M.J. Carlock

Joined June 2021

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I find that words are powerful; regardless of their form, they carry influence over our lives, and we must wield their power with both wisdom and heart.

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unspoken
i saw you this weekend, friday night; you were smiling—happy—eyes bright, i need you to know, i lied, when you asked how i was,
By M.J. Carlock2 years ago in Poets
residue
maybe i was expecting too much, thinking i had nothing to lose, what a pitiful excuse, in truth, i lost too much, pouring myself out,
By M.J. Carlock2 years ago in Poets
I Was
slowly slipping, down... down... down... drowning, air escaping, suffocating, struggling to reach the surface; is it even worth it?
By M.J. Carlock2 years ago in Poets
Enough
It is always the same thing with you, "Apologies, apologies..." Making up some dumb excuse, "I love you, I love you..." They're just empty words,
By M.J. Carlock2 years ago in Poets
The Mission
An eerie silence settled over the snow laden forest, as if every creature waited with bated breath for the events that were about to unfold. Even the sun itself, normally so bright in its countenance, was now hidden behind a wall of grey clouds.
By M.J. Carlock2 years ago in Fiction
What Love is This?
Always Beside me, Caring, Daring, and Encouraging me; Forever Giving me giggles, Holding my hand, Igniting Joy, Kindling
By M.J. Carlock2 years ago in Poets
Life's Masquerade
I play a game of pretend, Still asking myself why, I force a smile once again; Amidst a sea of sardonic grins, Donning a role I despise,
By M.J. Carlock2 years ago in Poets
If You Need Me
Just let me in, I'll sit with you on the ground, Until your heart is on the mend; I'll be your friend, I won't let you drown,
By M.J. Carlock2 years ago in Poets
Drawn to...
dream... an interesting word, to say the least; it reels you in, and captures you, transporting you into other worlds, both
By M.J. Carlock3 years ago in Poets
Waiting on You
don't look at me that way, i can't take it anymore, so many words you never say, and they're banging at the door; right now,
By M.J. Carlock3 years ago in Poets
The Confliction of Dreams
dauntless ideas swirl in my mind, twirling ‘round and ‘round; “catch me,” they whisper... but i know better; for
By M.J. Carlock3 years ago in Poets
Twinkling Trails
Time ticks tirelessly, Trapping tourists, Tarrying; Taunting travelers, To taste, Temptation.
By M.J. Carlock3 years ago in Poets

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residue

I Was

Enough

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What Love is This?

Life's Masquerade

If You Need Me

Drawn to...

Waiting on You

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