Dominick Reed Jr.

New You 

The two of you, 

within the capture of a single moment,

have given all lovers a glimpse into a kind of 

love that showcased such 

raw emotion. 

Let this frame be a trophy, a prize

to show any naysayer that your 

marriage has not died. 

Will it be the living room?

Perhaps the fire mantle?

Surely, a suitable place to idle 

such sweet spoils.

Let it be known that it was the craft of 

my lens, the angle of my full shot, 

that presented a power couple of the new. 

Let it be known that it was my skill that brought 

a look into love, that truly could 

conquer. 

Fixing Us 

Maybe renewing our vows would finally 

put everything back in place. 

Surely the family won’t be satisfied 

with a few joyous pictures. 

We must prove to them that we are 

perfect. 

It’s okay, 

I know I can do better, 

I can do better for you, 

please. 

I got that new makeup set, 

It cleared up last night’s mistakes 

just fine. 

It’s okay— it’s not your fault— I should of never 

yelled at you. 

But it’s okay— 

the photographer didn’t even notice— 

I managed 

to conceal the left side of my face. 

He even said that we, 

“Showcased such raw emotion.”

We can be fixed— I know we can— 

I’ve gathered all my pieces, 

And surrendered to you.