His Palm Became My Dictionary

by Melpomene   Oct 2, 2008


His palm became my dictionary
emended by pastel lines
held together by comparison
contrasted by conclusion.

He once asked me to differentiate
love; though chalk petals touched
my tongue. Never considering index
I defined lust.

I spell-checked my words studiously,
curious to why he had turned away.
Only to realize fraud becomes obsession
when you lie yourself to sleep.

I was once asked to define love:
but realized it was too late.

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  • 14 years ago

    by mzlovehate

    My first time reading this tonight and I've read it 3 times in less than 5mins. You have a talent because this is pure magic.

  • 15 years ago

    by Poet on the Piano

    Very orginal piece that blew my mind away. Your word choice was excellent and took me on a journey. A treasure to read upon and certainly worth the win! 5/5 from me, take care and keep writing always and forever..

  • 15 years ago

    by Poet on the Piano

    Very orginal piece that is mind-blowing and definetly deserved to win. Your wording was excellent and took me on a journey. Take care, 5/5 from me, a pleasure to read. Keep writing, always and forever...

  • 15 years ago

    by Rachel RTVW

    Unique style in this piece and definetly a great job on the word play. The flow was good as well as your word choice. It was quite a thought provoking piece. Well worth the read and a well deserved win.

  • 15 years ago

    by Im Me and I Love It

    Ok well no long comment but i just want to day how much i like and i think its AWSOME or AMAZING or AWSMAZING lol well hope to see you win more!!!

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