a late call for arms by Samantha Shawmy eyes roll back
like a shark's with each indulgence
fingers in my hair
an escape route for consciousness
silence strokes my mind
feeling the heat
I ignite
fighting the restraints of intoxication
your mouth releases poisonous intent
from your lips to my neck
I blaze
labial residue breaches skin
revealing demise
stale air and smoke settle
as I hold my breath
turning to survey my shadowy remains
solitude taunts
the void revels
02/14/2005 Author's Note: I know most have been here. Though you may be counting your losses, do not forsake wisdom.
Posted on 11/14/2007 Copyright © 2024 Samantha Shaw
Member Comments on this Poem |
Posted by Joe Cramer on 11/19/07 at 10:46 AM Poignant in its succinctness... well done... and welcome to Pathetic! |
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Posted by Philip F De Pinto on 03/03/12 at 04:12 PM there is much beauty in this ode, deep as Lake Titicaca and is stocked with music and movement that appeals to my sense of rhythm. |
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