A Deathly Kiss Poem by Richie Duprey

You're a pitchfork in the ribs of happiness,
An hourglass without the concept of time.
I wait and wait for your deathly kiss,
I know you'll cut me down in my prime.


As I put down the bottle, I can see you're standing there,
An apparition with an eerie smile.
Cold to the touch, I stop and stare,
Please sit down, stay a while.

We've met before, I believe?
You've got a face that I couldn't forget.
Are you here to collect souls or simply to retrieve
All the debts owed from false bets?

I know I shouldn't have danced with death,
I have brought this upon my own head.
I've seen your shadow for a while now
And heard whispers before I fled.

You've caught up with me now,
My fate is in your hands.
Oh foul mistress of death, you putrid sow,
Your wish is my command.