In this cold winter night
I keep you warm in my mind
closer than anyone can be
I feel you inside of me
don’t ever think you’re alone
because with me, you’re home

Did you find me waiting
In the creases of your thoughts?
Did you see me holding my breath
Until your eyes would find mine
Did you sense me at the edge of your touch
Craving for your hands to hold me?

There you were
Without warning
Breaking down all of my
carefully built barriers
Melting them away
with tender words
and determination
With warm smiles
and inquisitive mind
Mirror and warmth
Teacher and lover
and so much more

You came into my life
Like a whirlwind
And left as a storm
Leaving me open
Changed and dazed
The connection there
So strong and pure
Wrecking me and
Making me anew
However short you were here
Your impact will last
Forever
Beyond boundaries
And time
Thank you