Lover's Lament

Written in 2004.

I feel your breath light upon my neck-
I turn around but no one's there

I feel your lips brush softly against mine-
I close my eyes but the moment's gone

I feel your fingers gently stroking my skin-
I reach for you but all I catch is air

I love, I need, I long for you
To taste your kiss, to hear your voice

Grant me only this, one last lover's wish
As desire stirs deep within my heart

Whisper soft my name
Let it linger sweet upon your lips

Love me, kiss me, fill my senses
One final glorious time

Touch me, hold me, fall asleep in my arms
You'll disappear again with dawn's first light

I know that Time changes us all
But one thing I vow will never change

I'll never stop loving you
I'll wait as long as I must

For you to love me as I love you.