My favorite love poem - following the herd.

Feb 05, 2009 10:57

It is sappy, yes. I like it anyway.

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There are Delicacies.
by Earle Birney

there are delicacies in you
like the hearts of watches
there are wheels that turn
on the tips of rubies
& tiny intricate locks

i need your help
to contrive keys
there is so little time
even for the finest
of watches

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(oh, pregnancy hormones! choking up at work!)
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