In Sync

I awaken here,

my head upon your shoulder

to start a new day---

and the song of your heart beats

in perfect rhythm with mine


You sleep undisturbed
 
unaware that I watch you

My heart fills with love

for the boy I once married

and for the man you are now





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For SandyIvy Davis' contest: Love and Marriage Tanka
Copyright © | Year Posted 2012

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Dietrich Avatar
October 29, 2012 at 3:37 PM
love this!! you are a lucky gal.
Poet Avatar
October 20, 2012 at 11:16 AM
Love this soothing and romantic Tanka very much Carrie.Best wishes to you.
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