Soft, the petals lay
upon your ivory throat,
tracing their scent
into your sweat.
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Noone will ever give that less than 10, Viola: it is amazing: such power, such economy. The first words: 'Soft, the petals lay upon your ivory throat', are so stunning and lovely, yet there is something lustfully menacing about the fact that it is a throat...... and that thorns follow later. I wish I could write with such impact with so few words. Hope all well with you. Thanks for the genuine thrill of this poem Tony
A lovely poem that gives birth to a multitude of interpretations...i see a love that's conquered and laid to rest at eternity's mercy...10
the oppositions so very intensive and bitter sweet, enchanting lures one on well done 10
I guess my take on this is different from Tai Chi. I found it extremely sensual. You painted an image of complete bliss. I loved it
Viola: Am I right when I get the feeling that this is about a beloved dog? Adeline