Soul Mates First I was skeptical Raising up my walls from within Ordering myself not to fall Mindful, cautious, afraid, alert Time passed Herding my emotions, Closer to the edge Elevating my awareness, To what my heart speaks Desire, passion, excitement, electric Effacing the barriers Pausing for nothing Throwing myself into deep waters Hopeful, vulnerable, weak, willing Surprising myself Overcome by your love Falling so readily, so completely Mystified, overwhelmed, fulfilled, free Yearning for a future Secure and safe in your arms Over any rough seas Unabated, optimistic, aching, alive Loving you entirely Dragontears�2005 Where do you wish to go? Home Index Poetry Index