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At Christmas, You Tell The Truth
Alone at my desk, with an empty frame, that feels destined to be dressed in a picture of a perfect day. I write you a letter, letting out just enough, so that you’ll know that I care, but holding back enough, that you’ll never know how much. To me, you are perfect, and my wasted…
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Frozen
Down by the lake, I watched the sun rise, my eyes meeting morning, as birds break the silence. You are deep in the water, reflected back at me, your soft smile echoes in my eyeline, my lips ache from longing. My shoulders are covered, but they shiver, for you are the warmth in my heart,…
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You Burn So Brightly
You burn so brightly, that my eyes have forgotten the face of darkness, and I am living in light. My eyes appreciate you.
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Things I Want
Don’t ask me complicated questions, when the sun has gone to sleep, just wrap me up, like a gift with a bow, surrender me to the sin of your sheets. Tell me I’m your princess, prey upon my body, like I’m a forsaken goddess, don’t ask me stupid questions, and don’t ask for my permission.…
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What I Will Tell My Son About COVID-19
My eyes are staring back at me, inquisitive and destined for exploration. They want an explanation, help with homework, because a hellish phase of my life has now become history, and I am a book, as well as a chef, so as I make dinner, I don’t deny my curious companion the answers. “Madre…” The…