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Follow my Tik Tok & Patreon

Hey all! Just another quick post to say thanks for all the likes and follows, and a polite reminder for you to join my Patreon. Joining supports my poetry and you will gain access to my blog THE WEEKLY PROTEST, only available on Patreon. And just an fyi, if you want even more free content,Continue reading “Follow my Tik Tok & Patreon”

Posted byJames J JacksonFebruary 2, 2021Posted inPoetryTags:patreon, poems, poetry, poets

As It Is

As It Is https://jamesjjackson.com/2020/10/12/as-it-is/ — Read on jamesjjackson.com/2020/10/12/as-it-is/ Reblog of a poem I write in college.

Posted byJames J JacksonFebruary 2, 2021Posted inPoetryTags:poems, poetry

Your Likes are My Crystal Meth

No ideas. Writers block. Fuck it, just put something on the page, then hit post. But what if it doesn’t make sense? Doesn’t matter, hit post, keep … Your Likes are My Crystal Meth

Posted byJames J JacksonJanuary 30, 2021Posted inPoetry

The Weekly Protest | My Father and Charles Bukowski | James J Jackson on Patreon

Join James J Jackson on Patreon to get access to this post and more benefits. — Read on http://www.patreon.com/posts/46364808

Posted byJames J JacksonJanuary 29, 2021Posted inPoetryTags:charles bukowski, fatherhood, poems, poetry

Relapse Dance

A poem about the fun side of addiction.

Posted byJames J JacksonJanuary 28, 2021Posted inalcohol, Poems, Poetry, PoetsTags:addiction, Alcohol, dancing, Jazz, poems, poetry, relapse, skat

The Weekly Protest | Just Because You Said Something | James J Jackson on Patreon

I can post whatever I want. So, let me put what has been on my mind out into the ether, so I can get back to my Lebowski state of mind. — Read on http://www.patreon.com/posts/46086274

Posted byJames J JacksonJanuary 23, 2021Posted inActivism, PoetryTags:Activism, grievances, poems, poets

No Clear Way to Describe It

A poem from my wayward youth, when I used to ponder my existence.

Posted byJames J JacksonJanuary 18, 2021Posted inmystery, Poems, Poetry, Poetry Blogs, PoetsTags:life, poems, poems about life, poems about mystery, poetry, poets

The Weekly Protest | Cold Turkey – Twitter Versus Cigarettes | James J Jackson on Patreon

In my not-so-humble opinion, it is easier to quit smoking cigarettes than it is to quit Twitter. — Read on http://www.patreon.com/posts/46128039

Posted byJames J JacksonJanuary 15, 2021Posted incommentary, Poetry, Poetry Blogs, Poets, PoliticsTags:cigarettes, quitting, smoking, social media, twitter, withdrawal

Reminder: You should give me your money

Once again, your favorite poet is begging for money.

Posted byJames J JacksonJanuary 14, 2021Posted inPoetry, Poetry Blogs, PoetsTags:patreon, patronage, patrons, poetry, support artists

Just A Joke

A poem for to the lonely loser, who thinks it’s everyone else’s fault they’re not funny.

Posted byJames J JacksonJanuary 12, 2021Posted inPoetry, Politics, Racism, SocietyTags:bigotry, comedy, jokes, PC, PC culture, Racism, sexism, white boy bullshit2 Comments on Just A Joke

An honest question

Where is the methadone clinic for the people who take drugs with their eyes and thumbs? Why does asking for the wifi password feel like finding a vein?

Posted byJames J JacksonJanuary 10, 2021Posted indrugs, Poems, Poetry, PoetsTags:addiction, screentime, vice1 Comment on An honest question

The Weekly Protest | How to Heal For Real | James J Jackson on Patreon

My new weekly blog has officially launched and the first two posts are up for free! Check out what you’ll be missing if you don’t sign up. Join for $1.00 to help support my poetry and gain access to all my future exclusive weekly posts. — Read on http://www.patreon.com/posts/45966668

Posted byJames J JacksonJanuary 8, 2021Posted inActivism, Poetry, Prose, WritingTags:#selfcare, healing, joe biden, soul of the nation

Saxophone Ringing In My Ear

A poem, but not about tinnitus.

Posted byJames J JacksonJanuary 7, 2021Posted inPoems, Poetry, PoetsTags:Jazz, lonely city night, poems, poetry, poets

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