The rainbow within

The rainbow is within you
         the full spectrum of life
: it is in your thoughts
         and in your words
in your every action
         you are your own wealth
your own aims and ambitions
         and your beauty
is the truth and honesty
         that you embody

Yes your skin is soft
         to the touch
and your dark eyes glisten
         with the eagerness to live
and to experience love
         in the moment
a hand held in defiance
         of more troubled years
Your mouth shapes
         gentle words
as your narrative unfolds
         this is who I have been
this is who I am
         this is who I hope to be
and you stake your claim
         in the world of possibility
prepared if need be
         to take the bit
between your teeth
         and when you kiss
when you gently press
         your lips against mine
I know that you are bestowing
         your seal of approval
and it thrills my heart
         and I thank you for it

John Lyons