Hyper-Caloric

Though what we know and that which we feel goes into what we write I believe poets are more inclined toward image-periphery the alchemy of lyric-formation what is just around the corner horrifically vague standing on the lip-edge toes dangling over peering bravely into a primal abyss ------------------------------ each new declaration a journey backward, compressing coldly into dank catacombs of past drafting explorers forward, confronting bard echoes the maps of our ancient priests left for the daring the literary awakened new skies revealed sustain alternating and renewed every night a fresh splattering of light every dawn a bounty-warmth of slippery sunny icing such decadence our breakfast lunch and supper no dessert denied the rich slices we pen the hyper-caloric that drives us to the brink daring us to step off both angels and demons awaiting their catches lift must be in our favor -- ------------------------- Let the work begin!