Love II

Why do the words: "I love you." scare me and you so much?
What is the definition that we have attatched to them?
Does it mean a loss of ourselves? 
If so I already feel lost when I gaze in your eyes...
Does it mean being tied down with no freedom?
I think not as I fly like a butterfly when you are near...
It can't mean loss of friends,
As mine have become yours and yours mine..
Does it mean a loss of anything?
It can't, for I have not lost anything and have gained all...
It can't mean a loss of self reliance..
For I know I can still count on myslef.. it's more fun shareing...           
So what is the reason for delaying saying it?
Sharing thoughs without speaking..
Feeling your hand on mine as I drive..
Hearing the sound of your voice in my ear...
Glances and smiles which say so much...
Sharing.. Caring.. Feeling.. Desiring..
I love you!

29 Dec. 1992


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