
Full Circle Where do I end and you begin? Certain of nothing but regret Goodbyes sealed behind closed lips
The Swimming Hole Whispering pines spoke sacred vows As you entered into my valley Inevitable, the way water flows Feet entwined, gingerly at first The slow slide the Swift plunge Limbs spread wide Ceaselessly searching the divinity of desire your … Continue reading
Heritage I set the Table Plated with old crusted wounds Salted from my youth Family recipes repeated Dishes scored leaving scars raw *** This began as a Haiku and then grew into a Tanka. My first attempt with the form. As … Continue reading
Consumed slowly Into your melody Meticulous scales delicately tracing Blushing feather light touches Mesmerizing rhythms Notes deep in tone You pierce me Crescendo weaving towards heaven Aria rising Pliable Nibble supple in soft compliance I sing Written for Day 8 of … Continue reading
Written for NaPoWriMo: National Poetry Writing Month
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