David Whalen Poems

Clouds gathered in the southwest
Hastening the early darkness
Given to this early time of the year
A few flitting silhouettes
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Small kids…girls and boys
Should not have to live in worlds
Without joy or toys
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I awoke last night
In broken heart city
I had a dream last night
But didn’t dream it was true
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No longer am I…
Someone’s valentine

And no longer…
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Oil on troubled water
Grease on squeaky wheel

Quiet as a mouse am I
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An ol’ buddy proudly showed me
his new hearing aid

And advised me to invest in
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My first Christmas tree, thirty years ago
Upon my arrival in Las Vegas
Shall always be remembered so,
As one of my greatest
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Sweet addictions
Twinkies and mints
Sweet affections
Snickers and quince
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