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nor are we endless

by S. Chen

the
shell of a shoulder
blade broken beneath
hasty hands,
each fingertip
a wish.

*

these old prayers
are broken:

mend your teeth
and wait

for the call.


(days lack meaning if
these are the letters you do not write
and the numbers you do not dial.)

10/19/2006

Posted on 10/20/2007
Copyright © 2025 S. Chen

Member Comments on this Poem
Posted by Anne Engelen on 10/20/07 at 09:58 AM

I'm not quite sure how this piece makes me feel, but I like it. It sets my mind in motion, not sure where it's leading to. great read!!

Posted by Mo Couts on 12/20/11 at 01:33 AM

Your last stanza in parentheses is absolutely divine. Thank you for this.

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