The saltwater air brings peace and healing, evoking fond memories of time spent with my late father. At the beach, I feel connected to him…
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Dreams like Vapor In The Dark
The content reflects on the nature of dreams and life, comparing them to vapor that temporarily exists before disappearing. Despite their fleeting nature, dreams fuel…
Continue Reading....Come And Fly Away With Me
Come and fly away with me As we jump off the edge We’re jumping off the edge of the known Into the edge of the unknown…
Continue Reading....Thirty-Six Trips Around the Sun
Today marks my thirty-sixth birthday, reflecting on a life filled with struggles, heartache, and growth. I've faced challenges including suicide attempts and losses, yet emerged…
Continue Reading....Rolling On, Turned To Dust
The speaker reflects on the duality of human nature, emphasizing that while selfishness often prevails, there remains hope for goodness through effort and training. Acknowledging…
Continue Reading....Finding Love and Healing Through Faith
The narrator reflects on their challenging journey through life, marked by profound lows and moments of despair, including a near-fatal attempt to escape pain. They…
Continue Reading....running to the dawn
The narrator feels disconnected, as if their feet and thoughts have abandoned them, leaving them anxious and stuck in a perpetual dawn. They yearn for…
Continue Reading....Free Book Promotion
From October 12-16, 2025, Jordan Francis, The Mad Poet, will offer a free promotion of his poetry e-books, Sailing in Dark Waters and The Sword…
Continue Reading....When My Time Comes
The speaker expresses a desire for acceptance at the time of their passing, encouraging loved ones not to mourn but to celebrate their life. They…
Continue Reading....New Book Out The Sword You Left Behind
Jordan Francis' new book, The Sword You Left Behind, merges poetry and prose reflecting on grief and resilience following his father's cancer battle. This work…
Continue Reading....Revolution Of Grace
The text calls for a peaceful revolution of the soul to address the widespread brokenness in the world. It critiques the hypocrisy found in some…
Continue Reading....Good Intentions VS Grace
They say the road to hell is paved with Good Intentions Indeed, it is the road to dissatisfaction and cynicism with God as well The…
Continue Reading....Let You Down
The author expresses feelings of failure and the struggle to meet expectations, particularly in their relationship with Jesus. Despite repeated shortcomings, there is a desire…
Continue Reading....Ocean Cemetery
The poem reflects on broken dreams represented by gravestones in a vast cemetery beside the sea. It explores themes of purpose, existence, and the interconnectedness…
Continue Reading....Everest Cracks In Half And Slides
The author reflects on the emotional journey of watching his father, Jimmy Francis, decline due to cancer. He cherishes moments spent with him while grappling…
Continue Reading....Strong and Courageous
You feel helpless and afraid Like a failure and a waste of space Like there’s no hope Like you’re stuck underwater Or that all the…
Continue Reading....Cold and Alone (Or are you?)
Through the troubles and the hard times Through the darkness you tread in Like water 30 feet at least past your feet Cold, dark, and…
Continue Reading....Oh God Forgive Me
So many times when I prayI feel like I get no replyWords float off into the nightI couldn’t cut the silence with the sharpest knifeA…
Continue Reading....Blessings
As I go through this trying time Where we sold our house And I’m living in a pop-up trailer For an as yet undetermined time…
Continue Reading....Let Your Light Shine Down
Where is love found In this crazy, crazy world Full of disease, apathy, and evil Where can I find the source of Love Where can…
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