Poetic Imprint

 You embody the poetry that drips from my tongue, to my pen, then onto my pages-

Exploring every corner like a dimly lit hallway I'm enticed down.

My body buzzes with feelings of euphoria, as everything slowly unfolds.

I devour the feeling and quench this need for discovering all of you.

There is something so beautiful about really digesting each moment as it breathes life.

I soak it up, trying to imprint your energy into mine- so that I never forget.

I could never forget you, and I truly hope there's not a day that I'll even have to try to.

You are so familiar yet intriguing - like, I already know you, but I'm learning every thing about you as each second ticks by.

I'm enjoying every minute of it, savoring it like your kiss on my lips.

A chrysalis cracks open to unveil the endless possibilities of what could be, what should be, what will be. 

It's like a universe is being born right before our eyes- swirls of stardust keep us coming back consistently to watch the tango it does.

Delicate and strong, our energies merge- slowly fading the lines of where one begins and the other ends. I want to melt into you so that you can taste the intricacies of my heart and soul.

Here I am,

Here I'll wait-

Patiently,

Because I know in divine timing we will be;

Exactly where we're meant to be. 

For now, I enjoy the journey- as I will for each one we'll take. Every twist, every turn, every new adventure and place discovered.

This slow dance with you has been so peaceful, calming and playful- my heart is full of the purest cut bliss. 

I couldn't come down from this high, if I tried.

Hopes

Your sweetness permeates my soul,

Like a monsoon rain, does a barren valley.

I can't help but notice the petrichor,

And I'm instantly transported to the feeling of "home"

I take you in, like I'm enjoying this experience for the very first time, every time.

I don't ever want to miss a moment, so I try my best to not blink.

I could soak in your radiance for endless days, and still crave more-

It seems, you bring out the best in me.

I love myself when I'm with you; I feel the most authentic.

It's like hiding my quirks is no longer an option- you simply love my weird, and I want to share it with you. 

There is a list of endless memories I want to create with you, so let me list a few: 

I want to dance in a rainstorm, barefoot on the asphalt, on a hot summer day with you.

I want to experience the mundane of traveling with you- something as simple as falling asleep on your shoulder on a plane... While, simultaneously seeing the world.

I want to take a roadtrip with you, and get lost because we were singing out hearts out to early 2000s music and getting caught up in lyrics and laughter.

I want to kiss you on a train, in a city, and feel the people around us melt away, because in that moment all I feel is you.

I want to take you to Flekkefjord and show you where the mountains meet the sea. I'll take your hand and walk you to the edge, to show you just how beautiful you truly are, with your reflection.

I want to pick sunflowers with you in the spring and apples with you in the fall.

I want you to meet my dad, my brother, and my step-mom - I'm sure you'd win them over instantly with your charm and pure heart.

I want to cook for you, and take care of you, in all of the ways your heart desires... and then some. 

The list goes on, but I'll hold other hopes close. 

So for now, I'll bask in the moment, and be open to whatever may come our way.

Mirror

 There she was again,

But this time- in a place where my roots grew,

A place that felt like "Home,"

A place that brought tears of joy to my eyes. 

Bouncy curls, bundled in a little puffy winter outfit.

My beautiful daughter. 

She stood exactly where I stood, years earlier. 

Looking at her reflection in the same glass-like water that I saw mine. 

And then,

A solo duck- heading right toward her. 

I hear her giggle as she crouches down to talk to the "ducky" 

My heart explodes. 

The image is identical to my experience, yet this beautiful little soul is living it right here in front of me. 

Again, 

I feel peace,

I feel love,

I feel at home with my little family, in my homeland. 

A gentle yet firm grip grabs my hand,

Then a warm kiss on my cheek. 

Again, 

My forever partner,

With our daughter...

I can only hope these manifest.

Puzzling

 Sweet angel, 

Let me revel in your cotton candy aura for as long as you'll let me,

Let me quench my thirst with your cup that runneth over,

Your kind touch and gentle acts engulf the spirit of me.

You are teaching me about my soft side and ability to receive.

Let's dance along the clouds and sing until our breath runs out-

Let's exchange playful glances and electrifying touch.

Bring me to the edge of ecstacy, as you often do- leaving my body buzzing with bliss.

Tease my mind as you let me taste bits of your soul, giving me just enough flavor to want to dive in more.

You, my dear

Are something special.

Something magnificent-

Something worth holding onto. 

A rare gem in this tainted & jaded world-

You shine brighter than Cassiopeia and Orion's belt-

And I'd wish upon a shooting star, but I'm convinced you're the one I'd need to wish upon...

And how could I possibly wish upon you, for you?

Your embrace makes the world fade, and I am left with the moment -

Melting into the beautiful fact that these moments, are our shared reality.

Every moment that passes, I discover a new piece of you-

Puzzling together the pieces through patience and intrigue.

The vivid picture, slowly coming into focus-

If I squint, I can start to make out it's entirety,

And babe, it's so fucking divine.

Like Goddess herself painted it, and held onto it for quite some time-

Until the moment was right,

And now, she gifts us this adventure of a lifetime.

Looking down, smiling, saying:

"Now's finally the right time."

Butterfly Garden

 Her beautiful brown eyes, 

Staring up at me with love, excitement and intrigue.

Short curls bounced around her face- 

She lets go of my pinky-

Walking ahead of me with eyes wide open and ready to take in the wonder.

Three or four years old, 

Innocence is her aura.

Butterflies swirling around, a crisp spring air- 

Short and sweet- a brief moment captured in my memory.

Feeling blissful, calm, and so incredibly at peace-

Right exactly where I was meant to be. 

The overwhelming feeling of family and home.

A blue butterfly lands on her precious little nose,

A giggle and a smile as she looks back up at me-

My heart is stolen by this little girl;

My daughter-

My forever partner by my side-

Drop In

 Open up,

Give in,

Let go,

Experience. 

Me,

You,

Us.

This.

Magic.

Trust,

Lust,

Possible love-

Explore,

Catch,

Drop in,

Peace.

Bliss,

Laughter,

Pure energy.

Playful,

Supportive,

Warmth.

A journey of a lifetime.

Too Much

 I am not "too much"

Maybe I say "too much"

I can't keep my tongue from spilling my guts.

Then I spiral and overthink,

That maybe my weirdness is "too much" and simply should be reeled in-

But I crave sharing it all,

Because there is something that makes me feel safe to authentically express- even if it is "too much"-

But maybe,

I'll take the tiniest step back, keep closer some of the magic- because I want you to trust that I'm not "too much" but simply "enough"