Tag: romantic

“Your Favorites” – Day 30 of National Poetry Month

Dryer balls and midnight tea, Organic soaps, our indoor tree, 12 grain and seed bread (sugar free), I never thought this way. Now wind chime shells and flat sole shoes, And plans for Fifth Element tattoos, And where we’ll take that couple’s cruise When nothing’s in our way, Like busy bees who hate to roam, … Continue reading “Your Favorites” – Day 30 of National Poetry Month →

“Long-term Lust” – Day 3 of National Poetry Month

As shallow cuts that kisses draw in unprotected skin Cheeks as soft and vulnerable as fresh baked macaroons dread The affection I cannot resist expressing. Oh what pure and unreal terror of not impressing my flesh to your flesh, My tears to your taste, my embrace to your shivers. I count my days long without … Continue reading “Long-term Lust” – Day 3 of National Poetry Month →

“Shannon” – Day 2 of National Poetry Month

Shannon folds the laundry And dusts her make-up drawers. The floor in the kitchen bends beneath her sponge. Proud Shannon, glowing after midnight. Her pajamas and favorite sweaters Meet the same flannel standard. Shannon tries a coffee from another country. Her phone charges no faster when she checks it. Shannon plays the albums that impress … Continue reading “Shannon” – Day 2 of National Poetry Month →