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Breath of a Memory

What to do when I know I am no poet?
When my protestations are silenced
and my verses sink
beneath the perfume on your pillow

But the reality of your skin
and your hair falling 
across the breath of a memory
is like your fingers brushing against my heart

And then I realize
that I am art without hope
and I know I must stop evoking you
Forever

And only drown
in your presence...

Copyright © | Year Posted 2006




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Date: 10/12/2011 7:55:00 PM
ohhh yes you are a POET!..the breath of memory/ verses sink..beneath the perfume on your pillow..wonderful lines Light & Love
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Date: 10/12/2011 3:04:00 PM
you are indeed a poet, a beautiful write this and i like it. good job
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