Myocardial Mend

This poem was written for the Late Night Poet’s Break on Through Radio Show inspired by the artwork of Jason Limon. So many great painting to pick from in his gallery. It’s adult-themed so enjoy at your own discretion.

Happy Saturday!

Myocardial Mend

Knitted my own arteries.
Sewed a leaky atrium, 
above the drafty chamber
my younger self died in.

Now it’s all needles and thread, walking dead.
In the poorly lit night my skin likes to pretend to be alive.

But any sense of wholeness, apathy or pride
has long-since clotted; 
tenderness must be transfused.

The forecast is hollow.
The coffin in my chest 
contains only love that's expired.

Oh, the fragility of feeling nothing!
The lack of metronome, the leaky valve grows tired, 
but I’ve no reason to confess my charms won't last.

After all, I’m heartless.

21 responses to “Myocardial Mend”

Nicole Smith

weird and odd and good. Liked it.

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1. K. F. Hartless
  
  Thank you. I think that is perhaps one of the most perfect descriptions of me. So, I super glad you liked it. 💜
  
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Paula Light

Fantastic! 🖤

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1. K. F. Hartless
  
  Thank you kindly, Paula. I would like to write more poetry using Jason Limon’s art as a springboard.
  
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Colleen M. Chesebro

Oh, this is so good. I love that first stanza. There is so much said in so few words.

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1. K. F. Hartless
  
  Thank you, Colleen. You positive feedback means so much to me.
  
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  1. Colleen M. Chesebro
    
    Your poetry is always so impactful. I learn so much from reading your work. Thanks so much.
    
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  2. K. F. Hartless
    
    😊 I learn so much from writing it, and I feel blessed to have the connections on WP that help me to sustain my craft. Mutual feelings, my, my friend.
    
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yourplateormine967244485

Yes, love the pun of “heartless.” Hauntingly beautiful with such depth for me.

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1. K. F. Hartless
  
  Thank you. I think I have to go there sometimes to release the steam of the battery of jokes I get about my name, but this one also held depth for me, more so than I expected. Thanks for these comments, dear friend.
  
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  1. yourplateormine967244485
    
    You are so welcome 🙏 and I love the artist you used for this piece, and it gives me inspiration to use for my site. ✨🙏
    
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Tom

Very powerful descriptions here – paints such a visceral scene, K. Beautifully written! 🙂

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1. K. F. Hartless
  
  Thank you, Tom. I’ve been trying to repair the cardio-leakage, but it seeps out sometimes. I’m grateful for your positive feedback, friend.
  
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Poetpas

Very good!

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1. K. F. Hartless
  
  Thank you. This means a lot from a poet I admire.
  
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  1. Poetpas
    
    Welcome! I am humbled by your kind words 😊🙏
    
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Experience Film

Beautiful🖤

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1. K. F. Hartless
  
  Thank you. 💜
  
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Susi Bocks

Wow, incredible theme(s). It is reminding of my heart’s journey, physical and emotional.

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1. K.F. Hartless
  
  💜 thank you, Susie, The artwork was instantly inspiring.
  
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  1. Susi Bocks
    
    I bet! You’re welcome! ❤
    
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