Your words whispered in the dark
Are the balm to my damage heart
I lay there pretending sleep
Listening, hearing, and cultivating each words meaning
The caresses and gentle touches bestowed upon me
Lights the fire within my soul
The kiss you lay upon my head
With a soft I love you
Evokes a sigh from my lips
A sigh you take as contentment in my sleep
I feel your breathing even out
As you fall asleep
I grab your hand
Open my eyes
I love you as well I say softly
As I look upon your sleeping face
My thumb caresses your cheek
I lean down and brush my lips softly against yours
Please never leave I whisper
© Veronica Artino