I have perceiv'd that to be
struck with unexpected repartee,
wit and wisdom in a fine
rejoinder, words that entwine
in conversation - all this stuff
with those I like is enough.

To stop in company with the rest
who release desires long repressed -
neglected personae surface,
intermingle. We percuss
in rhythms syncopated off the cuff;
this dance at evening is enough.

To be surrounded by beautiful
strong broad hands, eyes, mouths full
of each other - long tapered
fingers tangle in curls, in beard.
That we dare explore curious (no rebuff)
breathing, laughing flesh is enough.