Between Shells

up the hill
so I can see you
tootle-ha
and wielding
your smile from dawn to twilight
waving tootle-loo

in valley
I can touch your flesh
eat you up
with you sup
my buttercup of moonshine
no need to move lips

in your arms
can hear chest beating
and the roar
of the sea
as your lips slip between shells
and the sun melts me

up on top
you look down at me
I’m the town
we’re grounded
you are the undying wind
of love’s moan and sigh
Copyright © | Year Posted 2025

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Velasco Avatar
August 4, 2025 at 7:18 AM
Wow, this is so tender and atmospheric. I love how it moves between playful and passionate — especially that last stanza, it gave me chills. Gorgeous writing, Kim!
Rodrigues Avatar
August 4, 2025 at 1:42 PM
Thank you kindly!
Kendrick Avatar
July 24, 2025 at 3:52 AM
I haven't seen Shadorma form on in a while. Someone must be having a contest using the form. Thanks for sharing these with us. Sara K
Rodrigues Avatar
July 24, 2025 at 5:28 AM
Just having fun with it :) Thank you, Sara!
Hind Avatar
July 23, 2025 at 7:45 PM
This is breathtaking, Kim! It's such a gift to read such poetry - I can count on every poem being so emotive and with loveliness, depth. Hugs <3
Rodrigues Avatar
July 24, 2025 at 5:27 AM
Thank you, Paige! I so love writing! Write away, dear poet!
Baker Avatar
July 23, 2025 at 6:16 PM
First poem I've read in this form, Kim. I liked it! Bill
Rodrigues Avatar
July 23, 2025 at 7:35 PM
Thank you, Bill!
Etgen-Baker Avatar
July 23, 2025 at 3:50 PM
beautifully crafted with a hint of romanticism. Loved it and this form. Enjoy your evening, Sara
Rodrigues Avatar
July 23, 2025 at 4:22 PM
Thank you, Sara! Good to try something different :)
Poet Avatar
July 23, 2025 at 2:47 PM
Wonderfully crafted Kim. Enjoyed reading
Rodrigues Avatar
July 23, 2025 at 4:21 PM
Thank you, dear friend!
Alhemaidy Avatar
July 23, 2025 at 12:12 PM
Lovely!
Rodrigues Avatar
July 23, 2025 at 2:41 PM
Thank you, sweet friend!
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