Urban Shepherd

Before it almost started, it came to an abrupt end.

You waited patiently

as I found my way to you.

Words run deep

speaking our truth

from the heart

without armour

but with curiosity

over coffee

white foam

poured into a dark ocean

a bitterness savoured,

a warm caress

the briefest of kisses

you gave.

Is it a promise

of something more?

Almost breathless

you left me

as I dared to

pull myself away

afraid

to dream

to hope

to be

wanted

desired

loved

that’s all we ever want

and yet we are left

forever wanting.