A Soft Woman

I am not

a soft woman

I can not flirt

Or give a lazy smile

I do not dance

or cook or clean

as a fact of my sex

I have sharp edges and

curved hips, long legs,

that walk where they will

I am brown,

like burnt leaves

and molasses

An abundant mouth

full of words

that belong to me

I do not fall in love

But storm head first

Slamming hard

into you.

© Jill Brock

 

Jill Brock is a writer, a poet and a graphic artist. A native New Yorker and health care professional, she takes her inspiration from the amazing environment of New York City, and the intricate relationships of the human heart. Until recently, she wrote only for family, friends, and herself. Encouraged to publish and expand her poetry into fiction, short stories, and novel, she's now taken her writing to the next level. Jill has published a novel titled "Pennywise". You can visit her website: http://jillibrock.blogspot.com or http://www.jilbrock.com

 

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