All your pleases
are pretty
and we both know
you have a tendency
to leave lipstick impressions
where it matters
most.
Talk your way
past my Achilles lips
and into my mouth,
with a kiss (you stole)
that leaves me
wordless–
THERMODYNAMICS OF KISSING
I love the symbolism of the Achilles lips! Good job
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Luis, hi. Thanks for stopping by here. Glad to hear that the image spoke to you – I love it when words travel.
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i like so many things in this poem: the shape of it (with “most” in the center), the mythological reference which adds resonance, and how the person who is described changes as the poem goes on, leaving the speaker “wordless.” as usual, i enjoy the careful craftsmanship of your poetry. also, i don’t think i have told you how beautiful i find the design of your blog and the photos you include, it’s a wonderful experience to visit your site.
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I’m so glad to hear you like the site. Thankyou for all your kind words of encouragement. I’m always so deeply honoured that you take time. Photography is somewhat new to me, self portraits moreso, and poetry…the most!
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