Simple Touch

Hand reaches out for another
hugs from sister or brother
Child runs into your arms
sends electricity that warms
Hearing the contentment of lil'
kittens purr
as hand gently pets thru fur

Prickly thorn of beautiful rose
drips wet from water hose
Deep belly laughter from joke
the nasty itch of poison oak
Sharp sting of buzzing bee
the "Ouch" of skinned knee
Throbbing pain of toe stub
Cooling sensation of
deep heating rub

A mild breeze in any kind
of weather
The feel of black leather
A swift stroke of the hair
tingles from a stare
Caress on face
touch of lace

Playful tickle
from responsive fingers
giddy feeling that lingers
Passionate kiss
illuminates erotic bliss
Intimate touch from the heart
the purest form of art


(orig.2002 revised 2005)