oil
and it’s lingering effects
like hot oil splashing
from the pan,
I flinch away from your
touch.
Have you ever met
a love that burns?
I know now that my
affection blisters
and what I can’t whisper
I scream instead.
My hands are not sacred,
my hold is not gentle.
I take my fingers
away from yours and
there’s a scar.
The reward is not worth the risk,
so if you see me reach for you,
please turn away.
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Where's the Glory?
In breaking news, rehabilitated Republican Senator Johnnie Johnson (Pronouns: HE, HIM, HIS) called a press conference from the Men’s room of the New Orleans Louis Armstrong International Airport, Concourse B, across from the Ignatius Reilly’s Lucky Dog stand. The Senator had just returned from a sexual reorientation rehabilitation program in Memphis, TN after being publically disgraced at a Buckee’s Truckstop restroom soliciting sex from an undercover cop three months ago. He is a founding member of the Reformed Christians for Christ, a conservative, pro-family and ex-gay advocacy group. In the spirit of being reborn, Senator Johnson invited reporters to marvel at his plans for a major remodeling of airport bathrooms.
By Cathy Schieffelin4 days ago in Humor
Comments (13)
Incredible poem!
The reward is not worth the risk-- So many of us learn this after the scar. Great job
Love this! And yes, I've known a love that burns. Keep up the good work.
Beautifully written. Congrats on TS!
Very powerful. Congrats on the top story!
Oh scary loved one. Run! Congrats on TS!
I can't adequately say how much I adored this. Beautifully written and congrats on the Top Story!
So, so stunningly written and hopelessly sad. Powerful depiction of human trauma and emotion, Trinity!
Goosebumps! This was amazing! I'm experiencing something similar to this right now. Great job!
I like the analogy!
Beautifully sad, congrats on Top Story! :)
What an impactful and emotional story you've woven in your poem. I feel the pain leap off the page, so to speak. Congratulations on the Top Story - it's so well-earned.
Heartfelt and deep