For the Birds
A most veritable villanelle
I won’t be fooled by cunning counterfeit
In a market of lovers selling stock,
If it’s not from you, the birds can have it.
******
Crafted compliments, I don’t want a bit;
Such words are nothing more than idle talk,
I won’t be fooled by cunning counterfeit.
******
Skin meets in simple touch, a perfect fit
As hands embrace and fingers interlock,
If it’s not with you, the birds can have it.
******
Lips pressed together urgent to commit;
A kiss that sprints before it learns to walk,
I won’t be fooled by cunning counterfeit.
******
A precious stone where sunlight glints and flits
On a silver band in a velvet box,
If it’s not from you, the birds can have it.
******
Your affection is all that I’ll permit,
The rest is crumbs I’ll scatter for the flocks.
I won’t be fooled by cunning counterfeit,
If it’s not from you, the birds can have it.
About the Creator
D.K. Shepard
Character Crafter, Witty Banter Enthusiast, World Builder, Unpublished novelist...for now
Fantasy is where I thrive, but I like to experiment with genres for my short stories. Currently employed as a teacher in Louisville.
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