September 12, 2024

I know a love

They say that love is soft

Like willows blown by trees

that ebb and flow with grace

and bathe in sunlight


They say that love is beautiful

Like a flower freshly bloomed

that blinks into the summer

perfuming all who pass


They say that love is precious

Like a diamond freshly set

reflecting the sparkles

in the viewer's eyes


But I know a different love


I know a love that growls

standing majestic and muscled

That protects and paces fiercely

That devours and delights


I know a love that bruises

knees bloodied, standing still

Wiping sweat with dirt from brow

To step back in and fight


I know a love that burns

With heat to rival stars

Whose light reaches far

And guides through darkest night


I know a love that's silent

That waits and listens close

That whispers truth and smiles

That doesn't need to shout


The love I know is strong

And so am I 


But you want easy