A flower has bloomed Amidst the chill of winter How fitting it seems, Getting to know you As the season changes. My tears dried and cracked Staining my newly blushing cheeks as your voice lulls My aching heart into remission. Two adults, now young again Testing the waters of friendship How sweet it tastes to a dried mouth, these words of affection . you've freed this heart Too long in a cage Now ready to take flight Taking me to new heights Blooming once again