you walked in so late at night
and didn’t even ask for water
(you never drink anything although i always offer),
fell asleep in my arms and rolled away without my noticing,
with the dawn silently slipped away
like you said you would
and i pretended to still be sleeping
though i said i would wake from your stirring.

when i awoke i saw your imprint
and thought how unfitting we are,


and still i missed your presence,
your smooth skin and wounded fingers