Your eyes were the ones that sealed the deal
Your eyes alone captured me indefinitely
Never will I escape this prison of serenity
No need for a key, for I will forever remain
Within your embrace I am at home
Your lips caress my skin
As I breathed the words I feel
You heighten my every sense
You release life's pressures
You are a treasure, a pleasure to know
A pleasure to have and to hold
I gave into convention when I met you
Before I was blind, but now you make me see
A beautiful life lays in front of me, for once
You gave me your time and understanding
You gave me experience
You gave me hope
Hope for another day
To feel okay
To feel loved
Wanted and treasured

Cody Shull, 2018