In the glow of the candles
I extended my cupped hand
And offered you...an apple.
You smiled knowingly,
But your hand was trembling as you took it from me.
Your eyes never left mine
As you slowly raised the apple to your mouth.
I leaned closer and held my breath
As your teeth tore into its dark red skin.
And when your tongue flicked out
To catch a stray drop of juice,
My breathing became ragged.
I think that when Eve gave away that apple
She gave away her strength,
For I felt vulnerable with my passion.
I tried to twist away
But you caught my shoulders,
And pulled me to you.
The apple was forgotten
Except for a lingering taste in your mouth.
01-Jan-2011 11:21:53