John Byrd : Writing

Class?

Class?

A Poem by John Byrd


I can save a goat from a pack of wolves.Abstract thoughts lead to great expectations.As I escaped in my dream from the ghouls.I’m forced to lear..
Interior

Interior

A Poem by John Byrd


Isn’t sight such a beautiful thing.A blessing they say.Sometimes I envy the blind man.Avoid the exterior at all costs.Instant judgment based on ..
Sway

Sway

A Poem by John Byrd


They want you to have it all figured out.Even the wind does notThat is why it sometimes sways.Depict me being pushed back and forth.The mind is the gr..
Ego Breakdown

Ego Breakdown

A Poem by John Byrd


I swear the cockiest people are the most insecure.It’s like they’re trying to tell themselves they’re something they’re not.It..
Flight

Flight

A Poem by John Byrd


I heard the song of a bird yesterday.I’ve never heard anything so soothing.Except her voice.Bird seem so free.They fly as they please.Where ever..
Water Please

Water Please

A Poem by John Byrd


A bottle that is half empty feels the same way as me.It is the only thing on this planet that can relate to me.One second I think I’m almost at ..
The Naked Eye

The Naked Eye

A Poem by John Byrd


Feeling as if I’m PinocchioAnd my strings are being pulled.I’m being played with.But I’m a real boy.I have a heart and feelings.I ma..
Playing the Game

Playing the Game

A Poem by John Byrd


It’s so easy to get attached to one person.To search and look for a person to get feelings for.But don’t all your feelings lead to disappo..
Ya'll Don't Really Hear Me Tho

Ya'll Don't Really Hear Me Tho

A Poem by John Byrd


I like slang. Titled from a Meek Mill song.
Run Away

Run Away

A Poem by John Byrd


Just run awayFrom what you love the mostFrom what makes you smile everydayFrom your motivation to wake up every day.Just run away.Don’t hold on ..