Did I not treasure
the breath you took?
The ethereal rhythm,
sustaining your body
in deep repose.
'Till morning quickens
your breath
and opens
your eyes?
Did I not treasure
the breath you
just took?
One to sustain
your life
and my
heart.
© Jillian Scott 2009
Jillian Scott
http://www.poemhunter.com/poem/did-i-not-treasure/
