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Kasu (small wounds)'s avatar

You have the power to make me feel your words phisically. I feel it all.

Loved itm

Sapphra's avatar

Thank you very much. I’m glad that my poem was able to touch you so deeply.

Ryan Eland's avatar

I feel this poem in my bones. I love the title of it too. Turn toward. Yes.

Sapphra's avatar

Thank you so much. I like knowing the words didn’t stay on the page for you.

nina's avatar

Beautiful, Sapphra.

Sapphra's avatar

Thank you. It’s good to know the work stirred something true in you.

The Speechless Poet's avatar

Beautiful. I love the burning forest reference and the feeling of choosing to be unmade. Powerful words and thoughts 🔥🔥❤️

Sapphra's avatar

I really appreciate that. I’m honored the poem and author’s notes touched you in such a way.

Miles Hack's avatar

Immense in gravity — this was golden intricacy of human chemistry 👌🏼🪽

Sapphra's avatar

Thank you so much. I’m glad that you enjoyed this one.

Antranette's avatar

this is how i feel about God.

Sapphra's avatar

Oh, I love that! And in case my writing doesn't make it obvious, I'm constantly trying to push my poems past just the physical side of human nature. It's the hope, at least.

Antranette's avatar

i only receive transmission

and that’s what you offer

Sapphra's avatar

Oh wow. Thank you for this. I appreciate that.

Finding my path's avatar

Gorgeous verse Sapphra! The word pictures are descriptive enough to feel her desire.

"surrendering as a choice, as an active movement into vulnerability", the thought of surrendering into vulnerability - I think this perfectly describes my submissive tendencies. I've thought about this alot over the years, how a strong man can submit: give up control to another. This makes it so clear.

Sapphra's avatar

Thank you so much. I’m glad that this poem resonated with you on a deeper level.

Skyler's avatar

I absolutely love how You shared the thought process behind the words. I often wonder what is behind the writer’s intent. How we interpret each piece is based on our own experiences. I love knowing the meaning behind the projection. Thank You. It is beautiful.

Sapphra's avatar

Thank you. I always try to include a little bit of background on the poem. I used to use it as an introduction to the poem, but it felt more like I was leading the reader, which dilutes the poem. Lately, I’ve been adding it to the end so I can really get into the nitty-gritty after the reader has experienced the poem naturally.