the city glitters after dark,
busy busy night-owls
shuffle and scuffle
in their white-glass nests.
and we watch,
tired eyes and heavy bags
on a faraway train
we are sexless soulmates
and brotherly brides,
platonic partners pledged
in the ink of mutual need
and searching hearts
sisters in arms,
rosy-cheeks and high-school charms;
my curly-haired comic
heads full of homework,
a makeshift skyline
of yet-to-be
paints itself across the dark,
as young love
rings it’s soon-forgotten bell
confused youth;
a cloud-grey gosling
peeks its ugly head
through the bulrushes
to see the swans;
we are cast-away boats
in stormy seas,
just looking for a place to land.
[ Lois describes herself as a “confused english student,” though one quickly finds a polished, charming poet in her work. She has an elegant style that compliments her keen insight and whimsical sensibilities. It is a pleasure to present her work, and you can find more of it at Lois E. Linkins.]
I can not get enough of your writing, you have something very special in your words.
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Reblogged this on lois e. linkens and commented:
my latest piece for sudden denouement:
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Lois, you’re writing is sophisticated and touching. Much love to you, doll. ❤
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The Grammar Police are now on their way over to haul me off and lock me up. Can you post bail?
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hahahaha! wouldn’t even have noticed… thank you for a lovely comment!
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You’re welcome, lovely lady! ❤
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Beautifully whimsical
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thanks so much.
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So lovely Lois!
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thank you!
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My pleasure my friend
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Always such a brilliant story.
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thank you Sam!
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Reblogged this on Brave and Reckless and commented:
Poignant loveliness for Lois E. Linkens.
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❤
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Reblogged this on superrobotparty and commented:
Fantastic piece by Lois E. Linkins!
Check this out!
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thanks for this!
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Lovely Lois
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thank you Christine X
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This is beautiful Lois 🙂
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thank you my dear!
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