watching you walk across the room

is never a mundane daily vision

when we are together

are moments i cherish most

if i am on some errand

butter, milk or bread

there is not an aisle empty of you

not a single breath i take

or heartbeat

existing without you therein

as i walk in my quest

stopping now and then

to visit the gallery in my heart

to gaze upon you

where life has left me a portrait

working in the garden

crafting in your room 

bringing me your chocolate-coffee

you're kissing my wedding ring

and saying goodnight

the sorceress in the kitchen

my one moment of longing

is only when i reach for the unsalted butter

and in the door your reflection is absent

it is then i remember that first reflection

closing the door 

taking you into my arms

fulfilling the hunger in my lips for yours

it was when you fully understood

there would be moments within existence

when my universe holds only you

2/9/19