In Dreams

yearning vs. fear

In dreams I‘ve held you
In my arms and close to my heart,
Brushed my mouth across your soft cheek.
Why do I have to be so weak?

In dreams I’m not afraid
To take a chance, say what I feel,
Place my hand where your heart lies.
But awake, why can’t I look in your eyes?

I wake in a sweat
To discover I’m alone, wanting you
Lying next to me, close enough to touch.
I’m not supposed to love you this much.