The Echoes poetry competition to celebrate Write Out Loud's 20th anniversary is now open.  Judged by Neil Astley.

Competition closes in 8 days, 3 hours. Get details and Enter.

San Francisco, circa 1968

 

The boys ask if I’m a virgin
I tell them “yes” and I’m not lying

As something closes up 
When you’re gone and then

I forget what you smell like 
And I forget what you touch like

And I feel like Richard Harris
There in the rain

◄ Under the new contract

interior exile ►

Comments

No comments posted yet.

If you wish to post a comment you must login.

This site uses only functional cookies that are essential to the operation of the site. We do not use cookies related to advertising or tracking. By continuing to browse, you are agreeing to our use of cookies.

Find out more Hide this message