If I have ever brought you pain
Or caused your heart to grieve
Please listen now as I explain
The reason I believe
Each time I look into your eyes
I see a peaceful place
Removed from anger, ache, and sighs
Filled with sheer poise and grace.

I see a world where all is well
Each piece, perfectly paired
It is easy for me to tell
No life could be compared
To each blessing God has bestowed
Upon your earthen days
Or all the goodness you have showed
That left someone amazed.

My life seems immaterial
When placed here by your side
Your goodness is imperial
To what I can provide
Therefore, I often feel as though
I must ascend above
The bounds that I am meant to go
To meet your view of love.

If I have ever brought you grief
I shall express regret
For it is my sincere belief
Your heart I won’t forget
Your essence holds timeless beauty
Like that of the finest wine
And I’ve made your love, my duty
Though, you will never be mine.

© 2006 – Jill Eisnaugle’s Poetry Collection