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paradise

June 9, 2017June 9, 2017by Mecca_AmirahLeave a Comment

the water was blue, bluer than the eternal stretch of the sky. blue is too tame of a word, because the ocean, the sea, the breeze, the sting rays swimming underneath gentle, rolling waves, is alive. each step is precarious because each step brings you closer to the mouth of God. the wind tickles you. [...]

Poetry, thoughts

give and take

June 9, 2017June 14, 2017by Mecca_Amirah3 Comments

the rock and sway of the boat beneath my feet, i feel like i am stick in place, a trunk to my lovely tree. the earth dances as i remain frozen; she dances as if her feet were on fire. he chases tears down with barley leaves and fermented herbs, he swallows even when [...]

Poetry, Romantic

“you are worth the wait”

May 29, 2017May 29, 2017by Mecca_Amirah4 Comments

he was patient with her; he lulled her with his honest eyes, and he seduced her not with his body or lips, but with his heart. he shed his insecurities before her in a tease; layers and layers unwind with each declaration. and the show of vulnerability, the great reveal of honesty, won her almost immediately. [...]

thoughts

fears are only real when–

May 28, 2017by Mecca_AmirahLeave a Comment

fears are only real when you acknowledge them in the dark.

Poetry, Thoughtful, thoughts

silent

May 21, 2017May 26, 2017by Mecca_Amirah4 Comments

Writing is my solstice; Writing saved me In ways that you will Never know. I used to Think what would Be said at my funeral: "She was great, Oh Lord, she was great," But instead of that, I want it to be silent. No words through Lips and teeth, no Tongue to sway others As [...]