I Waited Long

I waited long among the dew of morning grass and day anew, arising in the place we played where hasty promises were made; our tender hearts to each we threw. So we could naive vows renew; and others from our minds eschew; among dawn's chorus, here I stayed. I waited long. Soft downy skin, a dress askew I can recall each inch of you places where our fingers strayed. Last eve with deadly fire, we played then panting breath, a sweet adieu; I waited long.