Light in the Cave

I love you, I think

I think because there is

A small dark hole right here,

In the center,

Small on the surface,

But grandiose underneath

Dry and full of coal dust

I am taking comfort in the sound

Of my own voice snaking off the walls

Wrapping around me like a thin fleece blanket

I am taking comfort in the promise

Of happiness on the horizon, for you and me

Though individually, in separate spheres

Daylight reaches round pale arms

Down into this cave

I stand in her shadow and she touches my face

I can smile, but

I love you, I think

And I think for that reason

I will stay in this cavern a little while longer

Let the sun warm the stone in his own due time