Tag Archives: determination

Who Do You Write For?

Posted on January 22, 2021 by Charles Yallowitz

This is a question that I ask a lot and see many people answering without hesitation.  At least it appears that way.  It’s hard to figure out for myself.  There’s always multiple factors that I think about.  The list can … Continue reading →

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One More Mile

Posted on September 25, 2015 by Charles Yallowitz

Legs aching and arms going limp You may have pushed too far Is it time to rest? There’s still work to do A break will cost you, dear Sparks are still upon your eyes I doubt you wish to give … Continue reading →

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Sari: The Lonely Gypsy (Possible Spoilers)

Posted on March 4, 2014 by Charles Yallowitz

The big introduction of Allure of the Gypsies is Sari, who is the titular gypsy.  Now, I won’t go into details about her story because you can read the book for that.  There are also other posts that involve her.  … Continue reading →

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*Spoiler* “What the F*&^ Have You Done Lately?” (Warning: Cursing, Violence, and Gore in video. Rated-R)

Posted on June 22, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

First, I’d like to say that this is to no one in particular.  There is no intention to offend here. For those that don’t know, there is a movie called ‘Wanted’ starring James McAvoy, Angelina Jolie, and Morgan Freeman.  It’s … Continue reading →

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Message to My History

Posted on April 19, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

(Poetry Prompt #10) Defiance Tell them to F*ck off I am sure they all will scoff Ignore them for they are no help Until you prove you are not a whelp A lost child with the mind of a stupid … Continue reading →

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Fighting to the End

Posted on April 17, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

I’m going to be trying a new style called a nonet.  I was told about this style by dribblingpensioner who is a very talented poet.  I am very thankful that he took the time to explain this poetic style to … Continue reading →

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Chumbawamba- Tubthumping

Posted on March 12, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

Two reasons I like this song.  One is that I have had some big drinking events in the past, but nothing compared to certain friends of mine.  The other is because it seems whenever I’m knocked down the list, I … Continue reading →

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Not Work

Posted on February 13, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

I toil at the keys Checking site and spam Eyes straining As words fly to life Flowing from fingers To the blurring screen I take a break Switching to ink and lead Scrawling on dead trees Until my mind is … Continue reading →

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The Battered Marionette

Posted on February 12, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

Multiple puppetmasters Each yanking on a string Ignoring the yelling From the bleeding puppet One says up One says down Another tries for round and round The puppet cries For release and hope Smacked on the floor To silence his … Continue reading →

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