Lines in the Flesh
One Gentle Touch
You lay your head on my chest
I run my fingers through your hair
You know it's my favorite thing to do
I feel your body relax and it feels as if you melt into me
I lightly trace my finger along your face
I love the way your skin feels
But your eyes are my favorite
I lightly trace over your eyebrows
As I stare at your rested eyes
Then my gaze travels over the rest of your face
Seemingly memorizing every little feature
Your voice rings out, your eyes still closed
You tell me how fast my heart is racing
But who could blame me?
My mind wanders to thoughts I shouldn't have
Guarded is what I should be
But when you look up at me
I can't help but smile
Those thoughts disappear
All I can see is you.
About the Creator
Mercedes Chavez
Come with me, lets go on an adventure together, see the world through my eyes, let me paint a picture with my words, I promise you will be able to feel what I felt the first time I experienced it. Love, sadness and everything in between.
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Congrats on Top Story! :)
This poem moved me deeply and felt incredibly real.So touching💕✨
Congratulations on your top story.
And congratulations on top story!
Beautifully written, Mercedes! It brings a calming imagery that I think we all know and long for... A soothing thing that both puts us entirely at peace, but also makes our heart skip. You captured it beautifully!
Beautiful work!!
Very romantic 💘 so cute and intimate
You go girl!!! Love it!! 🙌❤️