Absorbent Poem by Joyelle Osburn

Absorbent

Rating: 4.4


There is something unexhausted of you
in this aging washed-out coat
and I lift it to my nose
to taste the smell that desires
to be invited-
ignited in the closing of your breath,
untarnished and thirsty.
Like rage it licks,
streams,
and enters my dreams
glossy as brilliance-
you-
rush in my mentation
with warmth that comforts
my skin.
I breathe you in unfathomable...
not wanting to exhale.

COMMENTS OF THE POEM
Brett Ackerman 05 August 2006

The poem is very striking, resonating with some emotions I've dealt with throughout nearly 3 years. I appreciate very much that you've shared it and please extend a warm compliment to Joyelle from me- she rocks! Please keep on writing! Stay cool. Summer will soon be gone! -Debby Steinberg

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Brett Ackerman 29 July 2006

I really enjoyed this one on several different levels. I'm intrigued by your depth of bodily senses. Well done Joy!

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Debi Cimo 06 June 2005

This is germinal-the kind of poetry you can soak into. Thanks again for another phenomenal piece! Debi

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