Temptation is an onyx raven
plaguing the defenses of my soul
pecking,
clawing,
it circles around me
as if it smells carrion within
this forest of innocence
my refuge and protection
It cracks my shield
and darkness filters through
My bones are bruised
My soul is limp
but I have not sinned
while I resist.

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This piece was inspired by Falls Poetry’s prompts – onyx raven and forest of innocence and is also posted in Instagram.

Linking with DVERSE Poets’ Open Link Night.  Check out the pub for gorgeous works. 🙂