intimate

arms around bodies
sweet embraces
pull lifetimes of concerns
far from the mind
with each long hold

heads nest in necks
feelings of soft skin
breath
reminders of life
fragile and delicate

fingers interlocked
joint hands understand
lean into each other
for inside support

legs twined together
wrapped journeys
of great distance
covered with comfort
and careful responsibility
of accompanied steps

toes deeply press
battered and beaten
carry weight
back and forth
as light and heavy dances

lips express
wordless motions
silent peace
sincere pain
subdued passions
intense appreciation
honest communication