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Symptoms of Desire

April 17, 2015
By Bexx_Lynn BRONZE, Littleton, Colorado
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Desire is a universal hunger,
A great ache in the heart
Blocking out sensibility.

It comes upon a silver platter,
Dressed with the most
Luxurious offerings -

Only to be pulled away,
Just before one can grasp
The imposing treasure.

And so one is left,
In search of the pearl;
Yearning for elucidation.

This devotion
Is neither satisfying,
Nor is it vile.

Yet given the chance,
Would you take this appetite
Over indifference?

© Adi R., Houston, TX

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Inspired by "Symptoms of Love" by Robert Graves.

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