Let Loose The Lunatics

Let Loose The Lunatics

written by: Robin McNamara

@thewindingroad1

Let loose the lunatics
within this –
shadowed soul
With the hollowed
eyes.

The red dragon slept
Under the manchineel
tree.

Yes – so tempted
By your poisonous
beauty.

(Oh yes) – a beautiful temptation.

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Robin McNamara

APRIL 2021 AUTHOR OF THE MONTH at Spillwords.com

Robin McNamara is a widely published poet from Ireland. His debut pamphlet, Under a Mind’s Staircase was published with Hedgehog Poetry Press (2021). Nominated for the Pushcart Prize for ‘Apple Picking Season’ from Under a Mind’s Staircase.

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