in the smoky surroundings i do not seek, nor do i find a parallel path; instead i immerse in the banter and bravado, the coy and cocky of the mating dance 5.26.17 [Image Source]

standing at the shore of my unmet expectations i watch for signs of your fortitude, to swim against the tide surpass your own hesitation, and advance. 5.25.17

show me your tiger teeth sandpaper tongue hungering for more than you deserve. red raw, crimson red… though i may snarl, ready to fight, gaze at me strong, unwavering and i’ll slick down my fur, retract my pearly claws and stretch out beside you 5.24.17 [Image Source]

wrap the stars in my arms so that no one will see their light they are mine, all mine as i dance with them throughout the night 5.23.17

the ground, like a sponge, soaked up the rain emboldening birds looking for worms to leave their tree sanctuaries and descend, red breasts puffed proudly as they hop among the flowers sprung up like colorful trumpets letting the birds play their song of thirst and joy in the morning sun the earth can drink more …