Dear Capricorn

Neville

Dear Capricorn

The remnants of a childhood

Defile and decorate

The lonely space between

Her ribs and shoulder blade

Like old reptile skins or silk brocade

 

The much abused and perfect wound

Cries out for solitude

Dear Capricorn

I only want to rest my head upon

Your silver anklet chain again

 

  • Author: Neville (Offline Offline)
  • Published: May 6th, 2019 04:12
  • Category: Unclassified
  • Views: 51
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Comments8

  • Fay Slimm.

    A tender and understanding verse on the effect an abused childhood leaves behind - -- - though a loving finalé to end this poignant reminder . Thank you for sharing it Nev.

    • Neville

      thank you Fay... much appreciated... Neville

    • Michael Edwards

      I interpreted this in the same way as Fay before I read her comment - a poignant write - cheers Neville.

      • Neville

        Many thanks indeed Michael..... Neville

      • orchidee

        Good write N.

        • Neville

          Thank you O.... N

        • Suresh

          A snippet of mine, best describes my feeling on your well composed words here

          Those physical scars, for world to see,
          Those etched in mind, are only for me

          • Neville

            how very kind.. how very cool.. thank you Suresh.... Neville

            • Suresh

              If you don't mind,Bill share the snippet today

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            • Goldfinch60

              Very emotive write Neville.

              • Neville

                Bless you my fine feathered friend........ Neville

              • moordykspot2

                Heartfelt It strikes at emotive feeling my friend Another string to your talented bow. Thankyou

                • Neville

                  thank you my friend.... Neville

                • SerenWise

                  Beautifully written, I particularly love the first verse and the metaphor used there.

                  • Neville

                    How very kind of you... thanks, Neville

                  • Poetic Dan

                    Had to take a deep breath after this....
                    Thank you

                    • Neville

                      Thank you my friend



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