warm southern wind

by jp thorn

Image credit: seth schwiet on Unsplash

i’ve stopped considering destiny; i’d rather be wrong

than a pessimist. coincidence is a courtesy i’m rarely

afforded like a true wild ochre i must wait for the

leaves to change, inevitable poetry in motion, natural

sensitivity dependent on feedback loops & instinct,

the word don’t catches in my throat. am i wrong to

feel afraid? it is fall in brazil though today spring

kissed my porch cheek whistled not quite yet. am i

wrong to find beauty in opposition? innocence

within intention? if everything we say can be used

against us might as well go out screaming.

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jp thorn

jp thorn is a queer, neurodivergent artist raised in & returned to the bible belt. advocate for destigmatization & radically open communication, their work is inspired by humanness, reframing traditionalism, therapeutic processes, unlearning patriarchy, identity, & global patterns. you can find more of their work here