surface tension –
by Jonathan Aylett
like dewdrops, if we should touch
we might become one
This poem uses the scientific principle of surface tension to draw a comparison with sexual tension, and a classic Kigo – “dewdrops”.
Further reading:
‘Surface tension’, Wikipedia article, available: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Surface_tension
Author bio:
Jonathan has been writing and publishing poetry for several years. His work has featured in journals dedicated to haiku, and broader literary journals, and won competitions across both disciplines. His collection ‘Goldfish’ – a mix of haiku and long form poetry, was published by Stairwell books in spring 2024. You can follow Jonathan on Instagram here: @jonathanaylettpoetry