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#rewindtime #repost

I didn't mean to get drunk off of you....I only wanted a sip

Now I'm still haunted by your teeth burying into my bottom lip

The intoxicating sensation of your presence ...the smile upon your face

The comfort of your embrace ...eyes letting me know all secrets are safe

But those kisses....the ones that made me feel like you've been storing up a certain level of passion just for me

The ones that brought I peace and made you feel free

5 am musings reminiscent losing track of time

Losing hours of sleep and losing a little bit of my mind

Yet every second lost in memories of you is well worth it

Alarm clock going off and I wish I'd never heard it

It has opened closed eyes that took me back to then

Allowing me to almost casually feel your fingertips graze my skin

Adjusting eyes only see blurred surroundings but closed eyes see you clear

Silence only pierced by thoughts of you whispering in my ear.....

Good morning......

#poetry by #TerrellKMercer #artist unknown #poem #morningmuse #unspoken #spokenfragment #saturdaynightssundaymornings

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#poetry #spokenfragments

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#poetry #spokenfragments #heartcondition #soulconnection #prayingwoman #prayingman

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Yes you read but I decided to record it. When art inspires art to create art. Got to know about this young lady via @goodcurvy and #CurvesOnCanvas

.📸 by @brandenadamsphotography #poem by @spokenfragments #models @ms.yvette_2u and @kingyoshiman #blacklove #loveblack #blackcanvas #spokenfragments #poetry #plusart #spokenword #goodcurvy

https://www.instagram.com/tv/CDfVzcUnhDn/?igshid=194hzhw79lxdt

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#poetry #spokenfragments #photo #spokenword refill #reflections #relationships #reality

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Quite a few will say that the argument of black women don't feel protected is a divisive one. It almost seems for every Black Queen post....there is a Black B post. While we cry outrage over the not guilty verdict of the Breanna Taylor killers....Tory Lanez releases "his truth." Every time a black woman posts the quote about black women being the most disrespected.....a few black males will bring up bitter black women troupes. I am honestly not debating.... I am not being divisive.... i will however cover, love on, encourage and protect black women . Doing so with no expectations....no ulterior motives and no selective type.

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Tomorrow it all goes down as @xclusive_reflections present 2nd annual Smoke N Mirrors Gala..... oooooh wait til you see my mask #host #poet #spokenwordartist #masqueradeparty #fredericksburgva https://www.instagram.com/p/B3Ne-WnBW-2/?igshid=4q3kqmwlpwu0

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#repost The Beauty of You" featuring the artwork of @themokojumbie #spokenfragments #spokenword #effyourbeautystandards https://www.instagram.com/p/B2rxQ61hIfJ/?igshid=ohelcpec85qf

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#spokenfragments #poetry #spokenword https://www.instagram.com/p/B1LzAI4H-c1/?igshid=powtg027tos4

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Dear #creatives never forget the impact your gifts and talents may have on this world. God entrusted you with something that someone will need. You may never meet that person or you may never even hear from them. Yet realize often it's not even about you but who the creator needs you reach. This young lady wrote me concerning my piece "Dear Black Woman." Thank you Tara for reaching out to me and sharing these words. #poetry #spokenfragments #TerrellKMercer #author #spokenword #DearBlackWoman https://www.instagram.com/p/B0y_wz_neFg/?igshid=1dutzz0fimhyj

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Listen to Dear Black Woman by Terrell K. Mercer on #SoundCloud

https://soundcloud.com/terrell-mercer-1/dear-black-woman

#poetry #spokenfragments #DearBlackWoman

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Today she promised that she will speak life over her life...echoed within the reflections in the mirror She would speak affirmations daily louder and clearer She told herself never to play the damsel in distress Flaws don't impair self perception of her beauty and others negativity could matter less And that pain that visits her isnt a deterrent but a reminder A strength enhancer to being a hustler and a grinder Setback to set up for she knows it's only temporary Burdens may seem heavy but she stands thankful for the ones that God won't let her carry The weight of the wait....this is why patience is a virtue This is why every social media update isnt about what she goes thru Dynasty driven....purpose pursuing...needing not your endorsement or permission Showing love and realizing the one looking back at her...is her only competition #poem What You Looking at by #TerrellKMercer #model @divita_inc 📸 by @jhumblefoto https://www.instagram.com/p/BuWmT7RHL9N/?igshid=1leplhc2sceud

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In this repetitive cycle of girl meets boy And girl parts with peace and lasting joy In the midst of heartaches, set ups and sunken faith Where ones once had a craving for love they've now lost all taste Like ewwwwwwwwwwww What was once sweet is now bitter and disgusting Bonds traded for situationships, quick text and mid-sections thrusting Stands you ..... whom secretly I've labeled the embodiment of loves hope The everlasting YES to every naysayers nope The heart that beats to a rhythm all it's own with consistency Forget discovering the missing link...you are mankind's greatest mystery Yet I dont want to solve you.... I want to protect you from the very things that cause you harm I want to shelter you from those raging storms in life until there is calm Every chance I get to remind you that pain doesn't define you and one of your greatest strengths is your self acceptance I won't allow you pour into others while your refills experience negligence I want to be everything you allow me to be nothing less and nothing more Whatever you need me to be....that's what my roles for #poetry #spokenfragments #bonds #connections https://www.instagram.com/p/Bvm2MR4nELK/?igshid=1u7ia3cbbowhq

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Dear black woman Please embrace the magic that overflows from the pit of your very essence Understand there is a reason that a mans words become jumbled while in your presence Know that the misogynistic mentality of a few do not define the multitude....or recommendation for you settle for disrespect in how you are addressed Let it be known whomever company you keep that by proxy of you ....they are blessed Dear black woman Despise not that melanin tone be it butterscotch, almond, deep bronze, olive or midnight black Don't believe the lie your stretch marks exclude you from being a snack You are a delicacy .... the epitome of delectable Hair be it...natural, permed or store bought ...feel free to accept your self defined incredible Dear black woman I don't expect you to be strong because of a cliche ...birthed into a burden Don't doubt your royal delegation...of your queendom be certain Embrace the beauty of you...even if a bit extra is in some areas you don't find endearing Speak life and love over you and ignore all negativity you may be feeling or hearing Subject yourself to affirmations you feel within the depths of your soul Be complete in loving you not relying on no other or others opinions to feel whole Dear black woman Know that you aren't just love but you are loved...and I apologize if you've ever been in a tribe of men and you felt insecure and unprotected I'm sorry for the times you needed us to have your back and you felt neglected Times..... I profess they don't just must ...but they shall change Call this a black man's contractual obligation to saying we shall protect what we value and for us that's you...1 in the same #model @bertina_bertina 📸 by @mareazi_fashion_photographer #melanin #poetry #blackwoman #blackart #spokenfragments #poem written by #TerrellKMercer https://www.instagram.com/p/BwCVjmBHp1Y/?igshid=93zsqozuq8n3

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If my desire for you labels me as thirsty....then call my throat Gobi Parch in your absence...yearning to have you closely Dried tongue becomes when for too long your name hasn't been pressed from these lips Chapped from not feeling your embrace and my hands upon your hips Arid conditions created for your touch upon my flesh has been absent Looking into the depth of your eyes has caused rivers of my emotions to become stagnant This isnt a want...but a need....you are a part of my required dietary sustenance Yearning to have you close by in full 360 of my circumference You are my weakness....my strength ...my critic and my muse You relieve my fatigue when this world has drained me of all use Dried souls can't quench they kill That's why I must consistently sup from your love to be refilled #artwork by @silhouettesnhd #poem by #TerrellKMercer @spokenfragments #love #cravings #thirsty #HamptonRoads #quenchmythirst https://www.instagram.com/p/B0WAEUtno1u/?igshid=12rocu8w1umo3

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#Poem by Terrell K. Mercer #Artwork by David "Moko" James #selflove #selfacceptance #effyourbeautystandards #spokenfragments

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https://soundcloud.com/terrell-mercer-1/first-sons