Why did you give up on us? Why did you make a point of pointing out others who had? On you, or in general? In good times or bad. Why do lovers say stupid shit they don't mean? I fell for your philosophical line. I'd rather you had stated your truth, "I'm only in this … Continue reading Halloween is Spooky
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Mai Tais and Yours
An unplanned adventure Throwing caution to the wind If only to hold her Plane ticket to Honolulu On a moment's notice He has some powerful juju Mai Tais on the beach Cool R&B and warm breezes Nothing's out of reach ~ Just L (October 18, 2019)
A Love Letter For One Battling Cancer
I can shout at your T Cells like we're cheering on the Ducks I'll let you choose your ideal setting on the thermostat Ride or die, I get down like that. I can sit quietly with you Or read graphic novels to pass the time Make finger puppets on the ceiling or pantomime. You'll be … Continue reading A Love Letter For One Battling Cancer
Could Have Been A Legend
What if we were meant to be forever after In spite of the story to date In separate bedrooms, down the street filled with laughter Perhaps our match Doula knew us deeper Watched you for a full year before our introduction Knowing full well you were a keeper What if we split too soon due … Continue reading Could Have Been A Legend
Exception Proves The Rule
What if I were to sit next to you Would you want to kiss me? Let it be easy Instead of playing cool -- What if our togetherness was fated From the beginning? We didn’t fear leaning in Finding our differences miniscule –- What if everything since Was a holding place? To make us better … Continue reading Exception Proves The Rule
Love Signs
You are cool as a cucumber Until Aries enters the house Warming your starchy skin in a pair of worn Levi Strauss I love freedom and risk You landlocked by protocol Exhilarating, tender, a contradictory coupling, we helplessly fall First child’s flame singes virgin wings Ever challenging your M.O. Too easy when your taste for … Continue reading Love Signs
We Made A Match
We made a match Had a short chat He’s smart, stylish And has a cat. Cool and confident Know I’m a catch I put myself online Set to be attached. “Meet up tonight?” Finding myself in his hood Shared backstories and kisses This is too good. My heart receptive Spirit strong and light Breathing in … Continue reading We Made A Match
NaPoWriMo Day 4: Chanel Boots
Leather Chanel boots made in Italy They are my most beloved pair ever All black quilted lambskin up to my knees Classic with all the signature details The small silver bead circles at the heel Cap toe with large Chanel logo stitching I wear these boots September through April Perfect with jeans, dresses, always sexy … Continue reading NaPoWriMo Day 4: Chanel Boots
NaPoWriMo Day 2: Truth or Fiction?
Maneuvering Vallarta’s sidewalks without a care in the world, My bar owner friend beckons, “Come over here girl!” “Lori this is Mark, Mark this is Lori” Certain she had launched a great love story. I’m a sucker for all seven types of artists; With destiny did I make a tryst? Perched on the barstool breeze … Continue reading NaPoWriMo Day 2: Truth or Fiction?
NaPoWriMo Day 1: How to Honor the Visible and the Invisible
You may know her by her dazzling, infectious smile Or breasts to die for, “the best money can buy” (she’d quip) In reality, this is only how you might recognize her Her carefree brazenness masked depression inside. Her kind, compassionate words; heartfelt, honest talks A lifetime of experiences that made her hard, yet soft Her … Continue reading NaPoWriMo Day 1: How to Honor the Visible and the Invisible
Just L Poetry 