Title Request #12

So much is in service
of it: the root of cypress,
vellum envelopes, the cool
metal of the faucet, patterns
of tar, a finger
cresting the keyhole
of a clavicle, alabaster,
sycamore bark, birds
lighting a floodlight,
pecan hulls, photographs
of strangers found
tucked in a drawer, bare
feet, swarms of lilies,
unopened books, the shy
marmot, curses, veils, all
soft retribution, shadows,
the hint of callous
in your kiss. Find it here.