Passion

Is it candle time again? 
Tall, regal, pale columns of wax 
in every corner 
marking the sense of occasion; 
smooth globes, glossily sensual, 
resting in porcelain dishes, 
perfumed floating lily-candles 
that throw tiny spotlights upon their watery vista, 
scenting the air with a lusty profusion 
to further bestir the senses. 
Say it is time. 
Bring the sparkling wine 
and you. 
I will pour droplets of neroli oil 
into the breathy water 
and lie immersed, watching you 
watching me. 
Say it is time. 
Please do.

Candle Time