Betrayal

You pressed me into euphoria 
so my imprint scarred the sheets; 
and love dew ran a cooling tear 
along the silken thigh. 

Smiles I thought would never wane 
played rapture on my lips; 
and I had faith in love's prevail, 
never once to die. 

You broke the spell with cold deceit, 
smashed the ardent dream; 
and made the future branding irons 
that cauterised my bliss. 

Joy I thought would never end
fell poisoned and destroyed; 
your mouth dispensed betrayal 
with a toxic serpent kiss...
Copyright © | Year Posted 2005

Poem

Post Comments

Poetrysoup is an environment of encouragement and growth so only provide specific positive comments that indicate what you appreciate about the poem. Negative comments will result your account being banned.

Please Login to post a comment

Be the first to comment on this poem. Encourage this poet.

Get a Premium Membership
Turn off ads, get more exposure for your poetry, and get more features with a Premium Membership.
Book: Diverse Voices: The Poetry of Human Rights and the Pursuit of Peace