ocean edge

sometimes i forget
that you did not ask
for my love
my body
my everything possible
these i reluctantly offered to you
perfect treasures in my palm
i shyly proffered with eyes downcast
not sure you would recognize their worth...
you took me by my other hand
and led me to the oceans edge
we watched herons entwined
and listened to the natural harmonies
of life and i loved.