal a few wounds and bring feuding relatives together as it should be. My first great success at being a peace maker. Previously I was a vengeance deliverer... Mighty damn nice not to be beating somebody's ass for the evil they do. I just may take a great liking to this before I meet my maker.. -Tyr

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First Love Lost




The earth rose to kiss her feet
hair so long and lips so sweet
Her caresses were like morning dew
like a blue sky falling on you


She sent her favors like a Spring rain
like a beautiful snow falling again
Lips inviting as a mother's love
a glimpse of heaven far above


A simple touch of her sweet hand
could make or break any man
As she flew past I quickly saw
heaven's gate and joyous all


Then like a winter long gone
a chill hit me to the bone
Her image faded ever so fast
such love can never last, never last...............Tyr- 04-07-2014....

How well I remember my first love. A time never meant to endure. A heart broken so it could learn to mend. Feeling like never loving ever again.. Memories so bitter sweet. I went days and couldn't eat. Only to find my life was tougher still. When I hardened my will. Now finally a life lived. I found love had more to give. My wife and son steady me . To strive to live and live to love..-Tyr

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Your Lies Blind Your Own Eyes



You say not you but let another man
fight the fight to save this land
You bitch out those that demand we fight
as you hide deep when its a full moon night


Yet letting others reap your field
seems so right as you always yield
Defend your land as if your slave
only proves you to be a knave


We tire of hearing you cowardly cry
as the years and decades fly by
You demand we always back down
as you parade a fool about the town


Ever consider should we chose to fight
just may be to force you to see the light?
And step forth to finally be a real man
burn your edicts and scar your pampered hand


Could you ever man up to finally dare
pull your weight and do your share ?
Slay the spreading evil you seem to ignore
uphold freedom, sacrifice a damn lot more


Get off your ass stop the hiding
evil knocks loudly, soon its riding
Stop your arrogantly angered sighing
let your soul lose to start its flying


Out of the shadows where you rest and moan
fight like a hungry dog on a meaty bone
Stop demanding others believe your lies
as if they are eating the sweetest apple pies


A day is coming when the trumpet shall sound
will you fight or hide deep in the ground ?
Best to decide now to make the leap
for we all eventually get buried six feet deep


Wipe off your ever so comforting slime
stand proud and tall its finally time
To do or die as a good man must
pray daily , in God place your final trust...............Tyr---04-07-2014

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Dark forbidden eyes sit above those venomous lips
harboring storms to dash down a thousand ships
When your lightning strikes and wicked winds fiercely blow
awestruck and fearful man does watch the magic show


You that make the tigers cower in fear
send shadows of death ever so near
Often you dare to send better days
blue clear skies and sunshine rays


As you trick us into happy bliss
hidden dangers we foolishly miss
Then suddenly you grow dark
lightning begins its burning spark


Man begs for you to be fine
as sweet as heaven made wine
Yet nature holds you by the tail
suffering calamities straight from hell


Tomorrow promises even greater gifts
sending sunshine that so uplifts
Clouds announce your coming parade
earth awaits the gift you just made........Tyr-- 04-08 -2014

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Valor Never Diminished


A few old men do still live to tell
the brave deeds their brothers did
Noting the battle where they finally fell
shedding tears for their lives and kids

Holy ground were in laid to eternal rest
a path many fear to ever tread
Our nation ever gives its very best
to the beast that forever eats its dead

Should you ever chance to read
tales of valor fantastic and true
Remember it in your time of need
pray God gives such courage to you.......Tyr 04-08-2014

Inspired by the video posted here. And the sacrifice we all hope to never have to make.. In appreciation of the heroes that gave their all--to keep us safe.--Tyr

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Memories of Survival



Ages ago on a desperate battlefield I faced my foe
grim determination was upon that angry face
Had he thought long and well he would know
anger is a weakness common to his race

With cool head and quick hands I slashed his legs
blood stream forth like cold mountain streams
Tis sad to see a mighty warrior as he begs
finish me, finish me , as in agony he screams

The next blow I ever so quickly dealt
severed his right sword hand off clean
As he wounded sword down , shield up and knelt
still desperately clinging to life or so it did seem

Remembering all that I did feel
still haunts me to this very day
His life I did bravely and swiftly steal
sending his lost soul on its way

So long ago those fighting years
seems a wicked string of bad dreams
Can not forget nor shed any tears
looking for mercy in my best schemes

Time reminds me that I am old
no longer full of piss and fight
I may yet be proud and very bold
as the moon darkens my last night............Tyr- 04-09-2014

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I rise to face a comforting sun and clear blue sky
so good to find myself still above ground
I yield not to the temptation to even ask why
instead just enjoy the blessing of still hanging around


No great confusion this morn about mysteries of death and life
cool, cool breeze flowing upon my face and old man hair
I enjoy the gift of beautiful daughter, son and gentle loving wife
as life presents me with pure joy and great comfort more than fair ........Tyr- 04-10-2014

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Shadows Saying So Much.

Ever lived deep into a jagged night
fleeting shadows of ghosts just out of sight
With blues so deep they painted the entire room
nasty dark colors of impending doom


Hours spitting past like a long agonizing death
with cold sweats and painfully reluctant breath
Images of hatred thrown like daggers at you
vengeance deep and so long past overdue


Praying for a swift emerging and brightened morn
soft as a baby's cheek having just been born
Only to see a darkened ghost stand and wail
you, yes you are going straight to hell


Plead for mercy with all your might
ask sincere forgiveness for your plight
Then suddenly realize the spirit attacking you
is just a sad reflection of what you didn't do...............Tyr- 04-10-2014

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A Painter's Nightmare

I have been painting where the bird of vengeance tears out the coward's heart
large brush strokes given with an angry scowl and deep frown tossed in to boot
Land between where the blessed soul and the inner spirit of man do ever part
as rough and stout as an old mighty oak tree with withered rock anchored root


A canvas as big and glowing bright as the imagination of a happily playing child
setting up toy soldiers to battle fiercely until the mighty war God tires of his play
Incoming dark spirits unchained and commanded to destroy in vengeance gone wild
all that defiantly dare to fight back with courage and pluck while standing in their way


Each stroke begs for another more vibrant and deeper that the one blasted on before
as the picture looms large sending darkened chills up my renewed and stiffened spine
A shriek comes forth from behind that castle's bloody and heavy iron gated door
revealing the angry beast has just fled and all will soon be blissfully quiet and fine..
Tyr----04-10-2014

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The King Has Arrived


Decades of disgrace have so perverted moral law
as cries for reform came from the few that saw
Pretty lies designed to soothingly appease
sprang forth with liberal deceit and ease


Could our nation found no other fate
is correction ever too late
Misdemeanors and high crimes abound
like cheers from all round


A savior came to abolish suffering and woe
little did the deceived ever know
The sinister game that was being played
the dastardly plans so cleverly being laid


Does the savior not rule now by royal decree
stealing liberties from you and me
As he sits upon his newly made throne
demanding no true light ever be shown


Should we now abandon all moral codes
follow the tyrant down doom filled roads
Only to find our every hopeful thought
was diminished even before it was bought


How blind are those that refuse to see
the lies that surround the king to be!............Tyr 04-11-2014

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Eyes like diamonds decorating a rose
sweet lips to decorate her perfect nose
A face made for benefit for all to see
a girl too good for the likes of me


She passed me by not even casting a glance
yet my mind was on pure romance
I could hear her song night and day
yet to me she had nothing to say


Foolish dreaming gathered me no date
best to speak before it is too late
O' what words would serve me well
I had nobody to help me ,nobody to tell


Fearing the worst and praying for the best
I decided to try a very simple test
As she passes by I'd just step up to boldly say
Hello! And then begin to earnestly pray


That my bold step was met with a good reply
she'd be nice to me yet I know not why
Doubts and fear racked my fevered brain
daggers in my heart was my relentless pain


So I finally ventured receiving a great reward
finding suddenly talking to her wasn't at all hard
We dated for just over 47 blissful summer days
then each found others and parted ways


I learned nothing ventured nothing you will gain
yield not to fear step out into the glorious rain
Life sends us on a glorious and rewarding ride
best just go with the flow , ride high on the tide............Tyr- 04-11-2014

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Lessons Learned In Youth.



Eyes like diamonds decorating a rose
sweet lips to decorate her perfect nose
A face made for benefit for all to see
a girl too good for the likes of me


She passed me by not even casting a glance
yet my mind was on pure romance
I could hear her song night and day
yet to me she had nothing to say


Foolish dreaming gathered me no date
best to speak before it is too late
O' what words would serve me well
I had nobody to help me ,nobody to tell


Fearing the worst and praying for the best
I decided to try a very simple test
As she passes by I'd just step up to boldly say
Hello! And then begin to earnestly pray


That my bold step was met with a good reply
she'd be nice to me yet I know not why
Doubts and fear racked my fevered brain
daggers in my heart was my relentless pain


So I finally ventured receiving a great reward
finding suddenly talking to her wasn't at all hard
We dated for just over 47 blissful summer days
then each found others and parted ways


I learned nothing ventured nothing you will gain
yield not to fear stepping out into the glorious rain
Life sends us on a glorious and rewarding ride
best just go with the flow , ride high on the tide............Tyr- 04-11-2014

Was in a hurry to post due to taking my wife to work this morn. Forgot to title my newest work.
A work which I long ago wrote but was in my papers the ex-wife destroyed. Had to do it from memory and am sure its fairly close to the original written about 30 years ago. I was writing about my experience as a 16 year old kid that had so damn much to learn.. Don't we all wish we could go back to redo some things?? If so Id go back and hold onto that gal for dear life but fate sent me down another path.. No complaints , just musings from an old man about youthful experiences. -Tyr