I feel the searing flames
From deep within
Shooting out my groin
Where shingles usually
Make first appearance.
The flames are also licking
Along my back
Surging upwards from
Waist to shoulder
To soon envelope
My neck…and possibly the side of my face.
Flames are searing
My right leg
The burning is intense
The smoke alarm should be going off
Why are they invisible?
This horrible burning
It is occurring
From the depths of my being
To the outermost skin
I can feel the cold air
It intensifies the burn
As if to fan the flames.
Advertisements
Leave a Reply