A Clearing
often when you’re away
a calm settles over me
I’m filled with a warmth
a peace
a joy that is my love for you
the storm clouds of anger
part
the fog of life’s distractions
dissipates
the veil of pride
of insecurity
lifts
I see with great clarity
how real
my love for you
how true
my bond of fidelity
how remarkable
our relationship
how certain
I would give my life for you
in these precious moments
emotions overwhelm me
I vow I will share with you
the depth of these feelings
holding nothing back
baring all
then that fog creeps back
I am again shrouded by insecurity
by frail bruised ego
courage stumbles
precious opportunity fades
expressions of love falter
foolishly
I fall mute
so my love
forever see these words
as a clearing
where you alone can visit
to be nurtured
a private
wonderful place
you alone can go
to truly know
these treasures in my heart
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rob kistner © 2018