Friday, March 22, 2013

Dreadlocks.

My hair is a shield
A blanket and a pillow,
A lions mane and a wild head dress. 
It is a glory and a burden, 
A crown and a yoke. 

It smells of campfire smoke, 
and summer sweat,
Neroli and frankincense and cinnamon. 
It smells of memories and wishes, 
But all I can think of is the tilt of your neck
As you bury your face in my hair.


c. May 30 2012

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