Sappho's Falling Stars Part 1

SAPPHO’S FALLING STARS (Part one) I am descendent of Odysseus Hero of the past Have I kin—I know not—I may be the last-- The Trojan War and Helen made my family's blazing fame Thus magnified by Homer was made our honor and ancestral name I stand this day the General of the fallen men that the Fates have tossed across the Siren Sappho's way— now foolishly slain-- my Fallen Stars such a ragged few in this paltry breath of a moment of mere delay-- Inconsequential time in history forever lost— at their honor’s cost for Mine, a Mighty Name excuses easily such inconsequential blame I cannot weep—I cannot pray Such sacrifice of brave men Lifeless , While I stand whole Due to my folly Sucks the breath stark from my soul Yarns and lore of Heroes—I know Babe……. to youth……… in manhood…….. Each far-flung hour, day upon dew-kissed day Nurtured ever cherished in the sweet talk of the female-breast-kissed way Absorbed sensuous tactics laced with salty woman taste--so learned Intimately known as my manhood blossomed Intimate Initiate—once You, Sappho, sought my need –- Intimate follower once— I ate your passion delicious sauced with greed (part two posted)............................................ Victoria Anderson-Throop 12/18/12 ©