Embraces

I walked across the room
Towards you
We spoke few words
But all was understood
I gazed into your eyes
And was lost in their never-ending beauty
You extended your arms to me
And more than willingly, I conceded
You held me close and tight
I felt your heart beat
I felt you breathe
I felt every rib and muscle
Up against me
I wished it could have gone on forever
But you slowly moved away
Even though, you are no longer
Near me,
My head still rests upon your shoulder
And my soul
Wrapped in the sweet embraces
Of your arms.

 

 

1989