Fireplace

All alone and just sitting by
the fireplace, watching the wood
burn. As I stare at the fire, I
was thinking how my life could
change if you would enter into my life.
My body trembled twice that
night of reflection. The first
time was when I was thinking
you might not want me. The
second time was when I was
thinking you might want me.
My mind started to race that
night at the possibility that
the next time I sit and watch
the fire, you will be in my
arms. I will have
your mind, body, and soul.

Patrick Krawczynski