Monday, November 21, 2016

Facing Up

My neck is a bumpy field of stubble
beneath a host of acne scars
I cannot conceal
so I’ll accept that you can see me
and seek to reciprocate
if you agree.

I will not compress my space
or fill it artificially.

I’ll dare to unbutton
keeping a gauge on my intention
and will accept the wounds that may come
from exposure.

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