I'd hate
to escape this deserted island,
Because I dread to see
how the world has changed in my absence.
At least when I'm here,
I can imagine sharing a coconut with you,
And draw plans on the sand
to decorate a treehouse with pretty sea glass.If I go back home,
I'm afraid you'd invite me to your wedding,
And I'd come
wearing my newest corset.
Then I'd dance
to the tedious tunes of our swan's song .
I'd be there
braving the storms of espresso shots,
and you'd drift away
following the trails of her vein-mapped wrist.Once I'm back,
They'd ask me to narrate
My island tale in garden tea parties,
But then I'd spy
From my little eye
flickers of contempt
Which, I'm sure, were not caused by sour milk.
Then they'd hide
Behind spoonfuls of fine white sugar
And softly pat
Their pity into my agitated cheek
And whisper
"It's all in your head."So, I'd better stay
here, on this deserted island,
where you're still mine,
and munching on Lotus petals for supper.
So, let me remember
that you were my island,
and I was the only one
who called you my Home.- Amanda Lopez 🥀-
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ALL THOSE I FELT & TOUCHED ; An Anthology
PoetryThis poetry collection explores the theme of "Living & Non Living" and delves into the relationship among humans, objects and the forces of nature. 🙍♀️ 📝🌱