Longing
by Natalie Casanova-Duarte
by Natalie Casanova-Duarte
I watch the ants as they travel
all over your body
There is silence
The house is dark, the bell strikes,
You open your eyes, I’m there
You open your mouth, I’m listening
Not even the ocean can top your beauty
drip... drip...
It’s going to rain
I long for you, and hope you know
You’ll never see them again
Stay here
With me
It’s fine
They don't want you
They won't devour you
Like I will
You are the mouse, I am the lion
Your body will feel better
When you stop screaming
Grabbing my wrench
Heavy above my head
Your breath becomes weaker
Till there is none