To Chris, with Love

I cast my gaze up to the skies
And thank the stars for loving eyes.
His sweet caress is with me still
My heart with joy did his voice fill.

So many nights I'd lie awake
so terrified that I would shake.
Love was nothing I could hide
I felt the coldness, although I lied.

Just when I thought all hope was lost
You cleared my sky, depression tossed.
With sweet smiles I gave my heart
I knew it'd be a brand new start.

I know tough times do lie ahead
Through your love my heart is fed.
We will survive, we'll make it through
And this is why... I Love You.

By Lisa "Tressie" Stevens
September 1, 1998

Back to Tressie's Poetry