Life Goes Screaming By
Isn't it funny how throughout life we run, run, run
Till life and sickness get us so run down
Forever thinking that we would always be invincible
And nothing could slow us down, now how laughable
Half a century old….and I'm still aging
With each passing year, the days are accelerating
Now my body grunts and groans
Because of my rickety old bones
Just to do those once easy to do tasks
Now I don't take any unnecessary risks
As I look in the mirror, no matter the angles
There's no covering up all these unsightly wrinkles
I can see both the past and the future
Knowing that there's not much I can alter
But wait for a gosh dang - bloom'n moment
I now have an untreatable ailment
I ask everyone, What was I doing a moment ago?
My mind swirls dropping cells like unneeded mementos
Life has a way of forgetting about Me
Heavens to Betsy, since when can't I see?
I fumble for my fashionable, old person bifocal glasses
Just to find out, now I can't fit into my old, sportier britches
So out come them ugly, stretchy suspenders
That bring back some horrible reminders
Of laughing at my dearly, beloved great grandfather
And now, I'm the brunt of each round of laughter
Since when did this pop belly appear in my midriff?
All of these maladies, make me reach for my handkerchief
I suddenly realize, that no longer can I run
It's something that I now know can't be done
Nope, no more races against all them young bucks
Hecks bells, now I'll have to get rid of all my spandex
I tell everyone I have to go home, because I have a headache
But it's really because, it's too cold outside and my knees do quake
Now that I'm home, I put my plastic dentures to soak
Then I take my medicine against heart disease and stroke
This life's race against time can never be won
But while it lasted, gosh, it sure was fun
So, hum, now I've wandered off in this stinky, smelly, old nursing home
As I scratch my bald head, let's see if I can remember how to get back to my room
Written by:
Jason Cheney
March 25, 2023
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The Smell of Homemade Bread
Upon entering our home's front door
I smell a smell so intensely pure
As if upon command, my mouth begins to water
My feet towards the kitchen do not hesitate nor falter
I find a loaf of sweet, delicious, homemade bread
This incredible smell goes instantly to my head
Longing to add the taste of sweet honey butter
To my slice of bread lavishly, it, do I smother
The hot release of steam as I cut into the loaf
Truthfully, bread is best right out of the stove
My strong frame melts just like the butter
Oh yes, this piece was just an appetizer
My stomach growls for the next hot, dreamy slice
My desire to savor another delicate portion does increase
As I reach for the breadknife, I remember to say thank you and please
It is said that people can smell Mother's bread upon their deathbed
Yes, that heavenly taste and smell of freshly baked bread
Thus today, I will savor each and every tender bite
Sinking my teeth into that tender morsel, to my heart's delight
Written by:
Jason Cheney
February 2023
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For anyone interested...this is a short synopsis of the Book of Mormon, another testament of Jesus Christ. It is an amazing history of the people upon this continent who saw Christ after His resurrection in Jerusalem.
The Book of Mormon
There is a book of scripture that talks to each of us
With profound prophecies that speak about our worthiness
Lehi's dream was to guide us along the straight and narrow path
Young Nephi followed the whisperings of the Spirit while in his youth
Jacob said that if we prune, dung, and care for the tree
We can make it back safely to Thee
Though we may be a branch grafted onto that old trunk
Good fruit from us will the Master pluck
Enos, though he went out one day a-hunting
Received a remission of his sins by earnestly praying
After reading these pages, the Lamanites would gain a knowledge of Christ
Looking forward with renewed hope, by the Holy Ghost, they'd be so enticed
Long live King Benjamin
My goodness, what a man
His son, Mosiah, was a prophet and seer
Who had four sons that caused an angel to appear
These four men taught the Lamanites with such great power
Insomuch so, that the Holy Spirit their physical bodies did overpower
Two thousand sixty sons did take up their swords
To defend their people from the wicked Lamanite hordes
Alma the Senior at first was a wicked high priest
Though upon hearing Abinadi speak, his wicked ways immediately ceased
Baptizing his people in the waters of Mormon
He started many people on the path towards salvation
Alma the Younger, was also a wicked and idolatrous person
For which, he suffered for three days and nights till his sins were forgiven
Thereafter, his greatest desire was to have the voice of an angel
Amulek and Zeezrom, were amongst those who heeded Alma's call
Nephi and Lehi, though prisoners, stood within a circle of fire
They wanted all to know about God, this was their desire
The soldiers listened and became believers
They soon became God's spiritual ambassadors
Nephi kneeled upon his garden tower
While beneath him wicked Nephites did gather
He foresaw the workings of the secret band of Kishkumen
That they would bring about the end of this great nation
Samuel the Lamanite, upon the walls of Zarahemla did preach
That Christ would come down to earth and, us, He would teach
Thirty four years after His birth, He did appear
To these, His other sheep, His voice did they hear
To become witnesses, His wounds did they feel
Throughout the land, all people, these witnesses did tell
Salvation could be had if at Christ's feet they would kneel
Then their wounds would He carefully heal
Almost three hundred years would pass away in peace
Till Mormon saw that the people's faith did decrease
A commandment to make a compilation of sacred records
And write about this nation's wickedness as it spiraled downwards
A final farewell to his people did Mormon give
Hoping that his son, Moroni, this war would outlive
Before everyone was killed there upon Cumora's green hill
All prophecies up till then were entirely fulfilled
Moroni, a final challenge to all
Unto us has he issued this call
If we will but read and pray with real intent
Our lives will this book compliment
The Book of Mormon has special meaning to me
But, its teachings are meant for all, you see
Of prophets, seers, and revelators who lived here so long ago
The truth, by way of the Holy Ghost, upon us will he bestow
So it's quite simple for you and me
If we but follow Moroni's steps to see
If this book testifies that Christ died upon that lonely tree
Then true followers of Christ will each of us be
Written by:
Jason Cheney
September 12, 2022
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Adiós
Adiós
Que Dios esté con vos
Ninguna vez te he hecho imaginar
Que aquí me iba a quedar
Añoro mis días de estar a tú lado
Pero mi vista se ve muy nublado
Veo el mundo en todo su esplendor
Ojalá que algun día, llegaré a ser un ganador
La competencia para ganar un dólar
Me causa un gran dolor
Judas vendió su alma al dar un beso
Solo para ganar unos tristes pesos
Tantas veces he tratado escapar
Esta prisión que me ha atrapado con todo vigor
Cansado y sin defensas
Mi cuerpo ya no tiene las fuerzas
Para continuar en esta lucha
Contra gerentes que son tan mensos
Gente que sigue en su estupidez
Y el mundo cayendo en iniqidad con rapidez
Hay que aguantár las pruebas de esta vida
Porque siempre va a haber conflicta
Prestamos atención a las leyes de Dios con diligencia
Y siempre tener nuestras metas en la vista
Lástima que esta vida pasé tan veloz
Si lo único que quiero es estar con mis amigos
El último día de este jornada tendré que deciros
Gracias y Adiós
Escrito por:
Jason Cheney
Agosto 26, 2022
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My Smile Прside Down
I've learned to smile while I cry
Perhaps, someday, I'll know the reason why
My heart so heavy, yes, so poignantly full
Thus my heartstrings do I gently pull
So that the corners of my lips turn upwards
Though they continually strive to turn downwards
My warm, salty tears could fill a measuring cup
But no one will notice as my smile rises up
On the surface, I am as happy as a lark
For it is my signature trademark
But deep down inside
My sorrow do I hide
I hurt day in and day out
But I will never let anyone see me pout
My heart and soul just want to shout out loud
I will not, no not ever, in front of a crowd
So I've learned to smile while I cry
After giving vent to a little sigh
I just smile and continue on
As I run this Earthly marathon
Supposedly, life is to be filled with fun
But rarely, inside, will it ever see the sun
Written by:
Jason Cheney
August 6, 2022
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Miracles wrought by His Hands
A thousand miracles performed by Christ
Soothing the anguish of each sinner sufficed
By taking a moment to lift a suffer up
And with those sinners He didst sup
He healed the sick and the afflicted
Their terrible suffering was quickly abated
The woman who sought out the Savior
To but touch His garment was her desire
A young girl who died
Through priesthood powers gently applied
She like Lazarus did awaken
To their family's acclamation
Ten lepers who sought out the Lord
A blessing and healing they couldn't afford
One turned to show his thanks and gratitude
By giving honor and glory to the most high God
A woman who was caught in adultery
Whose accusers left in a scurry
Afraid of lifting a stone
Leaving them there, all alone
He entered the Garden of Gethsemane
Alone and scared yet upon bended knee
To take upon himself everyone's sins
He looked unto his father because of his sore afflictions
He bled from each pore
This wounds me to my very core
Each drop of blood he spilt
If I repent, I will live again without all this guilt
Soon to be found upon a cross
Not recognizing his hand in our life will be our greatest loss
This miracle wrought by his hands
Has broken the oppressor's iron bands
They are in plain sight for all to see
These miracles were performed for you and me
All glory to Him while kneeling before Him upon bended knee
So that at God's table, we will not be an absentee
Written by:
Jason Cheney
July 3, 2022
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Busy Little Fly
Flit and fly
Busy little fly
You sit and chat
Then you scat
A million miles today
A race for food you say
Rather it's do and die
It's not time to lie around, you reply
I'll make the time
To find the most delicious grime
A garbage can comes into sight
Oh what pure delight
Happy am I
For tomorrow I'll die, fat and sassy I happily reply
Written by:
Jason Cheney and Gabby Galvez
June 2022
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The Essence of Life
This inability to stop inhaling
These sweet fragrances are so breathtaking
Stirring tender memories from my childhood
All of them, rich and good
They bring peace to my soul
They have indeed made me whole
Happiness mingled with a pinch of nostalgia
Triumphs and losses are swallowed up by this beautiful aroma
I smell the essence of each individual flower
Mixed in tandem, my olfactory senses it doth shower
I sense the beauty of this moment
The timing, so delicate … so perfectly eloquent
I wish I could remain
In this beautiful state I'm in
Knowing that this moment was made just for me
A smile, a wish come true, my soul caught up in jubilee
This infectious aroma, this essence
Has created such an exquisite ambience
Wherein I may find inner peace
Until I exhale, and my breath, I release
Written by:
Jason Cheney
March 27, 2022
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Alone
Hath no man called upon thee?
While walking upon Earth's highway
Desperate to find the answers to life's many questions
Far too many people have their own opinions
Looking and searching until life is no longer fun
Clouds and rain do overshadow the heat from the sun
Emptiness within me while in a crowded room
The bitterness, the gall of despair, which over me doth loom
Hatred, anger, bitterness, doth fill my life
All I've ever wanted was a world without strife
Yet I have found nary a place to rest
To unburden my weary head from all the unrest
Happiness to me is an unknown
For I have traveled these many roads, all alone.
Written by:
Jason Cheney
April 17, 2022
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Mi Lamento
Mis lágrimas
Mi angustia
Mi lamento por este alma pérdida
Mis miles de recuerdos de ti
El dolor
Mis gritos
Mi corazón tan débil
Mi cuerpo sin fuerzas
Me atraen a tu puerta, querido Señor
No aguanto tanta pérdida
Abrazame por favor
Quitame el dolor y estas lagrimas
Da caricia a mi alma
Abre a mis ojos
Quita las palpitaciones de mi corazón
Extiende tus brazos hacia mi.
Ayúdame sentir mejor
Colma mi corazón
Con tu amor evangélico
Envuélveme en tu abrazo amoroso
Ayúdame entender "el porqué?"
Silencia mis gritos
Toca mi corazón
Levanta mi vista, Señor
Hasta tus cortes celestiales
Para ser un testigo
Del Plan de Redención
Y que me amas
Esta es mi oración
En tus manos deposito mi confianza
Para que algún día yo
Contigo y con ellos, puedo vivir
Escrito por:
Jason Cheney
Diciembre 11, 2021
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Just Look Up
Such anguish in my soul
Why doth the devil have so much pull?
To draw me down below
Eternal happiness I feel I must forego
I can't seem to rise above all this pain
My tears fall upon my cheeks like rain
I can't see through solitude's darkness
My heart cries out to me, "life is pointless."
When I am in this moment of despair
It's time to kneel in earnest prayer
My God, I need Thy help to draw me up
I know that Christ did drink from that bitter cup
But I cannot fathom what effort it took
Yet of it He still partook
How strong He must have been
To withstand Lucifer's evil grin
Never to relinquish his eternal perspective
To achieve His Infinite objective
So as we wallow in our own sorrow and pain
Remember that Christ did obtain
Through trials at Gethsemane and there upon Calvary
He did rise above all this world's drudgery
He's here to help lighten our load
This burden upon Him can we unload
To stand up straight
Grabbing the iron rod with all our might
Placing each foot in front of the other
Into God's waiting arms, and also those of our Elder Brother
Where this anguish can be swallowed up
If we will do one simple thing, JUST LOOK UP!
Written by:
Jason Cheney
December 21, 2021
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The Loneliness of the Night
The loneliness of the night
To some it is quite a fright
For this purpose God created "light"
In the wee hours of the morning
My mind begins churning
I often find that it's time to begin writing
I can't go back to sleep
I've tried counting thousands of sheep
Therefore, I turn to God, while others are asleep
My thoughts are often just my own
About the gospel seeds that I have sown
And how quickly my kids have grown
Or, how I wish to become like Nephi of old
Who did everything that he was told
He saw Christ, angel's, and other things foretold
I think of God's expectation of who I could become
I am free to act, due to Christ's ransome
His ways have never been cumbersome
Talents that have been given to me
These have been a benefit to many you see
But my body aches, the hour is half past three
While upon my bed I do lay
I read, ponder, and pray
What more can I say
The night has passed
A new dawn has come at last
I feel somewhat downcast
As I wonder how to withstand another day
My body and mind must not sway
From my duties to perform, today
While others got a full night's rest
For me, today will be my biggest test
As my body doth protest
Why on Earth couldn't I sleep
Into thy hands, Lord, my soul please keep
As I travel, work, ponder, pray, and seek
Let this next night be more restful and kind
Into thy hands I place my tired, weary, old soul and mind
Please Lord, help me to fully unwind
As each hour swiftly flies
I gladly close my beautiful blue eyes
In hope that my body, this night, will reenergize
I know that through the silence of the night
I have come closer to my Heavenly Father's light
By reading about him, because I've accepted his invite
To become more like Him
Therefore, I sing my favorite hymn
"Oh My Father", this phrase fills my heart to the very brim
No matter what, to Him I'll sing
His matchless love gives me wing
He comforts me, when my heart is aching
What comfort, joy, and beauty is found in this phrase
I stand in all amaze
While looking upon Thy face
"My God How Great Thou Art"
Thou hast known me since the very start
In Thy embrace, my troubles and worries do depart
I deposit my life into Thy loving hand
My faith in Thee will help me withstand
The trials of this life which are just part of Thy eternal plan
Written by:
Jason Cheney
November 6, 2021
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Heaven Definitely Knows
How tender and sweet are the prayers of a child
So full of faith, yet so mild
In this mortal life, they are so easily guided
It has therefore been promised
That if we become like one of them
We would eventually meet He who was from Bethlehem.
How wonderful it would be
To be one of those who sat on his knee
To hear him say
These, with me, will forever stay
In that celestial home
Where I invite all to come.
Written by: Jason Cheney
October 16, 2018 & March 15, 2020
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Nostalgic
Nostalgic for what's been lost
My best friends and family do I miss the most
Saddened by not seeing those who've passed on
This cry of loss causes me such deep emotion
Cut to the quick by the forfeiture of an era passing away
You remind us to be cheerful and happy, this you say
As we remember their faces in our mind's eye
Saying that we don't miss them would be a terrible lie
Of this I'm sure you'll all agree
That saying goodbye is never easy
Just knowing that they aren't with us anymore
Makes us want them nearer, all the more
The outstretched arms waiting to embrace us
This terrible, unrelenting feeling of our loss
Of love and laughter
When we were all together
How can life go on?
This thought seems to spawn
Feelings of hopelessness
And loneliness
Dreaming of those days long past
When I saw you last
I can't wait to be near you again
This, my joy, I can't contain
I'll run to you when I see your face
To be once more within your embrace
My dear loved ones and friends
Someday we'll be together, when my own life ends
Never ever to be apart
This will just be the start
Of our lives together
For eternity, in the hereafter
Written by:
Jason Cheney
October 10, 2021
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Upon His knee
I nestle into my favorite spot
Upon my Father's knee
To listen to Him
A lesson and story He recites to me
I love to gaze into His eyes
He speaks with such love and reverence you see
My focus is upon His face
I listen so very attentively
His voice so mellow I begin to weep
I lay my head there upon His chest
He lovingly wraps His arms around me
He is my hero, yes, my best friend you see
That day a memory I did make
Though off on a new adventure I did partake
But my heart longs to hear His voice
I yearn to look upon His face
So through the veil I do eagerly peek
For those memories that I do solemnly seek
I look for Him where I did depart
He is waiting for me there with His arms wide apart
My God, my Father, whom I entreat
Hold me tight, like before
So I might feel loved once more
This is my most earnest prayer
I know that though we are far apart
My loving Father has heard me up there
For I feel His hands lift me up
As He once more sets me upon His knee
I nestle into my favorite spot
And lay my head once again upon His chest
My Eternal Father gently soothes my fears
My son, thou art loved by me, this thou hast always known
Yes Father, this I know
Today I just needed an embrace and hear thy voice
I've missed thy presence this thou must see
And being held here upon Thy knee
Written by:
Jason Cheney
September 28, 2021
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