THE THRILL IS GONE

A Poem by Betty Hermelee

Aging, sensual BREVITY

YEARS OF LIP-LICKING PASSION

STELLAR INTIMACY

ENTWINED, KNOTTED

SLACKS WITH AGE

AND DESIRE

CLOSE TO DEMISE

NUZZLES LINGER

© 2021 Betty Hermelee

Author's Note

BREVITY

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Poetic Beauty

There is many different kinds of intimacy and lingering nuzzles can be a lovely way to connect. It all depends on the situation and age. I thought by the age of 42 my passionate drive would slow down some but not yet. Sometimes it can be a hindrance.

I find it comforting and deeply connecting to want to linger in cuddles without the actual fiery passionate acts of sexual desire,

Posted 2 Years Ago

2 Years Ago

Thanks K... that's what happens as we age in seniors and beyond, but yes it is very comforting ans s.. read more

John the Baptist

I do like brevity, and as a card carrying elder, I can attest to the accuracy of this one. Nothing at all wrong with lingering nuzzles.

Posted 2 Years Ago

2 Years Ago

and, also as a card carrying elder, I agree!! Thanks always John.
Best, B.

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Author

Betty Hermelee

Black Mountain, NC

About

My love of poetry results from my love of art. As a painter I am able to express myself on a canvas. As a poet my words come from my heart, my moods, sometimes sad, mostly upbeat. I like to use vivid .. more..