I smile as she reaches out to touch a butterfly.

The happiness on her face makes me want to give her anything she desires

Yet she doesn�t ask for much.

I smile as she looks across the campfire at me.

The tenderness in her eyes is there for me to see at anytime.

Yet I can never find the words to tell her how I feel.

I smile as she gently touches me.

The compassion on her face makes my heart ache, knowing the things I've done.

Yet she never judges me for what I was, only for who I am.

I smile as I watch her write.

The concentration in her frown makes my stomach flutter

Yet I haven�t found the courage to ask her to read me a story about me.

I smile as her Inner Light shines brightly in my darkness.

The goodness in her heart makes my soul light.

Yet I have still to find a way to thank her for being my guide.

I smile as she looks at me and says 'I love you, Xena'

The honesty in her voice makes every part of me euphoric.

And I know that together, we are� Love.