Solitary

he swings above the swimming 
hole and from his flesh spills glee

light distorts his shinny 
legs as they dance upon the screen

I spread my gills then race to him
too late he’s spun away 

tears streak my swollen 
eyes as I return to solitary
Copyright © | Year Posted 2014

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Kamoonpuri Avatar
May 12, 2014 at 12:14 AM
Amazing poem on the solitary! Enjoyd the dainty rhyme scheme. Cheers ralph.
Dietrich Avatar
April 9, 2014 at 6:07 PM
I agree with anne lise. A very touching poem!
Andresen Avatar
April 2, 2014 at 3:15 AM
- A touching poem .... but, it's beautifully written Ralph. - I wish you a nice day. - oxox // Anne-Lise :)
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