I give you permission To kiss the scars Scattered over my body Like stars in a constellation My heart is the reflection Of the moon over the pool That you will swim through Once you're given consent I am allowed to Feel vulnerable Even until The breaking of vows I extend an invitation For you to lounge on my stomach A desert of demons Your new religion relies on my penetration When you find i'm inside Your faith in me Will be renewed Call off the search for something I don’t hide I am allowed to Feel vulnerable Even until The breaking of vows I give you permission To leave one more scar Across my chest above my heart It will be my permanent reminder of the decision To love again - DB Feb 2005
Fantastic poem, peregrine! I really like the tone you present here… it feels very real to me, passionate and vulnerable. Great imagery as well… enjoyed this one mucho
...and that coming from one who makes the senses and very constellations spin with his own words... thank you.
