Was It?

Was it you

that kissed me

in the darkest part of the night?

Was it the warmth

of your breath

that announced that intention,

with a soft sigh that lingered

long enough for my lips to part

and receive you?

Let me explain a few things.

I have been taught to question my instincts— 

no—even more than that—

I’ve been made to question

simple things, like shapes and colors,

obvious to the youngest school child.

I mistrust joy 

that just lands in my lap,

demanding nothing

but my acknowledgement.

And you, you,

are no simple joy.

Will it be you

there, when I open my eyes

after the dark, dark has passed,

waiting, with another kiss ready for me?

I really do hope so.

Photo by Ryan Young on Unsplash

 

Song Choice: Strong Enough performed by  The Chicks (formerly known as the Dixie Chicks)

This poem was created for the prompt given over at Poets and Storytellers United, Weekly Scribblings #32, I Am Explaining A Few Things