I have loved you
In wild, secret places,
Beyond...
In the dark, cold spaces
Where the stars burn.
I have loved you
In the quiet gloaming,
Secret....
Allowing word nor kiss
To pass my lips.
I have loved you
In the roar of battle,
Dreading....
That each bitter moment
Would be your end.
I have loved you
Without hope or wisdom,
Dreaming...
Of what all reason said
Could never be.
I have loved you
Breathless in the sunrise,
Awestruck....
As you, trembling, placed
Your hand in mine.
