Release

Once I bloomed 
when your breath 
skimmed my body 
settled like mist 
on my hot skin

Now I want kisses 
to whisper on my face
land softly on my lips
A passionate frenzy
to ignite in me
at the gentlest of touches

But you lie unmoving
by my side
You don’t reach for me
And I turn away
to find my release 
in dreams

Reality has long since
ceased to arouse me

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