That Night

Thoughtless

A hush, a gasp, the night took shape-
our fingers learned the maps of skin;
we burned the wax and left the drape,
soft embers keeping what we lit.

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  • Friendship

    Nicely done, your poem revolves around intimacy and connection, exploring the physical and emotional dimensions of a romantic encounter.

  • Abdullah123

    great write

  • sorenbarrett

    Mystically romantic. It burns. Well done

  • Doggerel Dave

    A night to remember easily and simply.
    Beautifully understated.



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