THE WORLD BY THE TAIL

 

The dust twirls on a dusty road,

And living life can be a heavy load!

Today the sun shines so bright,

But we never know what’s out of sight!

We’ll not always have the world by the tail –

Without warning things can become hell!

So how can we prepare for the worst?

“Stop worrying about riding in a hurst!”

Today has enough troubles of its own –

(Trust in God) and leave the future alone!

Can any of you by worrying add a day?

So, enjoy life! I find that’s the best way!

Anxiety just has no place in this life!

Smile and be happy – it causes less strife!

 

Thomas Theophilus© August 22, 2026

 

ALL WILL BE REVEALED

 

The world we know is about to change!

Let me try to explain:

Since Satan was thrown to the earth –

We’ve not known the truth since our birth!

Lies have brainwashed our minds –

Just look around – you see all the signs,

“Wake up!” Truth has value we can yield!

“The Bible says that all will be revealed”

 I understand that most just don’t care,

But living in ignorance and not aware –

That is not an acceptable excuse!

You don’t want me to truly turn loose!

The world we know is about to change!

Our way of thinking will be rearranged.

 

Thomas Theophilus© August 21, 2026

 

MOMENTS LIKE THIS

 

Good morning, Darling!

Are you awake?

Can you hear the Ducks on the lake?

There is a lot of chatter!

I wonder what’s the matter?

I guess a storm is about to brew –

Some come and let me hold you!

Good morning, Darling!

This is the best part of the day

Before the world gets in the way!

There is no surprise

To see love in your eyes!

Moments like this are the best –

Where a man’s heart can rest!

Good morning, Darling!

 

Thomas Theophilus© August 5, 2026

WHEN DARLING

When the birds sing – will you complain?

When did a heart feel its first pain?

When did the roses drink sweet rain?

When do you have a need to blame?

 

          When did you look into my eyes?

          When did you remember how to despise?

          When was your virginity compromised?

          When did your heart first realize?

 

When did love first knock on your door?

When did your feet slide on a wooden floor?

When did your heart say it needed more?

When did you first see an Eagle first soar?

 

          When will you let me into your mind?

          When darling, are you going to be mine?

 

Thomas Theophilus© July 31, 2026

LIFE’S THOUGHTS

 

On my face you can see I care,

And these emotions I need to share!

As I sat beneath an old oak tree,

And life’s thoughts won’t let me be!

I watched as the clouds slowly pass,

As the wind blew in the tall grass –

I don’t know what this day will bring,

But I know things are not the same!

Yesterday I got this sudden glance,

And then the flowers begin to dance!

Remembering when I was your man –

And on life’s principles I must stand!

On my face you can see I care,

Then I looked and you weren’t there!

 

Thomas Theophilus© July 22, 2026

PAIN OR BLAME

 

A noise came loud and strong

It was like a heavy medal song!

   And on and on it went

   Loud and louder

      Pounding in my ears,

      And then came the tears!

 

The room shook

As if I had no luck

Pounding in my ears,

And then

The quietness came

As my mind tried to endure

The madness

That makes oneself

Gravel

At what we do to please

Without little though

Without caring

Of the outcome.

 

Here

In the shadows

I look around

I pour whiskey down,

   Is it all about me?

   Self-indulgent –

   Is what others see!

And I try to think

What is my purpose?

   Answers in a glass –

      A self-analysed stance!

 

But tomorrow is out of sight

It’s not my fault!

I have a perfect excuse

“Was it love

Or was it the rejection?”

At this point

It all seems the same

I must endure the pain!

Then I clear my eyes

I look through the smoke

The ice cracks

My heart pounds

I pour whiskey down,

And I endure the pain,

And I know:

“It’s myself I blame!

 

Thomas Theophilus© July 12, 2026

PLEASE STAY

 

I looked up,

And there you were . . .

With all the years that have passed us by,

As I remember we never said goodbye!

We both just took a different path –

And then I heard that insatiable laugh!

You were sitting at a table with some guy,

And I felt my heart begin to sigh . . .

Then you turned, and looked my way,

And the passion in your eyes wanted to say:

“I’ve never forgotten the love we once had,

And I’m so sorry that I made you mad!”

Then you got up and walked away . . .

With my heart screaming, “Please Say!”

 

Thomas Theophilus© July 11, 2026