L - Touching Affinity

A tiny droplet of love
This snowflake
I captured just for you
its small imprint
impossible to grasp
even in my small hand

I hold out this delicate
symbol of my love
my yearning to give to you,
not a rose nor diamond true
but a delicate winter flower
to hold your gaze,
cherish its tender opus

See it melt in our heat
and flow in our veins
clear, fresh water
a teardrop
I bring to you
an inspiring melody
sung in a tune
as pure and clear
as the first day of spring.

Bind it not
in a rash moment
but spend your life
lost in its pearl of purity
take pleasure from its uniqueness
Hold out your hand
welcome this, my precious snowflake
as delicate as the day it fell.

? Lesley Roberts 30 January 2003