Love Poem by lalitha iyer

When I shut my eyes
and writhe in pain
as my heart heaves to leave
Oh my love, come to my side
gently kiss me without pride
for deep do I sink into the slide
Love me to wipe my tears
lessen the pain of my years
aged, as I reflect still
you, your voice and your smiles
slowly fondle my bruises
I wonder if you were among the stars
that send messages at silent darks
when the world is asleep
as I weep
I do wonder if you were there
The hours of joy we beguiled
the hearts of humour we pried
What is love? Do lovers love
or do they mate with missions intend
Lustless love is dusted free
in thy eyes gems sparkle
portrayals of past miracles

Love is the Rhythmn
that links births and rebirths
fluting my frail body to sing
forget the agonies of strings
its the aroma of fertility
perfume of positive energy
the kiss of God on hungry hearts.