Overcome

Lying here cuddled with you 

I am overwhelmed 

Inhaling the scent of you 

Absorbing the warmth of you 

Swimming in the gentle roar of your breathing 

Adoring the soft touch of your fingers 

Feeling your skin next to mine 

 

In this stillness 

Fervor  rises once again 

Desire is sated 

And reborn in every touch 

Passion explodes 

And rekindles in every kiss 

Want empties  out 

And refills  in every caress 

 

I know love is a feeling 

I know it is supposed to be intangible 

I also know I feel it against me 

I breathe it in like rain-soaked earth 

I taste it, sweet and unending as honey 

I am compassed by it 

I hear it like the crescendo of a symphony  

I see it sparkling in your eyes 

And in mine 

I am assailed 

My heart races 

Unguarded 

And I surrender 

Completely 

Instantly 

© Ron Simpson Jr. 

June 14, 2025