Author: papasmurf

Mustang Cure

Mustang Cure

When I’m down and feeling blue.

I know just what I need to do.

I go out to the garage & get in the car.

Then drive my red Mustang convertible afar.

I go zipping along with the top down.

I end up driving all over town.

Wind blowing through my blonde hair.

I get wolf whistles everywhere.

I am enjoying the sun on my face

as I drive from place to place.

The radio is playing my favorite songs.

I sing and tap as I roll along.

Soon my mood is so much better.

I don’t worry about the weather.

I am in a world all my own.

I even turn off my cellular phone.

After an hour or so of cruising around,

I find I am again homeward bound.

Fixing dinner in the kitchen,

I find I no longer feel like bitching.

Hubby comes home looking for food.

He says I seem to be in a good mood.

I think he’s right. I feel good.

The Mustang helped like I knew it would..—R. W. Johnson—-(2012)

 

 

The Church

 

      The Church

People wait to greet you at the door.

One taste of God and; enlightened,

nothing but God will do anymore.

Someone must watch for the frightened.

They will sneak out shortly after coming in.

It is up to the enlightened

to convince them to stay within.

Sometimes, others will go out

who have been there a good while.

They let their light go out.

They leave without a parting smile.

Many that stay are all aglow.

They are very excited

to tell others & help them grow.

To be disciples, they have decided.

There are bigots, Pharisees, & preachers.

Devout Christians & humble, gentle people.

There are loving Bible teachers.

There are other, less friendly, people.

But, something is there

that draws people in.

It’s not that people care

or a hospital for people who sin.

It is the house of God.

His spirit abides there

in each believer. No matter how odd.

In the end, God really does care.————–R. W. Johnson—–(2002)

 

 

The Road Into The Unknown / He Knows

The Road Into The Unknown

We are all just travelers

on the road into the unknown.

We are aware of the architect of power.

Even though we know not where we are going.

The power will ripen the reactive void within you.

Like a womb accepting a seed.

Open yourself to what is unfamiliar to you.

So that the power, which is what you need,

can flow into you & make you whole.

You must become one with the power.

Let Him build, create, and mold

till there is no separating you from the power.

Then, you will be one

who will know we are all

on the road to Kingdom Come.—————-R. W. Johnson—–(2002)

 

He Knows

Yes, He knows

where broken dreams go.

Where heartaches & loneliness

rule the soul.

 

Where people cry

in agony,

to cast aside

their memories.

 

Where hope is just

a four letter word.

And misery is

all that is heard.

 

Yes, He knows.

But, still it’s true.

Because He knows,

there’s hope for you.—————-R. W. Johnson—–(2002)

 

 

Amazing Love / Ages Of Life

 

      Amazing Love

I never knew there could be such love.

It really blew my mind.

Now, I know I’ll always need your love.

You’ve been my greatest find.

I was down on myself the most.

You brought me into the light.

I was behaving like I was a ghost.

You showed me wrong from right.

I want to tell you just how I feel.

I want you right by my side.

I want to show you that my love is real.

I’m not just along for the ride.

A time may come when I slip away.

I never trusted myself.

But, I’ll come running back to stay.

I can’t give up my wealth.

You make me feel like a millionaire.

Although, I don’t have a dime.

I think , in time, I’ll be a zillionaire.

Because you are so fine.————————R. W. Johnson—–(2006)

 

      Ages Of Life

Age is like a flower growing.

Pushing upward & outward with a mighty will.

Age is like a river flowing.

Going faster, then slower till it’s still.

Age is like a tractor pulling.

It goes on & on with endless power.

Age is like a Mack truck rolling.

Hour after hour.

Age is like a faithful old dog

who, despite his age, when called, will come.

Age is like a white wispy fog

that fades away in the brightness of the morning sun.

——————————————————R. W. Johnson—–(2003)

 

 

 

The Gift

The Gift

Glowing in the darkness was the gift.

Like shadows glistening in the night.

Bedded down about the “old one” where he sits,

the entire herd was safe in the meager light.

 

At the first hint of smoke she sprang to action.

Pushing open the door, the horses ran to freedom.

Slowly, with dignity, the horses digging for traction,

She led them up the snowy hill to the “old one.”

 

The young horses were nervous & gave a whine.

But, calmed as the “old one” came into sight.

She moved up the hill to the safety of the pine

Where the “old one” rested with his wife.

 

She lay among the animals as one anointed

and gazed at the faces of the “old one” and his wife.

Those she loved she had not disappointed.

Her body, brittle,  with the years of her long life.

 

She was tired from the long climb and her years;

golden eyes filled with tears as she offered her gift.

Because of love, the couples eyes filled with joy & tears.

They shouted their praise and joy for the gift.

 

The gift of love and devotion until the end.

The bearer of the gift kneeled in praise.

The “old one” accepted the gift from his friend.

He said “May you always be wise in your ways.”

——————————————————R. W. Johnson—–(2011)

 

 

 

 

Wanting Her To Stay

      Wanting Her To Stay

Going through life a day at a time.

No one to share a dream with through time.

Is that what life it’s all about?

Is there no reason to jump and shout?

 

I have a dream of a future with you.

Sharing our lives in all that we do.

If only you would feel the same.

There would be so much more to gain.

 

There has got to be a better way.

After one night, to have her stay.

There’s more to life than going all the way.

I just want her to want to stay.

Stick around through the thick & thin.

Want me more than she wants him.

We could live together but, not in sin.

I just want her to want to stay.

 

Life drags on when you’re all alone.

The loneliness hurts down to the bone.

She’s with another but, she won’t stay.

Leaving in the morning is just her way.

 

She won’t commit to anything lasting.

She only wants it to be a  fast thing.

A commitment could hurt her bad.

She won’t relent—- It is so sad.

 

There has got to be a better way.

After one night, to have her stay.

There’s more to life than going all the way.

I just want her to want to stay.

Stick around through thick & thin.

Want me more than she wants him.

We could live together but, not in sin.

I just want her to want to stay.

 

In the past she must have been burned.

It hurt her enough she won’t return.

Won’t commit to that kind of love again.

Will this nightmare ever come to an end?

 

I have poured out my heart to her.

The day I hurt her will never occur.

I just pray and wait for the day.

The day she will want to stay..

—-I just want her to stay!!———————R. W. Johnson—–(2012)

 

 

 

 

 

Misery Without Company

 

      Misery Without Company

Since you left I am hurting in every way.

The hole you left in my heart is filled with tears.

A pool for sorrows to swim in  each day.

Enough misery to last me through the years.

 

If you would flip through the pages of my heart

you would find you fill up every page.

When you got to where you tore it apart,

I have tried to mend it with rapid age.

 

I have aged a year for each day you’re gone.

I should have emotions filled with rage.

God only knows how much longer I can go on.

I just have the feeling of betrayal, no rage.

 

Also enough sorrow to last me forever.

The sun doesn’t shine for me anymore.

I see nothing but, wet,  rainy weather.

I feel too depressed to go to the store.

 

I am losing weight for lack of food.

I have no appetite to even eat.

I know it all sounds so crude.

It is the result of a heart of raw meat.

 

You’ve kicked it, ripped it, made it bled.

You’ve stomped it, romped on it,

drug it around like animal feed.

Yet, I hold onto the hope you will miss it.

 

You will take me back once more.

You will give me one more chance.

You will come knocking at my door.

Your rejection spears me like a lance.

 

I will go on crying, dying, a little more each day.

Always feeling that I can’t go on.

Always hoping that you will see a way

To return to me and we will bond.————R. W. Johnson—–(2013)

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Greatest Love

 

      The Greatest Love

You’ve been burned many times in the past.

You vowed the last time would be your last.

Men no longer rate high on your list.

You say anything is better than this.

I know someone who is worthy.

He is a man who won’t do you dirty.

His name is Jesus. Give Him a chance.

Let it be the start of a real romance.

Fall in love with Him like you have no man.

Give Him a chance. Just hold His hand.

Get to know Him like you knew no other.

Make Him more than a friend or a lover.

Trust Him with all. Even your life.

You will find He is worth the fight.

He will never let you down.

He will always be around.

Worship Him. He is your Lord & creator.

Surrender to Him now rather than later.

Love Him like you’ll never love another.

Love Him more than Father or Mother.

Don’t ever love them any less.

But, put God first. It is for the best.

A love relationship is what He wants.

Love Him completely despite the taunts.

He will bless you in ways you’ve never known.

He longs to give you all you’ve been shown.

To do anything to hurt Him would break your

heart. You will only do what He’s looking for.

You will sacrifice anything for Him.

You would even die for Him.

Such a relationship will be agape love.

Only God can give such love.

But, you’ll enjoy all it entails.

Nothing compares. Everything else pales.

You will have the promise of everlasting life.

Everlasting love without any strife.

How could anyone ask for more.

A love that endures & you’ll adore.———–R. W. Johnson—–(2013)

 

Loneliness / Opportunity

      Loneliness

What was it, someone said.

When you’re alone and in bed.

Do you lust for the one not there?

Is it almost more than you can bare?

Do you cry yourself to sleep?

Then dream those dreams of one so sweet?

In the morning, you’re bed’s a wreck.

But, you’re still alone, so what the heck!

So life goes, someone had said.

Loneliness is only in your head. —————R. W. Johnson—–(2005)

 

   Opportunity

It comes but once,

and when it does.

It’s come and gone

before it was.

 

All your life

you’re waiting for

a chance to grab it

at your door.

 

You’re never sure.

You never know.

It just might come

before you go.

 

But, if it comes

And you’re aware.

You won’t miss out.

You’ll know it’s there.

 

So go ahead

and take the plunge.

Take a chance

next time it comes.—————-R. W. Johnson—–(1988)

 

 

Ash In The Wind

      Ash In The Wind

Time is short. Save your soul.

Before you become like burning coal.

The creator God up above

can save you with His love.

You can run, but, you can’t hide.

Repent now for every lie.

Every sin that ever was.

Accept the love from God above.

 

We are only ash in the wind.

The justified end for a life of sin.

Every root and branch burned from within

We are only ash in the wind.

 

Look around you. You will see.

Things are ending. You can’t flee.

Time to get your life in order.

REPENT NOW!!! That’s an order.

Save yourself while you can.

Or end up in the frying pan.

You will burn till all is gone.

Sin is not allowed to go on.

 

We are only ash in the wind.

The justified end for a life of sin.

Every root and branch burned from within.

We are only ash in the wind.

 

You say all is well so why bother.

Things are the same. It’s not hotter.

You will be shocked how fast

end things happen to change your past.

Before you know it it’s too late.

No way then to change your fate.

Satan will be burning too.

He’ll burn the longest. Right by you.

 

We are only ash in the wind.

The justified end for a life of sin.

Every root and branch burned from within.

We are only ash in the wind.——————–R. W. Johnson—-(2012)