Soft Touch

A little more brevity for a change

beneath surface skin
numerous layers reside
waiting to be hurt

Reviews

[Omikron]

I love the onion metaphor many poets seem drawn to, which I often encountered but seldom understood until recently. We might seem dense and sturdy, but it only takes a flicker to reveal the thin, transparent, and fragile layers that hold us all together. I wonder if the scarring on these layers causes them to become more resilient and tough, or thins them out into fragmental pieces of judgement.

Wonderful poem, but I expect nothing less from your brilliant mind, Chris.

[Chris Shaw]

I really appreciate this thoughtful review. Thank you kindly.

Chris

[living lavender]

sensually captivating. loved the simplicity of this.
each word chosen specifically.
{delicate punches to the soul.}

[Chris Shaw]

Many thank yous for your thoughts living lavender. I appreciate your visit.

Chris

[fen]

wow... very brief but very intense. can definitely relate, sometimes pain feels more real that tenderness... but that's just my interpretation ☺

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you fen for sharing your thoughts. Much appreciated.

Chris

[Desert Knave]

Indeed, there are so many layers to love and pain. Nicely done in few words. ~Jim

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Jim. Pleased you stopped by to share your thoughts.

Chris

[jacob erin-cilberto]

oh wowie kazowie on this one.

So perfect a senryu.
j.

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you dear j. I appreciate you.

Chris

[Lorry]

Well done Chris. The nail was truly hit on the flat top bit by I believe, a tool that goes by the name of hammer! 😊

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Lorry. I appreciate your thoughts.

Chris

[Matthew Kult]

Nothing wrong with a quick read. Many surfaces with many layers to humanity. All waiting to be hurt.

Good read.

With love

Matthew

[Chris Shaw]

Thank you Matthew. I appreciate your review.

Chris

[Vol]

Chris!
Hahaha! Like walking barefoot and encountering a sandspur! Ouch! Of course, it might be, "waiting for caresses."
Vol

[Chris Shaw]

Ha! Thanks for the smile Vol. Always welcome:)


Chris

[Dave Brown]

Yet, the presence of a red rambling rose, offers bright petals to defend the human's heart, offsetting the thin of each human's skin!
Chris

[Chris Shaw]

What a lovely review Dave. Thank you.

Chris