Sticks & Stones On a Ledge
Poetry of Life
Published in
Jul 30, 2024
Philadelphia, PA. 8:04 PM. By Lincoln W Daniel.
Sticks and stones,
these may break my bones …
But words …
those cut deep.
Tell me you love me,
then skin me like sheep.
See how quick you’ll get to weep.
See how far before they seep.
How deep can they creep?
Is there time to retract
before I a leap?
Philadelphia, PA. 8:11 PM
