(Published May 2021)
She had been tender
Once her skin
Peeled back to reveal
Pink, ripe flesh
So full of life
You want to sink teeth in
Shred her apart
With a half smile
Pull her story in parts
For sweet satisfaction
But, truth can be harsh
And she, very bitter
No matter the amount
Of sugar sweet words
Her tart love stung at my lips
Leaving them swollen
Puckered in regret
Poetic Trials 