#napowrimo Day 10 - “Romantic Love”

Poetry
Written By Farah Lawal Harris

For Day 10 of National Poetry Month, the prompt is to write a love poem. 🥰 Here is mine:


Day 10 - ROMANTIC LOVE

By Farah Lawal Harris


romantic love ran from me.

i was always the homie—

cool enough to hang with,

but not claim.

platonic sis.


romantic love mocked me:

nighttime “WYD” texts 

when they didn’t “GAF” for real.

daytime squeaky third wheel.


romantic love asked my permission.

assuredly.

you asked my permission.

my breath quickened.

would you think i was too much?

I sighed.

how will i know if i don’t try?

i offered a slice.

you cleaned your plate.

asked for seconds.

assuredly.

“Yes,” i replied.

Farah Lawal Harris

Farah Lawal Harris is an artist and breast cancer survivor who inspires people to overcome obstacles and be well. Through vulnerable storytelling, writing, and theatre, Farah makes people feel less alone and more able to tap into their personal power to be their best, creative selves.

https://www.farahlawalharris.com
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