Always is a long time
Hot days of August with hints in the air of September,
We stood near the waters edge arm in arm watching
The sun, glistening, pale red, falling behind tall
Forests of pine trees circling the lake banks, silence closed
Around us like a veil pulled loosely over a
Bride’s face, you whispered that you would love me always.
Always is a long time.
Strangers walked past us in the field. Over by the house sounds
Of laughter filled the space between the music like
Waves crashing on a beach. Feeling the sounds, we walked
Through an open door, searching the faces for your brother.
The smell of alcohol, sweat, and barbecue. We
Taste moonshine from a mason jar. My lust became
Intense emotion. You
Danced. Others in the room became bewitched. Your sensual
Display unleashed wanton jealousy. Wanting you
More than ever. The heat, the alcohol drove me
Mad. I turned outside the door. You called my name, begging please
Stop. We kissed, forever together, lost in time,
Thoughts of love always, memories, a younger time
Always is a long time.