The Unexpected
Everyday
you see the trains
as loud rumbles
shake the earth
and screaming breaks
scratch at the brain.
And yet do you ever
really look?
Open your eyes
and see
unexpected artistry
and humor
that waits for thee.
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Gideon’s Challenge
Confession
I miss it
the sweet and fuzzy
smiley warmth
the tingle of lips
and purring voice
I miss the lazy
languid buzz
Capt’n Crunch munchies
and a relaxing
little doze.
Once upon a time, I loved the green. The thing is, though? It’s not good for me. It counter acts my anti-depressants, creating a dangerous situation as it’s my anti-depressants that keep the suicidal urges at bay. The hangover… the aftermath effects… it’s not worth it. But, I still miss it. Just sayin’.
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Gideon’s Challenge
The Nuzzle
Just one breath
an inhale made
and suddenly
you
are within me
your scent
your strength
your touch
drawn in deep
a calming balm
on the soul.
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Gideon’s Challenge
Heliotropism
I turn to you
like a flower
to the sun
stretching into
your nurturing
and strength
as you help me
to grow
into a better man.
Thank you for last night, my love. I really needed your help to see things differently. I might still be struggling to fully grasp everything we talked about, but the new perspective has found rich soil in which to grow, I think it just needs some more encouragement in order to flourish.
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Gideon’s Challenge
Four Years Ago
A pretty girl
with speckled fur
and amber eyes
a bright orange butt
and
permabooger nose
stole my heart
and took over
my life.
How did that happen?
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Gideon’s Challenge
Mine
Hot skin
Slow beat
Every breath
a hitch
such heat
make it hurt
make it sting
make it hot
make you scream
I want to make you
soar
Twisting the Leaf 