I played with the children
And then watched in delight
As you read the bedtime story
That made their eyes droop until they shut

I covered them each in a blanket
To stop the invading cold
While you slipped silently out of the bedrooms
And let the maids go home

I light the candles
As the Jacuzzi comes to life
I’ve been dreaming of this moment
Long before the disappearing daylight

I poured the champagne in glasses
That were already chilled
And lit the final candle
As I heard your hand at the door

I smile in anticipation
Of the moment to come
Just as one hand twists the handle
And the other carries a rose

Words are not necessary
As you hand me your gift
I breathe in the sweet aroma
And you draw me into your arms

Kisses are deep and sensual
Full of love and promise
How did I live this long
Without knowing this dream?

I have never known anything this gentle
Or dreamt it could be real
I didn’t realize that moments like these
Were even remotely possible

We kiss for what seems like hours
Though time stands completely still
No worries or concerns enter my mind
The only things that matter are your lips caressing mine

I fantasize of times like this
Making love in the candlelight
With our children sleeping peacefully
And the cold wind safely outdoors

One day I will have it
At least that’s my prayer
Someday I will live the fantasy I dream
And you will be by my side