Tag Archives: dark

Cannot

Posted on November 1, 2013 by Helen

I cannot stand The aching of unfolding wings Re-structuring my bowing back The heaviness of astral strings I cannot bear The fluttering, heaving, hopeful heart Beseeching for some kindness here That sad bereavement may depart I cannot carry The pain … Continue reading →

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Halloween

Posted on October 31, 2013 by Helen

We stood like sentinels out on the green She said we won’t last beyond Halloween The promises made were broken and yet We shared of such truths we’ll never forget The witching hour will see this arise A perfect possession … Continue reading →

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Texture

Posted on October 29, 2013 by Helen

Calculated gestation Symmetry and symbiosis We must achieve Singular mastery Perfect and precise The absolute measure of success In the smooth, opalescent Texture of their skin Genetic manipulation Prometheus weds Frankenstein And births via cold test tube A germinated new … Continue reading →

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Rich and Dis-Spirited

Posted on October 27, 2013 by Helen

I saw you that Sunday afternoon resplendent in your finery and pacing in the room, the jewels you wore so casually, dripping from ears you turned from me, a pretender in full bloom You leaned against the mantelpiece as though … Continue reading →

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I : for Prompt 27 Curse

Posted on October 27, 2013 by Helen

The I that is I rages against all unity Ferociously independent, unique consciousness may yearn for connectedness but not at the expense of the I Love is still self-referential Carrying the spark, the urge for self-knowledge through the mirror of … Continue reading →

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Incongruent Fur

Posted on October 25, 2013 by Helen

The thing was It was incongruent fur It tipped me off To an otherwise Effortless guise The hair wet and slicked back And so hurriedly dressed But across shivering shoulders This fur jacket was pressed The thing was It was … Continue reading →

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Licence to Thrill

Posted on October 24, 2013 by Helen

He had his own Licence to thrill I stood in awe of His preternatural skill I applauded his efforts A fan here, until This licence for pleasure Just precede the kill He’d been born it seemed With a licence to … Continue reading →

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In With The New

Posted on October 22, 2013 by Helen

I’ve had enough of you In with the new I liked the dark and cold But now it’s stale and old Your cynicism charmed For moments there disarmed But it’s dull to my view I’m calling in the new I want … Continue reading →

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Saint or Sinner

Posted on October 21, 2013 by Helen

Your eyes are crystals Looking to heaven Fallen Catholic boy Your poetry is beauty Structured and even Mother’s pride and joy Your deeds are darkness Poisoned chalice Like a demon seed Through the looking-glass Rather like Alice What do you … Continue reading →

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Venetian Blindness

Posted on October 20, 2013 by Helen

Single eye peaks Between the slats Venetian blindness Distorted imagery Fingers holding plastic Bereft of kindness Secret observation Wearing a mask of lines Watching them undress Solo obsession Brittle and quiet now Venetian blindness © Helen Valentina 2013, All Rights … Continue reading →

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