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// p o e t r y
Awestruck
by Lauren Merryfield
A tingling chill
running through me.
Pleasant shudder,
reactive flesh; the nerve,
arousing limbic,
reminiscent connection.
This rush of dopamine;
a temporary hit.
Stimulating melody like
Frisson meets Florence
and her machine.
Sympathetic extremes
overcome, intertwine.
Taken aback, to a moment,
defying the illusion of time.
Hijacking the senses,
triggering; emoting.
Struck by awe.
about the author // Lauren Merryfield
| Lauren Merryfield (she/her) is a Canadian poet from Calgary, Alberta. Passionate about the power of words, she writes to express the depth of her emotions. Her poetry often explores themes of relationships—both real and imagined, past and present—capturing the complexities of human connections. Lauren draws inspiration from nature, particularly water and mountains, which deeply resonate with her spirit and creativity. She aims to connect with readers on an emotional level, using her unique voice to convey the beauty and intricacies of life’s experiences. |
Instagram: @laur_enough
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