How to Destroy Angels

Respect him as you would a man.
Don't avert your eyes or,
From them let tears of joy.
Hold and only smile slightly,
Bring doubt to his glory.

Clip his bright wings then,
With the earthiest stare.
Do not give yourself freely,
Teach him the trade of your favor.

Do not accept his love,
Without questioning his worth.
Ask him how you can live,
On his love alone.
Ask him for proof.

Slip then his halo down,
Passed furrowed and golden brow.
Squeeze until you feel,
His breathy chorus of sighs,
Tighten around your finger.

His wings he has traded,
For your salvation, hurry-
Before they wither so,
Polish his feathers gently.

Now look before you.
Gaze upon your Angel.
Who believes himself to be,
Now simply a Man.

How to Kill a Man?

Remind him simply,
Of when he was beautiful.

(1/24/2008 3rd Draft)