Closely

I kiss your tears.
 They melt away.
I tell you that
 I'm here to stay.
And if you look,
 You're sure to find
I hold you closely
 In my mind.
The things that hurt
 Are sure to go.
But I will never
 Leave you so,
For, though our bodies
  Are apart,
I hold you closely
 In my heart.
And if you need me,
 I will stay,
And I will never
 Go away.
But I will keep you
 From all harm.
I'll hold you closely
 In my arms.

Richard C. Hayner
October 1981 ©

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