First Light To Keep

Kurt Philip Behm

The first cut sharp and burning red,

don’t edit away its fire

 

Keep the wound both fresh and raw,

never cauterize your ire

 

The horizon breaks just once each day,

a new dawn—cold hearts aspire

 

Rays burning deep, first light to keep,

—its ashes to inspire

 

(Villanova Pennsylvania: October, 2016)

  • Author: Kurt Philip Behm (Offline Offline)
  • Published: November 5th, 2016 09:31
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  • Christina8

    Captivating rhymes and meter. Love it! Christina

  • Kurt Philip Behm

    Thanks so much!

  • Augustus

    Good advice. Nicely done.



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