I peel the flayed skin layer by layer, revealing a smooth, new canvas of fresh flesh
Like a reptilian of warm blood I swallow what was once a part of me as I become anew
Caress my scars and mend my broken bones, heal the ugly and the hurt
Turn my ashes into wings and fly above the horizon, across the oceans, into the ozone
Dive beneath the currents and pluck my hopes and dreams from the maw of the deep valley beast
Greet the sun with new teeth that sink into muscle and sinew guiding the beat of my heart to a slow rhythm
Turn your gaze to the night sky and behold the stars with eyes that could not see
I will breathe everlasting life into you
About the Creator
Jupiter
Born and raised in Detroit with a passion for writing and exploring the world of literature. I hope to one day write for an award winning television series and becoming a well-known screenwriter. I hope you enjoy my work!
Mama’s Boy
I’ve been a fiancé for four years and three months. We’ve been together for six and a half years total, and we have a two-month-old son together. I can’t help but think that we’ll never get married. We haven’t even decided on a wedding date. When I bring it up, he tries to escape the room as if he’s late for something more important.
By Real Poetic4 days ago in Chapters
Comments (2)
Absolutely amazing. I read it 8 times so I could focus & enjoy a different section each time. So detailed, strong, very inspirational and your words are well placed. I can’t wait to see what you write going forward!
Oh wow, this was extremely powerful! Loved your poem so much!