“To be pervaded by something unpleasant” Tom, Or as we used to call him Ol' Clappy, Was a homeless man Who would always Reek of cigarettes, Desiel and beer, And would meander The shopping arcade For no apparent reason. We called him Ol' Clappy For when We'd clap, Or whistle Or make any Loud noise, … Continue reading Reek – Verb
Month: January 2018
Stammer – Verb
“To speak with involuntary pauses or repetitions” 'Hi, welcome to Teddie's.' The blonde cashier chick half-heartedly welcomes Ryan to the store. Her black roots exposed and 90's tendrils darting in front of her smudged eyes and candy glossed lips. Her nametag reads 'Aish-lee', presumably pronounce Ashley. 'Jus-jus-jus-just these t-t-t-oday.' Ryan manages as he unpacks his basket … Continue reading Stammer – Verb
Tangential – Adjective
“Only superficially relevant; divergent” In his haze Of rum and coke, And brandishing A wizard staff Made out of tinnies, Sam let free His tangential thoughts That had nothing To do with Politics.
Nuzzle – Verb
“Move or arrange oneself in a comfortable and cosy position” A wet nose Used to nuzzle Closer To a Petting hand.
Lament – Noun
“A song or hymn of mourning composed or performed as a memorial to a dead person” Mascara drips down my face, nine-inch heels in my hands, wallet empty, soul shattered. What a waste what a waste what a waste. These tears were not planned. Yet here I am a mess of despair and cheap Moscato. New … Continue reading Lament – Noun
Lipstick
This was the lipstick I wore the moment I lost it all.
Blameable – Adjective
“Deserving blame or censure as being wrong or evil or injurious” Infectious humour Charm in abounds He makes me melt A puddle on the ground. But I am not enough; He makes others melt too On purpose. He fakes confidence Blameable eyes Letting slip his lies. Why can't I be enough?
Opine – Verb
“Express one’s opinion openly and without fear or hesitation” He made my head Hurt. Every word he muttered Something I had to Decipher. Nights subjected to his Opine. But never once, asked for my own.
Things that went unsaid.
You never knew that I would have loved you well.
Tabernacle – Noun
“Any place or house of worship, especially one designed for a large congregation” "Welcome to the Holy Grail, the tabernacle for the lost and defenceless!" Riley grinned, arms outstretched, as the doors to the vault were opened. As the lights flickered into action, Hannah's eye grew wide. The left wall of the underground vault was … Continue reading Tabernacle – Noun