The Reply to Surrender

I had given you—
the fragrance of my feelings.
Could you keep it safe?

I had whispered in your ear—
my final plea.
Could you hold it in your breath?

I had left with you—
the shackles of my captive mind.
Could you set them free?

I had sought from you—
the ornament of my own soul.
Could you receive it?

I had heard from you alone—
the wailing of emptiness.
Could you love it into silence?

I had thought of you as—
the lighthouse of my devotion.
Did you live it moment by moment?

I had found with you—
the taste of excellence.
Could you close the distance?

I had asked of you alone—
love's conclusion.
Did you find happiness's address?