Whispers

Wishful thinking on his part
His sweet nothings in her ear
Instead of a plethora of urgings
Spoken softly to his latest…dear
Perhaps he would have succeeded
Entertaining his carnal imaginations
Relying on his physical attributes 
Saved his whispered incantations

written July 13, 2021
for "Whispers" Poetry Contest
sponsored by John Lawless
Copyright © | Year Posted 2021

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Won Avatar
July 13, 2021 at 6:53 AM
Love this one, best of luck :)
Hankins Avatar
July 13, 2021 at 8:37 AM
Thanks so much, Avery. I appreciate your well wishes!
Poet Avatar
July 13, 2021 at 5:10 AM
Incredible acrostic, insightful and profound, I wish you good luck with the contest
Hankins Avatar
July 13, 2021 at 8:37 AM
Your kind comment is so appreciated, Lasaad.
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