Michael Anthony
Michael Anthony
Feb 11, 2024

To a Flame

It's like, what if moths
aren’t attracted to light,
as they flutter chaotically
around the source.

What if the thing we think
is pulling them closer confuses
which way they should go.

Love has been like that.

About This Poem

Last Few Words: Inspired by an article about an interesting new theory about why insects seem attracted by light sources at night.

Style/Type: Free verse

Review Request Direction: What did you think of my title?
How does this theme appeal to you?
How was the beginning/ending of the poem?

Review Request Intensity: I appreciate moderate constructive criticism

Editing Stage: Editing - polished draft

About the Author

Region, Country: San Francisco Bay Area - USA, USA

Favorite Poets: Bukowski

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Comments

Lavender

Hello, Michael,
Another great write. Perfect final line.
L

Candlewitch

the last line makes it sing!

*always, Cat