Why Can’t We

Cover me in your skin
shroud me in your love
surround me
nibble at my thoughts
drink from my heart.

Why can’t…..
we watch the rain
just stand alone
forget the day
close our eyes
escape –
and swim away.

Caress my cheeks
kiss my lips
strawberries
sweet wine
at the end of day
why can’t we
just pretend
at this social game
of hypocrisy.

Hold me close
forget the crowds
and whisper in my ear.

Why can't we –
just stand here alone
and disappear.