Sinful Salvation

When an encounter is a rebirth.

baptized in the crevice
of her open lips
toothsome salvation is delivered
in the palms of soil'd hands

my whitish robe, ruined
burned over a funeral pyre
phantoms of my conformity
complain, in an empty cathedral

kneeling at her satin altar
flesh beaten to pulp, me
the quivering milquetoast
of closed door ceremonies

humbled skin prostrates, sacrificed
neath her bladed sexuality
a vibrant death and resurrection
paradise, rewritten by the sinners

the wolf is now the shepherd
her wicked bite... my church
satisfaction demands praise
tithe is paid in worship

Author's Note

Words have been difficult to find lately... hoping this doesn't reflect my struggles. Your critique is welcomed, thank you for reading.

Reviews

[Angel of Chaos]

Your words are still captivating. I am glad to see you have written something new. I have yet to attempt anything for some time.

[Travis Gibson (poetic heroics)]

I'm thankful you've continued to find yourself visiting my work... the gesture alone is inspiring. I do hope your pen will find it's way to paper soon... I'm sure you have many hidden gems to give to us, or at least a notebook.

[Traci]

'the quivering milquetoast
of closed door ceremonies."

Glad you are back and writing, Travis. A very soulful piece. Written not of struggles but of honesty and courage. Favorited.

[Travis Gibson (poetic heroics)]

Hello, Traci it is good to be back... glad to see my work still impresses. You're thoughts are greatly appreciated.

[lightsong]

truthfully it's not reflecting Your struggles, but more to reflect the state You were in, I felt Your lost, I mean, while struggling You wouldn't be able to write or end up with a good thing, here You seem to bring it out what You were feeling at that time, Your style is unique, exciting, and very deep, Your mind wanders into strange, wild and wide places... this poem reflects it all!

[Travis Gibson (poetic heroics)]

Thank you beyond these humble words can express. Your comment leaves me with a great sense of accomplishment.

[MsJewel]

If words have been difficult to find, I sure couldn't tell in the passionate, lustful gem. Powerful words, so intense...fabulous! :) Julie

[Travis Gibson (poetic heroics)]

Thank you, for such uplifting words!

[Kelly Scheppers]

You are a most exciting person to read! What you exude in poetry is beyond what I could ever aspire to write!

[Travis Gibson (poetic heroics)]

I'm beyond flattered, thank you, but you give me too much credit. Simply write from your heart and your pen will make its way to great things. From what I have read... you are already on your way.

[Coyote Poetry]

Mouth, face and eyes. Make us hope and wish.
"the wolf is now the shepherd
her wicked bite... my church
satisfaction demands praise
tithe is paid in worship"
The above lines are very true. Wolf will learn. Good to be the prey on a moon-lite night. Thank you Travis for sharing the outstanding poetry.
Coyote

[Travis Gibson (poetic heroics)]

Yes, it is good to be the prey... thanks for another great review, old friend.

[Coyote Poetry]

I enjoyed this one and you are welcome my friend.

[Eddie Phillips]

You don't seem to lose any words with this poem. It was masterfully done. It was sensual and well structured. I enjoyed it.

[Travis Gibson (poetic heroics)]

I'm grateful you think so highly of this piece, it was indeed a struggle, but thoughts such as yours make it all worth it.

[KCthelastboyscout]

Reading this, my own imagination could not come with imagery so sensual.you are very skillful with your wordplay.bravo!!

[Travis Gibson (poetic heroics)]

Thank you... your thoughts are beyond humbling.

[The Iron Horseman]

Very well written, Travis. You have come up with some very evocative imagery. I particularly liked:
'the quivering milquetoast
of closed door ceremonies."
Whoever the lucky lady is, I hope she knows how much she is appreciated! :)

[Travis Gibson (poetic heroics)]

She indeed does dear friend... and that is actually my favorite line as well. Lol

[The Iron Horseman]

She must be very special. Good for you!

[Sami Khalil]

Very spiritual and meaningful to the soul. Glad to see you back writing for we missed you. It is a rebirth indeed.

[Travis Gibson (poetic heroics)]

Thank you for the always inspirational words, I've missed the wonderful people of the cafe as well. Looking forward to continued friendships and new ones as well.

[Sami Khalil]

You are welcome muchly.