...And the Devil Became My Friend

The angels need reinforcements to keep things interesting.  Reason just doesn't cut it in the face of chaos, the onslaught of demons who clearly don't play by the rules.  This has an interesting structure, with the line lengths lessening as it proceeds, growing more concentrated by the end.  Not sure if this was intentional but it's something I just picked up.

"As the valleys are spread
Because the dam broke
From the celestial shaft
Whence it was a totem
At the time of its erection"

These are spectacular lines.  The shaft's a particular potent phallic symbol unless I'm misreading this with a filthy mind.  Great job in any case DPW.  A thrilling write.  Just don't let the Devil lead you too far astray.    

A great comment Crow. I noticed the length lessen. But not sure if that was a conscious part of the process.

You would be right in noticing it's phallicness in those lines. In fact. I debated whether to put this in erotic or dark.

Thank you for your thoughtfulness. Always a pleasure.

Sir Play. . .I do have to admit that you've created one hell of an observation as this piece can swing in many directions [per the reader]. . .war between Demons & Angels within our inner selves play an important factor to the decisions we (as humans) make on a day~to~day basis can reek havoc between the good & the bad of that choice. . .Excellently invoked. . .Enjoyed. . .xo, Devlin.

Dev. As you said, it can swing in many directions. I hope that's not a sign of being too vague. But I do try to write both internal and external simultaneously. I am happy you enjoyed this piece as the Angels and Demons once again dance on this morning.

It's a good poem

Thank you rosieposie :)

DPW love this very clever dark erotic many layers to this brilliant write to be savored and enjoyed :)

most excellent!!!

love Crim

Thank you Crim. I am glad to hear you see the layers coming through to you. Thank you for your kind visit.

great poem almost cryptic , beautiful write