this is my love
and I get to say how I love
and when I love
and if I love
you, my love, are the recipient
not the definer of the way
the how and the when
it’s mine to give
mine to hold and to cherish
if it ’s too much for you
if your tolerance for love is low
and your ability to throw-back-love
is high
what can I say
maybe you are allergic to love
do you itch, clam up
does your throat ache
your heart pound like someone racing
racing away from danger
is it vulnerability you fear
is your heart wild
is it unused, was it abused for so long
what is that song I hear
you chose for me
the lyrics say
how do I make you feel my love
with words, I say
and promises to be kept
and tender care
and connection without fear
openness without danger
stop-attack-back
love leans in, let go
try it, my love
try it
© Lynda Filler 2015
Lynda Filler 