A Song

there is a poem
written in your flesh
that commands me
to read it loudly

my lips 
are trembling

the words 
are burning 
my tongue

your breath 
in my ear
such a… 
beautiful song

i listen 
your body 
singing alone

what a wonderful 
music you are
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