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peto

Like a toothache on roids 

Trying hard to fill voids 

Of a life falling short of the hype 

Turns her back on her peers 

Who have warpaint and spears 

At the heart of this vulnerable type 

When her pandora's box

Breaks like water on rocks 

Splinters puncture her porcelain skin 

Empty eyes try so hard 

As she lowers her guard 

To keep up with a head in full spin

He'd been biding his time 

As she marched past her prime 

Wearing armour as sharp as her blade 

Her surrender was swift 

When accepting his gift

Of a day in the sun free of shade 

As she let herself go

Juices tingle and flow 

Through a body so tense it could snap 

Her exhausted frame sinks 

As he eagerly drinks 

From the cup that she keeps by her lap

 

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  • Teddy.15

    Nothing but perfection from you as always Peto, your poetic heart is right up there with some of the greats.

    Splinters puncture her porcelain skin

    Empty eyes try so hard

    As she lowers her guard

    To keep up with a head in full spin

    You may not be surprised that I have chosen these lines they are truly exquisite 💖

    • peto

      I am surprised that anyone could think that of my scribbling
      Also very grateful
      Great to see you Teddy
      Rather humbled by your kindness
      Many thanks

    • LIZ

      Mmmmm incredible! Really enjoyed this one! The first word that comes to me is "trust". Isn't this what happens when a person is guarded, decides to take a risk, and trusts again? Or is it just my personal perception?

      • peto

        I'll trust your judgement on that LIZ
        Have to agree
        To let herself go completely must have trust involved
        Think his patience may have played a part
        Thank you very much for such interest

      • Introverted Sage

        Great rhyme and flow as usual!
        Love it!
        Thanks for sharing

        • peto

          Thanks for reading and such a kind response
          Truly appreciate your time and input
          Much obliged

        • Bella Shepard

          I read several times, and each time I discovered more. The first 6 lines, I think, set the stage for a woman disillusioned with life. I found this very powerful. Her journey from life among the herd to a singular existence in the freedom of being is exceptional. Maybe I got it wrong, but I so enjoyed the process. Incredible write my friend.

          • peto

            Bella
            This comment sums up the situation as much as the write does
            Very grateful for such an in depth look and response
            Many thanks

          • Christina8

            Your rhymes are as sharp as ever but your meaning is mindblowing! I'll not tire of telling you how awesome your poems are!

          • Bobby O

            From the cup that she keeps by her lap …
            How perfect is that ? Defines all intent he hoped, she lured.

            • peto

              Thanks Bobby
              Truly appreciate you looking in



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