Follow the Wise Spelunker

Hell is rumored to be a cavernous place below,
with a gaping mouth as its entrance.
that masks stalactites and stalagmites
looming above and below like crocodile teeth.
A winding path leads downward
and as the half-blind soul descends
a distant pinprick of orange light
grows wider and brighter until
the cheeks of the damned one
glow with a rouge of shame.
Would even the bravest spelunker
enter such an unknown mouth?
But the luscious lips of the seducer
hide the perfect articulation of teeth
and entice legions of lonely invitees.
The tempter's mouth is always open
for the tongue of any reckless soul,
then the teeth clench shut and the tongue is gripped,
leaving that seduced soul speechless.
Or perhaps at the orifice farther below,
that organ of furthest seduction,
thighs are locked in place
and legs rendered useless for flight
after a foolhardy plunge
Follow the ways of the wise spelunker,
and leave a note telling
which new opening you're exploring
and always come equipped
with the brightest flashlight,
most accurate compass,
and a long, long lifeline.

Email: Richard Fein

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