Crimson Dream

You notice her from across the room.
She's wearing a red dress like a burning sunset in autumn.
You want to ask her to dance,
But your courage weakens with each passing glance.
She gives you butterflies in your stomach.
She reminds you of a good first kiss.
She reminds you of roses in bloom.
With your heart pounding and body trembling
You continue to be captivated.
Her lips are like a magnet
To your eyes and fuel to your already blazing desire.
As she looks on with a leer
You wonder what you've done
To deserve something so inviting.
You imagine that her hands
Match perfectly to yours.
You want to know how it feels
To be lost in the magic of her irises.
You want to know her laughter.
You want to know her mysteries.
You want to know the hope, triumph
And love that courses through her veins.
You'll wonder if you have the right words
To earn a place by her side.
You'll wonder why your paths crossed.
You'll wonder why wondering often does no good.
You'll keep wondering
While your crimson dream
Slips away.