by and large

In dreams
In the dark
With eyes open
My Indian woman asks
"How do you love me?"
Words floating nervously
In the space between us
Suspended on waves
Carrying pieces of us
Back and forth
Blurring the lines
Between two selves
Each wave carries us
Together and apart

I love you in all ways
I trust you
I respect you
I defend you
I believe in you
I challenge you
I see you
I enjoy you
I desire you

The moon carries words
On waves
Between two selves

Jess McPherson