In My Arms

I ache to hold you closer
                        as I cradle you in my arms
                        My hands through your soft hair
                        with my fingertips
                        I count the strands
                        and then back again
                        Still once more
                        for time does not resist
                        my softest touch
                        upon your brow

                        I study your sleeping silhouette
                        Your breathing is steady, content
                        Your heart beats its rythm with my
                        mind's whispers to your sleeping thoughts
                        Feel my strength combined with yours
                        Understand my words are true
                        Believe what you already know...
                        My love...just imagine...

                        I lean down gently
                        to kiss you ever so lightly
                        My breath barely exhales
                        as your skin like velvet
                        warms to my lips
                        My sweetest smile lingers
                        Oh to be awake and alive
                        Dreams cannot come close to
                        loving you in my arms