NaPoWriMo 15

[artsyhonker]

I would traverse mountains for you,
     cross countries and continents
     to start a new life at your side;
But you're nearby.

I could keep watch outside a castle,
     raise armies to defend you,
     vanquish every earthly foe.
But you live in an ordinary terraced house. It doesn't even have a moat. And you don't make enemies easily.

I long to capture the tears of the unicorn's cousin
     and mix them, according to ancient recipes, into an elixir
     tasting of lilacs and gin
     that cures all ills, heals all pains
     and present it to you.
But you'd only blush at the fuss and find someone who needed it more.

So I try to be sensible, and follow the world's rules in showing my clumsy affection.

I hope you understand.

Comments

[turkeyplucker]

That's really rather beautiful. I think I have something in my eye...

[artsyhonker]

Thank you.

[hairyears]

Take care that 'having no enemies' can mean 'no enemies left'.

Likewise, 'not making enemies' could be mistaken for disposing of them quickly and discreetly.

Also: I should drink more coffee. Or maybe less.

[artsyhonker]

I didn't say "you have no enemies" though, I said "you don't make enemies easily".