Elixir of Love

By Teri Dourmashkin

In "Elixir of Love: Versus To Mend the Soul," the poet invites readers to explore the depths of their hearts, to embrace their humanity with all its flaws and beauty, and to find solace and strength in love's transformative power.
This collection is a tribute to the resilience of the human spirit, a celebration of the capacity to love and be loved, and an ode to the healing journey each of us undertakes in the quest for wholeness and fulfillment.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Teri Dourmashkin
• Release date: Jan 10, 2024
• ISBN: 9798224931897

Teri Dourmashkin

Dr. Teri Dourmashkin, Ed.D., is the founder of a minimalist skincare line, known for its natural ingredients and handcrafted batches. Alongside her skincare expertise, she is a passionate poet, blending beauty and wellness in both her professional and creative pursuits. terilove.com

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You touch me so deeply without fingertips.

Your voice penetrates down to my core.

Your words of love I lusciously sip.

My imagination begs for much more.

Melted chocolate drips slowly let us explore.

I reflect on my life so stormy so blue.

A family cowering in fear just withdrew.

Moments of intimacy all gone askew.

Never the words uttered, I love you.

I've grown from my pain's wildflowers renewed.

Drench me in kindness sweet morning dew.

I traveled so far endless dark days.

Rugged terrain aches through and through.

I climb every mountain my mind in a maze.

I don't want pity or sympathy it's true.

Healing so fragile a delicate bouquet.

I am a warrior my strength is renewed.

I see you; I feel you a dream in a mist.

Come into my heart gaze into my face.

Tender thoughts linger I cannot resist.

To love is to honor to hold and to grace.

Sultry slow dance seductive deep kiss.

Come capture my body my soul awaits.

Love yourself a little more every day.

We are all broken in a myriad of ways.

We do not need to be perfect to be loved.

Let's bath in our glory sweet sacred doves.

Breathe in your