"Slow Dance"

Our eyes meet across the room

as the music begins to play.

We move slowly towards each other

as though mesmerized

focused only on what we are feeling.

Seemingly alone amidst the chaos

of the crowded dance floor

I move into the circle of your arms

you pull me close.

Our bodies begin to move to the beat

your hands roaming freely upon my back

mine caressing the back of your neck

we remain lost in each other's eyes.

Feeling the heat of our bodies

where they touch

our movements become more sensual.

Breaking from your gaze at last

my eyes fall to your lips

I become fascinated, begin

to yearn for your kiss.

I draw your head down

lips meet, you respond

softly at first

then more passionately

leaving me breathless, weak

longing for more

leaving me

melting against you.

The music ends

we stay in each other's arms

for a few more sweet moments

then you thank me for the dance

and move away into the crowd.

Copyright 2009 Catherine Lewis