Retro poetry corner

[sal_amanda]

i never used to show anyone any poetry i wrote, but as time passes and i'm distanced from the events that inspired them, i don't mind showing the old ones that i still like. here's two from when i was 17. neither really has a title.

I. from July 1993

soft,
silkiness
of your arms around
and surrounding
me with warmth
oh, the love
i feel in you
emanating from
arms i could easily fall a-
"sleep"
i heard distinctly
and instantly obeyed
how could i not
within such a comforting circle
locking in the peace
and serenity
of my slumber

II. part of something from November 1993

i love
the gentle touch of your fingers
tugging at my soul
brushing your lips across
my open wounds
healing them with the
salt of your tears