23rd May 2012

Dear Open Fire,

Thank you for your slap-crack-roar
and your imaginary figures ablaze;
sorcerers, phoenix wings, little things,
whirling in your flames

Charmed by your swaying hips
your smoky warm embrace
Up close, cheeks flushed, unravelled
Beside the fireplace

x


jojobee  

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