Saturday in Lent 1 - 2017

Beside Each Other

Remember that second night?

We were too tired for lovemaking,

both of us exhausted

(so many nights of unfulfilled yearning).

We kissed, cuddled, and crashed.

That night I did not hold you in my arms;

we lay beside each other—

free, happy, unafraid, content—

and slept

nine long delicious hours.

This morning, recalling

that night of utter peace

I unclasped my arms

from the beloved pillow,

lay beside it, my cheek touching,

and smiled.

Better not to control

the uncontrollable—

none can—

so I rested

imagining you resting

free

happy

unafraid

content

and I breathed the morning air

grateful for the time

our hearts made love

as we slept.

Lovemaking is associated with sabbath, so for this Saturday I thought I would toss one in.  It's my own (© me).  And I think I shall refrain from commentary.

--the BB