River Burns

Are you the response in this river that leads Out, Away from the trash in the trees You know the ones we can’t see for the logs, Around the fireplace Steps to the kitchen Locks on the door Lead me to where you want us to be … Take my hand and give me your kiss Hold me closer than you ever dreamed. A bright light of promise I perceive Excitement shelved right behind my eyelids Waiting here, Do you feel this like I do? You lay across my mind Each time with a memory of another day or evening’s dimly disguised blushing, Sharing the shadows Wrapped around the thought of maybe again, with you Walking with the knowledge of how I want to Craving the courage …