A love so beautiful

(Inspired by a painting by Andrea Braun)

His kiss feels like soft sunlight on her face
and an inferno of warmth from their embrace
streams through their fragile bodies.

Both briefly close their eyes
and wish for time to stand still
and for the sun to maintain her spell.

But both know that their love
will be defined by this moment
and holding on is also letting go…

© 2022 Selwyn Milborrow