Days

There are days when I experience

joys so intense

that I cannot explain

the way the world is so alive

and in my soul and skin

and I sit silently

just to let that energy soak in

And we read the cards today

and cast my fortune

five ways at once

but the answers were no revelation

since I already knew what

they would be

positive & life-affirming

both transcendental and earthly

like you are

and everything

I felt for you was simple

but you and I were complicated

but I didn't walk a tightrope to your heart

and you didn't stand behind masks

moving with unexpected swiftness

causing me to fall

but you caught me just before

I hit the ground

and held my hand

and dried my tears

told me I wasn't crazy

and that you loved me

just the way I was

broken and scarred

full of imperfections

with my soul seeping out

and I am nearly repaired

and you are so lovely and gentle

that I cannot believe

someone so kind could ever

offer me such protection

and reassurance

bringing me peace

in a way

No man before you 

ever did

                                                                                           ily, 2002