In that place before sleep,
We slowly match breathing.
Hearts beat as one and
I shape my body to match
Your gently sleeping form.
I feel your warmth and
Taste your soft kiss
Even as your tongue
Gently teases my senses.
I can hear the sound of
Laughter and can see the
Light that radiates from
Azure eyes making me
Think of morning sun,
Warm days, holding hands
Making plans for the day
Or doing nothing at all.
I see that smile that
Always hints of a laugh
Just before bursting forth.
I see lines that form
Around your mouth
When you are upset or
When concerns arise.
In that place before sleep,
We slowly match breathing.
Hearts beat as one and
I hear your voice softly
Whispering I love you
As we thank each other
For the day we spent
In that place before sleep.
We gently match breathing
And I wonder if these are
Afterthoughts of a time we
Spent or simply a forethought
Of time meant to come.