Imagination's Pilgrimage

Far from home,

through the flutter of my lashes

I imagine you are there.

My mind conjures your flesh,

your warmth,

the tilt of your head,

the mischief in your eyes,

the desire in your voice -

the way your breath

warms my already flushed skin -

and my moans echo

in an empty room,

and an emptier bed

only kept warm by the knowledge

you will enter again
someday.

I do not shirk

the responsibility I’ve been entrusted.

I will march through the darkest forests;

but I will never deny myself

thoughts of you,

that dance like foxfire through the days,

and burn like holy flame through my nights,

until I reclaim my place in your arms

without memory’s pale intercession. 

Song Choice: Faithfully covered by Amy Whitcomb featuring Kaity Whitcomb

This poem was inspired by A Dash of Sunny's Prompt Nights: Battle of the Bards. Sanaa asked us to take inspiration from a list of classic poets. My choice was William Shakespeare and the following quote from his 27th sonnet:

But then begins a journey in my head

To work my mind, when body’s work’s expired:

For then my thoughts – from far where I abide –

Intend a zealous pilgrimage to thee...

This poem is also linked to the Tuesday Platform over at Imaginary Gardens With Real Toads and Poets United Poetry Pantry #342.