Tightly Held

you have coils like a snake
ready to spring at any threat
yet elegant in your danger

your grip is inescapable
infused with warmth from the
seething volcano
within

soothing,
comforting even

especially when
my legs are wrapped around your body
and your fangs are on my neck
Copyright © | Year Posted 2008

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