(2014)
My imitation of the haiku form. Syllables (17): 5-7-5
A spent labor-man stopped me in th… So you’ve already wiped off today’… You’re a soldier, and the war has… You’re a nurse, here in case someo… You’re just taking a break from la…
My hand flows down your soft, ripp… Like a waterfall merging with the… From those savory lips, I beg a t… I have a particular appetite A desire that only you can sate.
I’m rich in knowledge. I have a conscious mind. I’m aware of how my people became Slaves and Christians at the same… Going from kings and queens
Life 'kills’' me Yet, I’m 'dieing' to live q|This is my 'death’' wish q|I write of 'death’’ Is this not 'murder'’
If it’s not a circle, then it won’… I’m sorry, if it hurts you and bri… I would if I could, but there’s n… I can’t stop you in what you choos… But the truth hurts, like a wrist…
center I’ve given 1,000 speeches Yet, in your presence I’m speechl… Being face-to-face with the epitom… Is truly thought numbing–
Women.. Such a fine speciment; So wise and divine. Oh, and you can’t forget about the… Making the sun go throw his shades…
I realize I’m the last person You wanna hear from right now; After all, I’ve brought nothing To your world, but rain– Knowing the ink on the page
I come to you today Offering to be your knight; Your guardian, The protector of your love... So concrete is my affection:
center Our love has turned blue. When I touch you I can feel your skin crawl As you jump away.
Having thoughts of you again– Of us— Me doing whatever may have you, As long as I have you Because you got me.
There’s something different about… Sometimes I step back like: “Damn… I look at you and see the moon On the nights where it steals my s… Mesmerizing me with an alluring li…
You are the captain.. You may accept excuses, But you are to give no excuses– There are no excuses for you. You are to be there
Hands trembling vigorously as I w… I’m probably going to die tonight. My glasses are beginning to fog up… Rubbing them isn’t helping. And I… Trying to stand up, but having no…
center I just want to hold you– ...the whole you... If you ever need someone to console you or to control you,
