I am curled,
breech amulet
that dispells faith,
derelict branch
left dormant amid
mollusk-laid sand;
a scab
blistered by
the host of
day-whimper.
Yet night blues
cool
residual reds,
burn stiff flesh
into dreams that
scatter upon
smooth silk
linen.
How gently I dip
beyond surrender
willing to rise
again when
called.
Pamela A. Lamppa
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