prose poems by Mark Cunningham | ||
Orange |
The philosopher's stone mantles citron. Lungs dilate, pulse sharpens. An orange blouse increases milk production. Greek prostitutes wore orange to draw the body's passion; Tibetan monks wear saffron to overcome it. Carrots started purple, then turned white, then yellow, before ending orange. Setting sun, rising moon. New dreams tempt. You might bite.
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number 21 in the 2River Chapbook Series | Color Field • Contents • Chapbook Archives • 2River |