Icy Embrace

Your strong ebony arms hold my white transient body.
We are lovers now,
coupled in the cold night,
neither as bold without the other.

I will leave you soon,
tears falling.
You will stand stark in winter waiting,
eager for your spring lover.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2024

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April 5, 2024 at 4:31 PM
Thea, I enjoyed your poem, especially the last line, congratulations on your winning placement.
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