What Love Does

When varied thoughts 
rumble and jumble
And clarity is what is sought 
How do I find peace? 
Or rather 
what are the words 
that will quell 
my aching heart ?
As no longer  
do I visit my books
or special places
For I have found love 
within my special girl 
	
And she is imprinted 
on my soul— 
not as a scar
but as a blessing
a quiet light 
that refuses to dim
And loving her
feels less like desire 
and more like 
coming home 
to a truth I’ve carried 
since before 
I knew her name
	
And now I have found my love 
The warmth of her presence 
brings healing
health
wholeness 
and I can move 
into the future
with hope and joy