she feels the ruby red flush across her lips
for in these moments, her quest remains motionless
she has conquered all
for the heat of the poison demands her attention
she puckers
for the sun has finally broken the facade
she is no longer alone
for a new day has come.
*This poem was inspired by the women who dare to wear Maneater, an Always on Matte Liquid Lipstick by Smashbox Cosmetics.
Janet Diane White 