In the
harsh glare
of daylight
I see clearly
the wrinkles
of your shallow promises
the zits
of selfishness
the dark moles
of naked lust
the pus-filled acne
of jealousy
the scaly dandruff
of cruelty
that you so well conceal
behind
that irresistible smile
and
chocolate coated words
no
I’d rather
you be mine
within the soft
smoky veils of
my dreams
alone
pure
pretty
pristine
perfect
Elizabeth Kuriakose
Replete with memorable phrases–”I see clearly/ the wrinkles/ of your shallow promises”, Elizabeth romantically affirms the purity and perfection of her” dream lover.” An exquisite poem.
Thank you Vijay. Honoured.
Idealised romantic notions inevitably clash with quotidian reality.
Sadly enough, they do Louis.