The Moments are Upon Us

[Fulani Poet]

THE MOMENTS ARE UPON US

The moments are upon us, and
I must catch your free spirit,
So I conceal my intents:
To preserve the untainted memories
Of your play upon my heart.

How I long to unravel, to share,
The mysteries in your smiles!
So I lie awake at night:
To watch the clash of our desires,
The touching of kindred souls.

Yet I have come to your gate
And I must state my quest,
So I throw away my shield:
To hold, I die of fear!
To leave, I die of love!