Dance of Surrender

when you see
I’ve tired
of dancing alone
because the dance floor
is too wide
too expansive
too much for just one person
(for just me)
come to me, please
take me in your arms
hold me close
twirl me about
and we’ll sashay, sashay
while the music plays—
find the rhythm
that you want me to follow
and I’ll step gingerly
because I won’t want
to dance alone anymore—-
put your arms around my waist
I’ll lay my head on your shoulder
(my act of surrender)
and lead the way, darling
I promise I’ll follow
forever willingly
forever faithfully
forever