CLOSER TO THE SKIN
hair to where
yes, but not there
close clipping, avoid nicking
shaving some salvation
abrupt is the departure
saving little pieces
soon forgotten
closer to the skin
is a warmth
that is nearest
to where some salvation
closely clipped, avoided nicks
magic majesty
a jester maiestas
posing and performance
seeking warmth
closer to the skin
soon to be forgotten
and the heart knows
remembers how
abrupt is the departure
saving little pieces
not soon forgotten
we are jesters maiestas
seeking warmth
closely clipped, avoiding nicks
closer to the skin
a mendoza 2015