A Gift

by Amanda Quraishi

I'm your present.

Wrapped in white satin and bows.

Red blood courses,

My cheeks flush.

 

A choice you made;

I chose the same.

You gave me diamonds, and your name.

 

Gentle urgency

Your lips are warm.

My fingers tremble just a little.

 

Tomorrow we will wake together.

Tonight, I'll follow you

Trusting,

Open,

Ready to be your wife.