in the summer room
of one's heart
sits another
basking in the glow
of love's beams,
birds chirp in harmonies
that only two sets of ears hear,
flowers bloom in ravenous colors
all around the open windows
to the sweetly scented air,
and a passionate kiss that hangs
like a morning glory
trumpets the joy
of the season of love
to share such a room
in your heart,
to open it up
not to be trampled on
but gently danced across,
to feel the weight
of a carefree soul
lingering for the pleasure
of sharing you,
and the soft caress
of extra beats that thump
in time to the long
gentle caresses rendered..
it is a tough choice,
a turning point
for those who have been
burned by scorn
and loss before
but what a risk
if you succeed,
what a gain
if it comes true,
what value can be placed on
"I Love You."
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