The perfect ending...To Pairs Skating...Ist Place winner |
By Bullcash and Michelle Berardo Klear ** Image ID #1491282 Unavailable ** Ice crystals sparkle in the sunlight On a brilliant February day Chilling my resolve to stay inside I need to go play When I heard there were people skating on Princess Pond, I couldn’t wait to go! I had been in a funk for quite a while since she left and I needed something to take my mind off my loneliness. Skating always had that effect on me. Even as a young child whenever I was troubled I would skate. The combination of the fresh air and the concentration required for good technique allowed me to forget, at least for a time, about her. Grabbing my skates I run to the pond To twirl like the girl That is lost in my mind. I quickly put on my skates and joined the other skaters skating along to the music passing others by in a blur. Then she caught my eye. A lone skater split from the circle into the middle and performed a beautiful double toe loop! Her shoulder length blond hair flared out as she spun and partially covered her beautiful smile. Her pretty green eyes twinkled as she giggled like a little girl thrilled with her first time performance of such a perfect maneuver on ice. Glimmers of youth I am trying to find Gliding on ice, frozen with time Back to an age when his love was, mine Deep down I know everything will be fine. I was immediately drawn to this beauty and grace on ice. Just watching her made me feel like I was young again. It was as if I saw in her a way back to my youth, a way to forget my troubles, and who knows, perhaps find love again! I decided right then and there that I had to meet her. I broke from the circle, heading toward the center to attempt a single axel, and ended up sprawled at her feet. ************************************************************************************************* His eyes sparkled like holiday lights His laugh was full of charm I reach down to touch his arm Thankful he is not harmed. Winter seemed to have passed like a short program in an Olympic pairs skating event! Things started out slowly between Anna and myself. From the first day she helped me up off the ice after my embarrassing fall right in front of her to where we were today. Facing each other, my hand on her waist hers on mine we skated slowly and gracefully to the soft music. The moment we connected I felt a little spark Something tells me I will be Happy I came to the park For me it was love at first sight but Anna took her time. She was patient but purposeful as she held my hand and coached me, molding me into her partner on ice. With the music building Anna pushed off of me while still holding my hand and we began building speed. So it was, Anna ‘s feelings for me had gained momentum. Together we glide side by side Little kids we resemble Holding hands dewy-eyed I begin to tremble. I pulled Anna’s hand signaling her to come face to face with me again and drew her close to my body as we began to spin in unison our skates rising and falling in succession. It was a difficult move for me to master but well worth it having gained Anna’s confidence while capturing her heart as well. Her feelings were evident in the smile that lit up her face just before we emerged from our maneuver with Anna spinning out to face me still holding my hand high above our heads. Springing forward in trust My heart begins to melt Pounding full of lust This time we make for us. We laughed together, elated at our performance and I pulled her to me gazing into her eyes our lips touching lightly in what seemed a choreographed kiss. We had mastered the dance and now with spring just around the corner, we were anxious to escape from the ice and explore the warmth of this new love. ************************************************************************************************* Meeting daily on the ice Being together had become our vice Skating as though in a dream we moved like the perfect team. Unlike my silly twin, who treats me like a rag doll I laugh at his lack of control I beg him to skate slower To hold me gently like a flower. Throughout the winter we met regularly on Princess Pond anxious to dance on the ice. Our movements syncopated in perfect time, as was the beating of our hearts. The feelings we had for each other had reached new heights and was embodied in the confidence we had in each other’s moves. This day was different though. I had arrived at the ice at our usual time and I noticed she was already on the ice gliding gaily with another guy, albeit rather clumsily. I quickly laced on my skates and charged out onto the pond angry at the sight of another man dancing with the woman that held my heart. “Anna!” I cried out angrily as I skated towards the pair. “Who is this?” I asked my eyes fixed on hers and ignoring the man beside me. “I’d like you to meet my brother Greg. Greg, this is my friend Robert.” Anna said. Normally he’s more attentive when I tell him things.” Anna, I’m sorry, I forgot you told me your brother would be here today. I said apologetically “Come on, you can make it up to me on the ice!” Anna exclaimed before kissing me gently and leading me out onto the ice I was unprepared for the crash landing Robert was standing in front of me His eyes full of misunderstanding Commanding to skate with me. I escorted my brother to the edge of the pond Then I faced Robert head on My heart waiting for him to repsond Our kiss left us both turned on. ************************************************************************************************* I need more time to show him The depth of his meaning on my soul Our time is fading like the snow It is now that he must know The winter was quickly coming to a close and soon our meetings on the ice would have to end. We had become more then just skating partners on the ice. My feelings for Anna had grown considerably and I wanted to take this relationship to the next level. I had to find out if she felt as strongly about me as I did about her. My love for him has only grown Beautiful like a wildflower in the spring My arms pull him in, my lips no longer cold The touch of him burns me, makes me whole My fears were calmed when after our skate Anna asked me if I would like to try something different. “What do you have in mind Anna?” I asked. “I’d like to take you skiing. My folks have a cabin up on Rapture Mountain; Anna replied then added, “You can ski can’t you?” “I’m no expert but perhaps you can show me what I don’t already know.” I replied slyly trying to contain my excitement. Please come home with me Take a chance on our romance Trust these feelings as they dance Off the ice and into me The view from the lodge was breath taking. A wall of glass looked out at snow covered peaks that stretched to the horizon. A fire flickered in the round fireplace separating the glass wall from the sofas that surrounded it on one side. After having showered and changed I sat looking out at the view and waited for Anna to join me. Show me what I know is true These feelings belong to you No longer two but now as one Our love we have won. I stood when Anna came into the room almost overcome by her beauty. She wore a red satin robe that clung to her body revealing every curve. It was a perfect contrast to the blond hair that framed her face and her sparkling green eyes. She smiled before turning on the stereo and asked, “Would you like to dance?” as Marvin Gaye’s “Let’s Get It On” began to play. I held her close knowing full well she could feel my growing desire as our lips met and we kissed passionately for the first time. |