Refurbish
by Gerry Fabian
We need a fresh floor plan
complete with sound solutions.
We need rubbish removal
of harsh horrible dings and dents.
We need to christen
with tear duct absolution
and scrub and scour
the tainted dirt and stains.
We need to plaster over
existing hairline cracks
and sand smooth abrasions
caused by shifting decades.
We need vivid, vibrant painting
complete with the fresh forgiveness
which will lead to heart cleansing
and an intimate soul sense.
We need barefoot rug awareness
and suggestive wall decorations
complete with electrical fixtures
that respond upon impact.
We need soft couch kisses,
a long divan of desire,
a fire hearth that reflects heat
to ignite idle imagination.
We need to become
who we once were
without giving up
who we are - together.
R. Gerry Fabian (he/him) is a poet and novelist. After teaching English and creative writing for thirty-five years in public school, he turned his focus back to writing. He is currently revising his fourth novel. His webpage is rgerryfabian.wordpress.com