mirco-filtered organisms leak posthumously
drained of essential fluids
they become air born particulars
dancing in the shafts of sunlight
tattered curtains –
breathlessly anticipating the rush of forced air heat
gooseflesh mounts a full body attack
core shiver bursts forth
vibrating body seeking hot tea
and rest –
encompassed in the steamy reality
floating fat, soap-sud fantasy
lips exposed blowing bubbles
hidden joy expressed
through total stillness –
cold razor scrapes softened skin
follicles torn asunder
rose-tinted bath water
slight smile –
motionless, the tepid water looks like kool-aid
discoloration, a perfect match
what was pink flesh in clear water
appears to be a greyish mass
floating like the last ice cube
in a glass of tropical punch –