General Poetry posted November 30, 2023


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A poem about New Jersey at least my experience of living.

Anything Happens In Jersey

by Daniel Fernandes

If you see something, it's better to say something.
Observe to prevent a massacre from occurring.
Unravel the danger as if it's some string.
Protecting hearts like promises behind a wedding ring.
 
Liberty & prosperity. That's New Jersey's motto.
Split the two in half like cutting an avocado.
Plan yourself for felicity just in case you win the lotto.
Obey your heart because that's the best thing to follow.
 
New Jersey has the highest-density population of any state.
Reproducing like hamsters without taking a break.
There are roughly 100,000 people born every year, even if most are a mistake.
Growing up to possibly cure cancer but regardless we have to wait.
 
Anything can happen within 21 counties.
Tons of wonderful people and gigantic families.
Put your dreams on display like an art gallery.
Aquire your wants or whatever you fancy. 
 
Cheerleading was started in Princeton University when a football game was in shambles.
It started with a man actually by the name of Johnny Campbell.
Females took over the sport due to World War ll when priorities were gambled.
Men were drafted and forced to leave college because that's how the situation was handled.
 
Driving is such a hazard, usually because of a simple distraction.
It gets me so pissed that it turns me into Samuel Jackson.
It's a shame that someone's misjudgment can erase an existence faster than anyone can imagine.
I love driving, but these fatalities are delaying the satisfaction.
 
Commuting to work and observing the nature surrounding the turnpike.
It's remarkable but not quite visible at night.
Garden State Parkway is my go-to route due to the toll price.
There isn't any if you take exit 130 and keep right.
Watch out because people will cut you off and anger will ignite.
Sometimes my patience is lost when I'm trying to be polite.
People are always cutting cornders, thinking breaking the law is alright.
I guess it takes a citation in order for them to think twice.
I can drive through Pulaski Skyway on my way to Nuyo with a poem to recite.
Hypnotized by the view and amazed by the lights.
 
Pulaski Skyway is a landmark for Soprano fans.
The Skyway is 91 years old and it still stands.
General Casimir was a hero and many don't understand.
He saved George Washington's life. What a courageous man.
 
Any threat to bring in the police is a hollow one.
They might not even show up dispite them having a gun.
When their shift is over valor is practically done.
They just want to go home and rest for once.
 
Violet is our state's flower and the honeybee is our state's bug.
We are always moving back and forth like those commercial trucks.
Try to stay warm at work but sadly it's never enough.
Temperature is always changing and when it rains there's flood.
 
Thomas Edison had his lab in Menlo Park.
His first major invention was a phonograph which was a work of art.
"Mary Had A Little Lamb" was the first recording before the public took part.
He later was considered the wizard of Menlo Park.
Thomas went on to other inventions including the light bulb to illuminate the dark.
Edison changed the world as we know it and yet there's much more that is set to embark.
 
We all hustle for a paycheck to avoid agony.
Living in a congested state while sharing Earth's gravity.
You stay in your lane and appritiate the hospitality.
If there isn't any you move on casually.
 
New Jersey is home to more diners than any other state.
With 530 diners there is always a way to fill up your plate.
Get lost in the moment and praise the taste.
Becareful with the amount because you don't wanna be overweight.
 
The first successful submarine ride took place in the Passaic River.
John Philip Holland had a plan and a motive to deliver.
His underwater vessel was accepted by the US Navy and his inventions were considered.
The father of the modern submarine although the rest that came after were bigger. 
 
Atlantic City has the world's longest boardwalk in the world.
If you've played Monopoly the real street names are learned.
If you don't believe me the internet will confirm.
It is the first boardwalk built in the US many who visited returned.
 
New Jersey is the only state that doesn’t have an official song.
I guess I have to make one so that millions can sing along.
I will keep it PG to make sure everyone feels like they belong.
Make it catchy because that's what the people would want.
 
Anything can happen in New Jersey it's somewhat like a twisted simulation.
I've once saw someone drive a car that was on fire straight into a gas station.
Sometimes, people don't think in serious situations.
I can write for seven days, but I would run through so much information.
Make a 10-minute poem beyond your imagination.
Throw some facts because most appritiate education.
I'd love to keep going and pen my observations.
Come to New Jersey even if it's a short vacation.
Not everyone is kind so analyze before you force a conversation.
This is my home and this poem is my demonstration.


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