The truth of this Skin

This Skin is transparent, like a stitch to spew,
 to flatter the moments of despair.
 The bruises occur,
 with an open mouth
 an empty sheet of braided dreams
 this skin claps and claps
 with a bowl of spewing lotus,
 and a hollow dripping hocus-pocus

Peppermint& honey drops
 with earbuds sagging,
 this skin melts,
 in the oceanic mouth of yours.
 Or this skin divides
 in my repetitive sins and sins.

I gasp and pray
 till my body collapse
 with a dying hint of clove,
 wafting breeze of paddy fields
 this skin smiles.
 Like polaroids humming
 in the crux of
 my immune skin.

INSTAGRAM- MY VALIANT SOUL

©MVS- NaPoWriMo#16

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my valiant soul

A dreamer and a believer for the upliftment of women rights. A published poet, author, writer. Believes in dancing and cooking amazing food for hungry souls at times. Loves to write and write till the moon is satisfied. My writings can be found at Visual Verse, Indian Periodical, Sick Lit mag, Duane's Poetree, Thistle magazine, among various others. Curator of Olive Skins.

90 thoughts on “The truth of this Skin”

      1. What an original and complete ending to this poem. It leaves the reader fully satisfied – and not easy to do!

        congratulations on such a compelling piece.

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  1. MVS, my comments are cutting off. This is the second time it happens to me today. I guess WordPress is trying to tell me I am talk too much.

    Yes, I liked this piece, and I thought your finale was awesome. Always a pleasure to read your work. Apologies for the miscommunication. Have a wonderful day.

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      1. Haha. Well this is just a normal saree that I am wearing and not for particular dance event.
        Although my one of the post depicts my dance attire, the one you are talking about.
        I am so happy to know you find it fascinating.
        Much love.

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      2. You will be amazed to see the wide range of sarees and categories actually, it’s my favorite dress too. So please, come to India next time and find yourself awed with it’s beauty.
        And you are a sweetheart.❤️

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      1. Welcome sister!😇
        I am doing great & hoping same for you, found your words on insta too.
        Positive vibes & great week ahead to you.

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      2. Insta is one the most popular creative social media platform now a days and i guess it’ll be great change .👍👍😇

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  2. Lawd, have mercy. To tell of our bodies, who we are, how we are… what you do with words never ceases to amaze me. I thought I commented on this one last month. I should have.

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  3. The epidermis really does hold our stories inside and out.A most unique and intriguing blend of imagery and metaphor. Love it!

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