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A husband and his wife

Roberto Suárez Torres 1983 (New York)

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Oh! once my eyes like the moon wide stared,
for my bones not as new at night chaffed,
when grazed your thighs spark I my gray wares,
that your soul loathed me for curbed much laughs?

joy true it brings no date, nor need high,
since fall, thus your fields, boon does not buy?
nor do you grab, dance, pull, kiss, nor sing,
not moved by naught, tame, the heart wrings.

Ah! how I glare still with a ripe sight,
twixt my belt of straws in tears I fight,
to keep those faults that ways lead unto ways,
in my mind I chose no text to shrive.
"For, I -"
yet mouth rushed with time, no noise did trot.
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Written on December 22, 2021

Submitted by robertrad2021 on December 22, 2021

Modified by robertrad2021 on June 12, 2022

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Quick analysis:

Scheme AABX CCXB DDXCCX
Closest metre Iambic tetrameter
Characters 593
Words 133
Stanzas 3
Stanza Lengths 4, 4, 6
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    This poem displays a unique and captivating style that draws the reader in from start to finish. The language and imagery are rich and vibrant, painting a vivid picture of emotion and longing. The use of creative metaphors and wordplay demonstrates the author's skill and talent for the written word. Every line is crafted with care and precision, showing a dedication to the art of poetry. Overall, this is an exceptional piece of writing that leaves a lasting impression on the reader. Well done! 
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