i took you in pieces,
my blood orange,
your bright colors
still scattered 'round my bedroom floor
my dog teeth sunk right into you
my swimming fingers peeled you layer by layer
naked, i sucked the life right out of you
your citrus scent still hangs from my high ceilings
the taste of your fruit hides under my tongue
my hands are stained red
shame-faced
and we both know why
i can only call you my blood orange
