My winged companion guides through my clouds,
No fear of flying in such familiar arms

Standing tall at the summit,
The world lies unimportant at our feet

Egos nourish our cocoon,
And together we grow

'Till my lover breaks free,
Newfound beauty exhilarating

Alas, I remain grounded,
Wings yet to unfurl

Feeble hands reach out,
To a warmth no longer near

Daylight fading, I find myself alone in darkness,
Threatened by every alien sound

Heavy footsteps grow closer,
Starved heart is racing, solo battle a long lost art

Then childish eyes adjust -    
Though strangers, they pose no threat

Watching from afar, I follow their dancing,
My lover haunting every song

Hours pass, day breaks, sun rises,
The festival fades

Mouth dry, and thirsty for intimacy,
I dare advance upon the party

Begging for water or wine,
'Til One is obliged

Holding high a heavy chalice,
Her poison purges my soul

Dulled senses sharpen once more,
My own colours now so visible

The music swells again,
And we dance to the sound of a different tune