In lieu

by Melissa   Mar 8, 2010


Sometimes I prefer
the shady fissures
of my heart-
rather than the open meadow,
where dandelions sprout sporadically,
like cockamamie ideas
just to adorn me with
pretty notions.

A bit extravagant? Perhaps,
but I'm prone to such bouts-

I've deliberately avoided the sun
for a wink or more,
and not just for her summery vibe of
turquoise skies and pina coladas
that relinquish all my insecurities
into putty,
but she bares this heated glare
that prickles my skin
with an insatiable need to be loved
by anyone.

Upon such tenderness,
I shy away from that big golden balloon
for fear of feeling
too alive or
too alone,
and as usual
she shines
with no concern for my malady

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  • 15 years ago

    by Ixora

    "I've deliberately avoided the sun
    for a wink or more,
    and not just for her summery vibe of
    turquoise skies and pina coladas
    that relinquish all my insecurities
    into putty,
    but she bares this heated glare
    that prickles my skin
    with an insatiable need to be loved
    by anyone."

    I love this part very well written. The poem itself has great structure. The ending word is a little awkward but it still fits. Great job!

  • 15 years ago

    by Cindy

    Awesome piece :)
    Congrats on the win!
    Take care
    Cindy

  • 15 years ago

    by Corinne

    Melissa
    You are one of the most amazing writers on this board - Indeed, that I've read on many a poetry board. You are such a strong, valliant writer. You should have a poem featured every week, as far as I'm concerned

  • 15 years ago

    by Lonely Rider

    //and not just for her summery vibe of
    turquoise skies and pina coladas
    that relinquish all my insecurities
    //
    ^^lovely imagery here...

    I shy away from that big golden balloon
    for fear of feeling
    too alive or
    too alone,
    and as usual
    she shines
    with no concern for my malady

    ^^ these are such beautiful lines... so sad yet so profound and touching... beautifully written... these words speak so much of silence and solitude ... just loved them

    brilliant write...

  • 15 years ago

    by Rachel RTVW

    I liked the word choice and the imagery. Nice job!

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