i sinned today.
opened my lips
rolled my tongue
on blue sugar crystals
that were sweet
only until i swallowed.
i cannot forget
because now my
teeth are stained
with a mark of Cain
and i think everyone
around me is staring
because now they know.
i will forgive myself
in the form of
solemn promises
looking in the mirror
and beads of sweat.
but i beg you
please do not
come for me.
About the Creator
Sara
Donβt look for love.
Be love.
The Ritual of Winter Challenge Winners
Welcome to the Winners Announcement for The Ritual of Winter challenge. This prompt focused on winter rituals and the meaning that settles into them over time. The top pieces stay grounded in ordinary acts and repeated routines, letting winter shape the work through pace, attention, and restraint.
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Comments (3)
Oooo, I'm so guilty of this! Loved your poem!
This reminds me of my Mormon friend that liked coming to my house when we lived in SLC because we had soda. I now that's probably not what you were going for. But it just reminded me of his poor little soul being so excited to sneak treats at our house
This was sultry AF