In its original sense:
to shape with the hands—
how you draw the line
of your lover’s jaw
from neck to chin;
how she leans into your palm
as you wipe a tear
from the corner of her eye
with your fingertip.
Remember this,
when the clay dries,
when the glaze cracks.
Image: SwapnIl Dwivedi on Unsplash
Published: The Pierian, Issue 1.3, February 2023
Sweet and Bitter Greens 
Fantastic!
Thank you so much, Bob.
excellent!
Beautiful!
Thank you so much, Worms!