Project Rhapsody

RHAPSODY-Exalted or excessively enthusiastic expression of feeling in speech or writing. A literary work written in an impassioned or exalted style. A state of elated bliss; ecstasy. An ancient Greek epic poem or a portion of one suitable for uninterrupted recitation. An epic poem adapted for recitation. Whatever your form of poetry-it is a rhapsody of words! Welcome to The SJC Poetry Blog for Literature Students!

Wednesday, May 24, 2006

Geylang

Black and red

The scent of Shanghai Rose

Lingers. As threads of silk wrap themselves

around her curves.

She puts on a mask of powder

And gloss of crimson

In the hopes of a

Better life.

In the hopes of the coins rattling as they fall into the tin.

Dirty.

Cheapened.

Used.

Reluctant body

caressed by unfamiliar fingers.

The candle flame,

extinguished.

Athirah Bte Mohd Norahim

3E

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