Dangerous Dalliance

Nights of passion with no strings attached
 Ignited by booze and a lusty zest,
 Bodies gyrating, so tightly pressed,
 Wanton desire, emotions detached

 Regrets come with hangovers that can't be patched
 The night was a blur, yet he felt stressed,
 Nights of passion with no strings attached
 Ignited by booze and a lusty zest

 A dangerous dalliance with decisions poorly hatched
 But he would party again on his boozy quest
 Addiction beckoned, you know the rest
 On dangerous dalliances he became latched,
 Nights of passion, with no strings attached
Copyright © | Year Posted 2023

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Ibeh Avatar
October 15, 2023 at 10:58 AM
Such a fantastic write, Joe:-) I loved it. Heartiest congratulations on your win in my contest!
Dietrich Avatar
October 2, 2023 at 8:49 AM
Not just the addiction but the fact he could get someone pregnant. A horrible lifestyle described very well.
May Avatar
September 30, 2023 at 11:53 AM
Thank you all for your comments, much appreciated
Y. Avatar
September 30, 2023 at 7:06 AM
WoW! Joseph, You wrote about the lifestyle of an “ alcoholic” very well. Until one gets help they are a “ slave” too boos( or any other addiction). I’m speaking from experience. I wrote out it my poem” A Constant Friend” Excellent job. Have a wonderful weekend-Alexis
May Avatar
September 30, 2023 at 11:57 AM
I guess you could say alcohol addiction brings about other addictions
Sands Avatar
September 30, 2023 at 5:06 AM
This is excellent. You have described the situation well. :)
Nuwas Avatar
September 29, 2023 at 11:52 PM
Lovely poetry
Nicole Avatar
September 29, 2023 at 7:24 PM
Decisions are dangerous, when thinking is blurred. Actions have consequences that sometimes cannot be undone. Such a powerful message within, my dear friend. My best to you. Hugs, Brandy
Pandit Avatar
September 29, 2023 at 6:09 AM
Nights of passion, with no strings attached--your opening and ending lines perfectly illustrates the essence of the theme. Well written to convey the lure of lust.
One Avatar
September 29, 2023 at 2:24 AM
Addiction can make someone act out of character, i know some who use rage when they are drunk but then regret it in the morning or forget they even did anything wrong.. I hope they get the help they need.
Andresen Avatar
September 29, 2023 at 2:08 AM
- Yes, "Addiction " - afterwards..."Regrets come with hangovers that can't be patched"...over and over again - Great written, Joseph - hugs
Buhagiar Avatar
September 29, 2023 at 2:06 AM
Is this a pantoum? A brilliant poem describing the adventures of a drunken man yet done with so dexterity of writing. Well done.
May Avatar
September 30, 2023 at 11:58 AM
Thank you Victor, this is a Rondel
Daniel Avatar
September 29, 2023 at 1:04 AM
Great one, Joseph:) the repeating line adds to the message:)
Situation Avatar
September 28, 2023 at 7:31 PM
I like this approach that must be addressed. The handsome have that advantage but they also have to decieve. Women arn't that dumb.
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