Peach

As it says on the tin!

Sometimes,

just sometimes,

I seek out

the flavour of peach.

 

It smells so fresh

and like no other fruit,

when I bite into

that velvet covered flesh,

a moments resistance

simply gives way,

exploding with juicy,

fragrant flavour

down my chin.

 

04/06/19

Author's Note

Reviews

[Markus Anthony]

I like the word peach and actually saying it, i never tasted a peach in my entire life. I remember a scene in a movie that's about a peach and this poem resonated that scene in my mind -- a feeling of loneliness and sorrow and frustration, that happened after a moment of sweetness and joy in a relationship that is not conforming to the society. Such a sweet poem. I'm sorry for this catharsis.

[John Alexander McFadyen]

Hi Markus, I cannot believe you have never tasted a peach. You really need to but a ripened one. The flavour is magnificent as is the smell. Many thanks for stopping by.

[kentuck14]

John, This is a peach of a poem . . . but I think it's time to wipe off your chin!!!
T

[John Alexander McFadyen]

Why thank you Tom, and I have now wiped my chin thanks to your wise council!

[Chris Shaw]

Peaches are delicious but only when they are completely ripened. Nothing nice about biting into a peach that hasn:t reached that point. Your descriptive write John is positively scrumptious. Reminds me of visiting a great uncle years ago. He had a peach tree in his garden and a grape vine.

Chris

[John Alexander McFadyen]

I do so agree Chris, ripe is best. Sounds like a garden to be in at your great uncle's. Many thanks.

[Kelly Scheppers]

I remember my grandmother cutting them up and making peach cobbler. Whenever her back was turned, I always stole a slice. I think about it every time I bite into one...so good, John!

[John Alexander McFadyen]

Indeed they are good, especially the juicy ones. Thanks for dropping by Kelly.

[Edie Blue Starfish]

peaches and mangos. so messy but so good

[John Alexander McFadyen]

Indeedykins Edie, many thanks for reading.

[jacob erin-cilberto]

yes mmmmm i never mind it dripping down my chin...

i love peach, apricot and pear nectar...
great stuff, all of it...
tasty treat here.
j.

[John Alexander McFadyen]

Thanks Jacob. All sprang from me realising I have not eaten a peach in a long time. Remembered how much I love the smell, texture and taste. Funny how we go through life taking such things for granted. Many thanks.

[Coyote Poetry]

The gifts of the Gods. Fruit. I buy ambrosia wine at a nearby wine store. Peaches are very good. In season, a treat. Always a pleasure to read your work John. Thank you for sharing the amazing poetry.
Coyote

[John Alexander McFadyen]

Thank you Coyote John for reading and making comment.

[andrew mitchell]

Love is like sugar we lust after, somewhat insatiable, a craving we need continuously no matter the fruit!

[John Alexander McFadyen]

Ah indeed but this is about fruit you fruity antipodean! Many thanks!

[andrew mitchell]

I know! I was just rattling your cage for a bite lol!