by phillipw | Aug 15, 2024 | LO, LU, RO, Uncategorized
Screwtape Messaging “Never let a fool kiss you and never let a kiss fool you.” The oldest voice, the voice of open thighs, Is part of whispering, shouting. urging need. Ears hear it, almost, it’s so loud. The eyes May Braille it if they want to. Written...
by phillipw | Aug 1, 2024 | LO, RO
The Stunted Loveliness Modern poetry modern verse contemporary poetry contemporary verse modern poem contemporary poem My body was the shallow pot of earth For you to use to make your bonsai in. My soul Was waiting, though. To start this gnarled birth You...
by phillipw | Jul 31, 2024 | LO, MO, PH
Seven Hearts Like Moon Rises Inside Modern poetry modern verse contemporary poetry contemporary verse modern poem contemporary poem A clutch of hearts he held inside his chest Beside the fleshy one. The first in youth Was quite beyond his explanation—best Forget...
by phillipw | Jul 28, 2024 | LO, MA, PE, RO
Modern poetry modern verse contemporary poetry contemporary verse modern poem contemporary poem Most pearls are prized because the luster of Their loveliness lies held in shape of spheres — Though never perfect. Given with a love Strung out on strings of strength to...
by phillipw | Jul 27, 2024 | LO
The Journey Modern poetry modern verse contemporary poetry contemporary verse modern poem contemporary poem I’ve purchased you a ticket. It will take You straight to dreams. The trip is just one way. “Return” is not upon it. There’s no brake, The...
by phillipw | Jul 26, 2024 | LO, RO, SE
Alhambra Paladin Modern poetry modern verse contemporary poetry contemporary verse modern poem contemporary poem Far better than the flashing fountain fire Of love inside a Moorish courtyard, eyes, My eyes are fixed on flesh, your flesh, desire As...
