like the salty water this vessel floats on

there is an infinity of possibility within us

and like the salty water this vessel floats on

a taste only leaves me craving more

I thirst

for your love

my parched throat readily accepts

the water that stings

as salt mixes with blood

and tender nerves recoil

despite my best intentions

despite my nagging thirst

I must learn to sip slowly the everlasting love