When the caress of his hand
tightens over mine
I stop and turn to see
the light of truth in his eyes.
Expectation in mine burns
low and warm
as I tremble with emotion,
feeling raw and exposed.
At the joining of our lips
my heart catches fire,
takes a leap, and freefalls
landing safe and
secure in his arms.
-Michelle Stradford 2018
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PoetryA collection of poems and prose moving through the phases of love. Dedicated to those who feel fiercely and yet thrive whether loving, hurting or letting go.
