My lover and I are close, blending together like ingredients in a bowl. I hold her gently, and we come together in this moment, like a rich soup.

Our scents mix in the steam, our breaths and touches warm. I taste one of her long, dark hairs, and she gently removes it, then we kiss, savoring each other deeply.

We are proud and happy, hoping tonight will last forever to make up for the time we’ve missed.

Her whispers fall softly on my chest as we seek the blessing of day and night gods. We hold each other, enjoying the warmth and closeness.

She encourages me to keep going. I promise to take all she offers and give everything back, until the moon blushes with our love.

Tomorrow, may the sun gods notice us. Even if they don’t see us in time, our love will make them wish they had.