Mermaids by Joan Colby

They dreamed of sirens whose haunting arias Could whisk them willingly to oblivion, Shipwrecked with lust. Who would resist the chance, Roped to the mast like Odysseus to risk The heightened edge of consciousness, Not quite blacked out but almost. Any seal or manatee might be a mermaid Willing to trade her tail for love... Continue Reading →

Man by Meysa Addeh

Like the mealworm which squirms wrestles, strenuously against the stubborn beak of the wild bird.   Or the silk dress that hangs lifelessly on my shoulders gauche, draping my curves assembling and accentuating my flaws   I wonder why the love of a man has never befitted me? Why it only suffocates me. Photo by... Continue Reading →

Spare Parts by Aurora Bishop

For sale: One body, barely touched. Does not respond well to sudden movements or grand romantic gestures. All offers will be considered. For sale: One heart, awfully battered. Decorated with deep scars. It once belonged to someone special. Previous owner has upgraded. For sale: One soul, gently used. Comes in shades of grey. Has a... Continue Reading →

Resentment by Yves K. Morrow

I watch him for a long time my soul beating itself to death behind two blue, convex windows. He lies flat, face white as an envelope, eyes motionless and entombed. There is only water between us fathoms of tears curdled and blackened by unresolveable tempests. His kisses are soft and evocative like smoke but he... Continue Reading →

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