Remembrance...

Mellow and mild a soft wind hisses,
Beckoning me back to white wine kisses,
Purple ribbons round white fences twisted,
Peppermint moons and marshmallow fishes.

An angel's call prompts me thither,
To blue green waters and rushing rivers,
To soft sweet sobs and hot pink faces,
Outstretched arms and warm embraces.

The silky slide of palms o'er tender skin,
Of cobblestone streets and apricot gin,
Headfirst into deepest blue seas,
Letting go of fear and skinning knees.

Your gentle touch makes it all real,
My heart does beat my soul does feel,
My breath draws in all that was scattered,
That I now taste love is all that matters.

Beauty and grace, blend in motion,
Life and breath and heartfelt devotion,
Linger with me lest I forget thee,
Sweet remembrance thy true melody.


christopher cole