Afterwards

Afterwards

Two lovers
in the dark
Still, now
Softly breathing
White sheets
damp with sweat

Night silence

Tender comfort
Arms embrace
Bodies lock
Limbs joined as one
Suspending time

The moment is passing
Slipping away
Will not be held

He is sleeping now.
He has already left her.
Alone, she lies awake,
unable to let go,
knowing it will soon be over
until the next time