Crimson Hearts

Before hearts sync the eyes must meet

The soul stirs after hearts awake

A smile awakes the yearning to couple

A couple forms after spirits dance as one

One love unites

Two lives conjoin

One heart carries a second beat inside

Inside it grows with love that awaits it on the outside

The outside is where the hard work lies

Hearts are never whole for first they must divide

Then hearts await until they are joined—together forever—on the other side

I was trying really hard to write a much more upbeat poem for Valentine’s Day, but this is the road where I was consistently led—so I let go of my expectations and just let it be. They say the heart cannot be commanded, well I see neither can a writer’s will. I hope you all enjoyed your day, whether romantically coupled or alone with your awaiting heart.

HAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY!