Zephyr

A few moons ago,
her velvet touch seemed divine,
unavoidable.

I was drawn closer,
by the beauty in her eyes,
and that pristine smile.

I was held captive,
by her mesmerizing gaze,
and her affection.

I fell in deep love,
with her entire being,
too deep and too soon.

Completely consumed,
I was left bruised and broken,
when she walked away.

She was like a breeze,
gone as quickly as she came,
leaving me withered.

What of the promise,
of undying love and care?
Where did it all go?

These thoughts crippled me,
leaving me writhing in pain.
I had to let go!

When I let them go,
my conscience was clear again,
and perspectives changed.

Maybe I fell hard,
but a crucial fact I learned –
Time ends everything.