aka, The Abject Muse

Delicious Burn

A sudden captivation:

eyes locking over
dirty martinis.

Two reckless hearts
in a sublime tango —
like moths to a flame.

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9 responses to “Delicious Burn”

  1. thotpurge Avatar
    thotpurge

    Like that strikethrough.. very effective!! Thanks for sharing with Micropoetry Month!

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    1. The Abject Muse Avatar
      The Abject Muse

      Thanks so much, ThotPurge!

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  2. readinpleasure Avatar
    readinpleasure

    Beautifully dangerous. :-)

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    1. The Abject Muse Avatar
      The Abject Muse

      Many thanks, readinpleasure. That’s what I was aiming for! :-)

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  3. Sumana Roy Avatar
    Sumana Roy

    Fatal, no doubt. And so beautifully put.

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    1. The Abject Muse Avatar
      The Abject Muse

      Thanks so much, Sumana. Much appreciated!

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  4. awisewomansjourney Avatar
    awisewomansjourney

    Well put!

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    1. The Abject Muse Avatar
      The Abject Muse

      Thanks, wise woman!

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  5. Ron. Avatar
    Ron.

    Eyes wide open, blinded, flying into flame nonetheless.
    Perfectly and succinctly told.

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