KISS IN THE WOODS

I met a kiss
As I walked through the woods
It came out from behind a tree
Out of the cold

And met my lips
When I was not looking
It sent a shock of sorrow
Through my memories of tomorrow

And when I opened my eyes again
It was gone.

– Che Chidi Chukwumerije

INTIMATE ENEMIES

A day
Is a long way to travel

A truth
Is a deep lie to unravel

A kiss
Is a message of sorts
Friendship is a breaching
Of the law of torts

Intimacy is most intense
When you and your enemy
Break down each others’ defence.

– Che Chidi Chukwumerije