Suffused in Sunshine

A subtle smile appears 

Across my face

Throughout the day;

I needn't a reason 

Other than 

Thoughts of you. 

I steal time with you 

At work, at lunch, the store...

Anywhere and everywhere 

I'm able to daydream.

It is as though 

I am suffused in sunshine

Despite the rain and clouds.

You'll find me reminiscing 

Over vivid moments --

The delicate nature 

Of your touch,

Your fingers tracing

My back, my shoulders, 

Your eyes fixed on mine.

I think about your kiss;

The way you hold me,

Nearer than 

I remember being held.

I think about your smile 

And how your laughter 

Transforms you into a boy.

I think about your eyes;

Even you can't tell me

What color they are.

And I, long to breathe the air

Expelled from your lips

While we sleep --

Our bodies intertwined,

Not a sliver of space 

Between us;

I crave the electric joy  

That surges through me

When I open my eyes

To find you next to me. 

© 2013 Helena Malheur

L.A.