i know he loves me
rough edges softened
by the warmth of his (embrace)
today—no roses bloom
but the scent of comfort lingers
in the (kitchen)
where he stirs remnants
of our lives

he is weary
yet still he moves
faithful, loyal, honest—
not traits you come by easily
these days
quiet strength in
chaos
i’m only human
and today
all i desire is the hush
of blankets
the gentle rhythm of our bodies entwined

i still want him
the man who has held my heart
through seasons of silence
in the way he bites
at my neck
the tender brush of his hands
i discover echoes of my worth
each touch—a reminder
a spark illuminating years
of feeling unseen

in the stillness
we find our refuge
two souls stitched together
in soft whispers
and shared breaths
creating a sanctuary
where love is enough
to fill the empty spaces