Side by Side

An early morning dream
Half forgotten, half remembered
Side by side they stood
Arms, hands and fingers interwoven
Skin's warmth shared
Moist breath exchanged

Their eyes met, their gaze held
"I love you" he said
"I know you do" she replied
"I love you too"
Silence descended once more
They had no need for words
Their bodies said it all

© Robert Ford 1998