Dreams of the Dead Bryan Davis Distressing come the dreams of dirt-bound souls The cantor’s call of dirges in the dust They come too late to mollify their woes That time neglected turned their gold to rust A man’s regret… Read More ›
Poetry
Dragging Bones – A Poem
Dragging Bones – Ezekiel 37:1-14 Bryan Davis While looking East toward the dawn, Old Joseph’s brethren waste away While waiting for Messiah’s winds To come and breathe new life their way They suffer Egypt’s whip once more The Law beats… Read More ›
Some Poetry for a Sunday – Joseph’s Choice
Joseph’s Choice Bryan Davis A stone, O Joseph, cast a stone; Obey the law she must have known. A pregnant girl cannot deny Her pose of virtue shouts a lie. We stand beside you, stones in hand; Just say the… Read More ›
Guns and Hoses – A Fun Poem
Guns and Hoses Bryan Davis My father took my BB gun I really don’t know why I only used it as I should You know I’d never lie. I hit a can with one fine shot What could be wrong… Read More ›
Poetry Day – Dreams of the Dead
Dreams of the Dead Bryan Davis Distressing come the dreams of dirt-bound souls The cantor’s call of dirges in the dust They come too late to mollify their woes That time neglected turned their gold to rust A man’s regret… Read More ›