This poem was written for the Art of Seduction Radio Show entitled Pieces of You. Enjoy!
Candlelight is cure.
Curtains drawn, wick firm,
scratch of match, sulfurous burn
to diffuse our disagreement.
Dark anger softened by
a halo glow,
a forever single flame.
A bellydancer
whose unpredictable sways
spark warmth,
bifurcates our fused pain,
and when the wax softens,
a smoky slouch,
you ask from the couch,
“Shall I?”
I move closer and reply,
“You must.”
And with one breath,
one exhaled thrust,
all that is combustible,
snuffed.
The frail flame forks
two smoky silhouettes,
eyes closed in confidence.
Ailments alleviated,
we return home
to each other’s lips.
Pulse restored by trust.
The remedy was the torch
and the torch was lust.
© 2022 | K.Hartless
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Magnificently sensual, K. There are wonderfully fun language choices here, and the reminder that in love, all is possible. 💜
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Thank you kindly, Jeff. I love how the blown out candle can mean all sorts of wishes come true. Have a wonderful weekend. 💜
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You’re most welcome, K. Always. Ah, that’s so true. Thank you, and a wonderful weekend to you too. 💜
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😁
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Love those vivid sensual imprints you sprinkle throughout – paints a beautiful scene! 🙂
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Thank you, Tom. I love candlelight, and I think crafting this reminded me just how magical it can be. 😄 Have a wonderful weekend.
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You as well! Lovely reading new verses from you ❤
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Beautifully written and great descriptive phrases for the heat. The ending lovely. 🦋❤️🦋
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Many thanks, Joni. I think we forget it’s the little things like quality time together and low lighting that can do wonders for our relationships, or at least they have for mine. Here’s to a weekend to unwind. 🦋💜
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Wonderful, sensual. 🔥
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Thank you, John. I do so love a burning wick. 😊
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I haven’t been there in too long, you are welcome! 🔥
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That was sensually scintillating and exhilarating (so much so that I’m out of normal words to say)
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