Wildman

He comes disorienting like the fog that steals

the land and sky; startling like lightening

that strikes too close. He is needed as a healing tincture

that burns the wound or the bonesetter but he carries

no ameliorative slug of whiskey. The Wild Man,

insistent, troublesome and arrogant. A dangerous man

to take as a lover. He would eat you alive and throw

your bones to the dogs of God. Take care,

an arm’s length is required to stay sane.

Though...do listen. He beckons you...for he

has great knowledge and rich lessons.

But beware he is like quick sand.


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Rachelle Wiegand's picture

Karen, great piece! Love the end- he is like quicksand. LOL there are alot of those out there! Good to read a new post from you! Take care. I like this piece~

Soul's Enigma's picture

This is a interesting poem and I really like it. It sounds like the age old story of danger being exciting but you are still afraid. Thanks for sharing your thoughts.