stark ranting

Walking together on the dirt road you haven't seen in years, you glance up at the piercing stars set against an empty canvas. You need her hand in yours. The darkness around you reminds you of the warmth and comfort you felt crawling under the covers of your parent's bed as a child.

The night air motionless with anticipation waits for you to move.

Your hands softly embrace. No words are spoken. No words are needed. You both know the same feeling. You reach up to touch her cheek as your eyes strain to take in her beauty in the dim light of the stars above. You feel the warmth of her cheek before your fingers find their way. Waves of emotion move through your chest, into your throat. Your vision blurs as your eyes water. You lean forward to press your lips against hers. Did it last a second? An eternity? It's difficult to tell. You reach your arms around her and hold on so tightly that you feel her heartbeat against you. The moment is forever locked away in your heart.