matching tattoos

Victor Lawrence
Q Street Poetry
Published in
3 min readJul 19, 2023
I want this 😭

In the quiet moments when the world hushes and the gentle whispers of our hearts take center stage, I find myself immersed in the intoxicating dance of falling in love. It's a sensation that electrifies my very core, a symphony of emotions that caresses my soul and sends ripples of longing through every fiber of my being. And as I trace the curves of your delicate skin with my fingertips, I can't help but revel in the profound connection we've discovered.

Our love, like a delicate flower blooming under the moonlight, has woven a tapestry of desire between us. It's a love that defies the boundaries of the mundane, transcending societal norms and expectations. We exist in a realm where passion knows no bounds, where our souls intertwine without fear or inhibition.

In the quiet solitude of our shared intimacy, our whispers melt into the air like a secret shared only between us. We communicate through the unspoken language of touch, tracing the contours of our desires with gentle strokes. And it is in these moments, when our bodies speak the language of longing, that the idea of matching tattoos begins to unfold like an ethereal dream.

As the needle dances across our skin, etching its permanent mark, a symphony of sensations takes hold. The slight sting of the ink blends seamlessly with the rush of anticipation, creating an exquisite harmony that only amplifies the tenderness we share. With every needle prick, I feel the connection between us deepen, intertwining our souls in a subtle and profound way.

Each stroke of the tattoo artist's hand becomes a brushstroke on the canvas of our bodies, painting a portrait of our love, a testament to the beauty of our union. The ink becomes a symbol, an unspoken declaration etched into the very fabric of our beings. It whispers of the uncharted territories we've traversed together, the depth of our affection, and the unyielding desire that resides within us.

In the silence that follows, as we marvel at the artistry imprinted on our skin, a gentle smile curves your lips. Our eyes meet, and in that moment, we understand the profound significance of our choice. It's a nod to the uniqueness of our love, a silent proclamation that we are bound together in a love that transcends the confines of convention.

In these intimate moments of shared vulnerability, I realize that love is not defined by societal norms or expectations. It's a fluid essence that weaves its way through our lives, embracing us in all our complexities and intricacies. Our matching tattoos embody the unspoken tale of our queerness, a testament to the beauty of our diverse identities and the love that blossoms between them.

So, my love, as we lay here intertwined, our bodies bearing the inked symbols of our connection, I am reminded of the magic we've discovered. It's a love that defies definition, that blooms in the spaces between words. And as I hold you close, I am grateful for the intimacy we've cultivated—a tender sanctuary where our souls find solace, and where our love thrives, unabashedly and beautifully.

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Victor Lawrence
Q Street Poetry

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