Emphasis on the “Homo”
Let’s workshop this poem about how certain bodily discharges might suggest, in contrast to many who find homosexuality so “unnatural,” a deep annal of male-male pounding among primates.
Emphasis on the “Homo” That rectal gelatin after sex with his wife, that mucus jelly sharted onto wall and floor enough in postnut piss to know to guard the o-ring with tissue before bearing down— so that has nothing to do with any history of simians taking mating males from behind?
"Emphasis on the 'Homo'" grapples with the complexities and ambiguities of human sexuality, particularly the discomfort and latent curiosities surrounding male anal pleasure and its evolutionary underpinnings. The poem opens with a visceral image of "rectal gelatin after sex," a vivid and graphic depiction that immediately centers the reader's attention on the physical aftermath of intimate encounters. The term "mucus jelly sharted onto wall and floor" not only shocks with its crude imagery but also serves to highlight the often unspoken or taboo aspects of sexual experiences that deviate from heteronormative expectations.
The second stanza's mention of "postnut piss" and the caution to "guard the o-ring with tissue before bearing down" provides a raw and candid glimpse into the mundane yet specific details of male bodily functions following sexual release. This depiction challenges the sanitized narratives of sex, especially in contexts that involve anal penetration or related activities, often dismissed or considered shameful in many cultures. By focusing on these moments, the poem disrupts conventional discourse, pushing the reader to confront their own preconceptions about sexuality, hygiene, and the body.
The concluding lines introduce a provocative inquiry into evolutionary behavior: "so that has nothing / to do with any history of simians / taking mating males from behind?" Here, the poet draws a speculative connection between human sexual practices and potential behaviors observed in our evolutionary relatives, the primates ("simians"). The question suggests a possible continuity or evolutionary echo in human sexual behaviors that might be derived from non-reproductive, dominance-establishing acts observed in the animal kingdom, especially among certain primate species. By doing so, the poem invites a contemplation of whether aspects of human sexuality that are often stigmatized or marginalized could have roots in broader evolutionary and biological frameworks.
"Emphasis on the 'Homo'" thus serves as a complex exploration of human sexuality's undercurrents, merging graphic realism with speculative evolutionary psychology. It challenges readers to reconsider the boundaries of what is deemed natural or acceptable in sexual expression, opening a dialogue about the biological, social, and psychological dimensions of human desire.
Overall, this piece is about the visceral, almost primal connection between human sexual experiences and our evolutionary past, focusing on the raw imagery and the provocative inquiry it raises. "Emphasis on the 'Homo'" thrusts us into a stark, unfiltered portrayal of post-coital reality: the "rectal gelatin after sex" and "mucus jelly sharted onto wall and floor" evoke a physicality that is both raw and unapologetically human. The language used here captures the messy aftermath of intimacy, bringing to light the body's functions that are often hidden or sanitized in discourse. The reference to "postnut piss" and the careful guarding of the "o-ring with tissue" suggest a learned behavior, an almost ritualistic response to the body's natural expulsion processes post-intercourse. This brings forth a striking question—one that challenges our understanding of human sexuality and its roots: does this deeply corporeal experience have "nothing to do with any history of simians taking mating males from behind?" The poem pushes us to consider the biological and perhaps evolutionary connections between human sexual behaviors and those observed in our primate relatives. By invoking "simians" and their mating practices, the piece suggests a continuity or a shared lineage of sexual expression that spans back to our earliest ancestors. The poem juxtaposes contemporary sexual realities with primal instincts, blurring the line between civilized norms and animalistic drives, ultimately questioning the extent to which our behaviors are influenced by our evolutionary heritage.
An exploration of human sexuality and evolutionary psychology, "Emphasis on the 'Homo'" confronts societal taboos surrounding male anal pleasure and challenges notions of what constitutes natural sexual behavior.
human sexuality, male anal pleasure, evolutionary psychology, taboo, human behavior, body functions, primate behavior, societal norms, natural behavior, sexual stigma, biological evolution.