Slow Dance
“At last started to play and she gestured to dance with me. As we slow danced I couldn’t tell what day or year it was. For all I know, Etta could have been singing it live. We danced like lovers do and as the song neared it’s melodic end, she whispered in my ear—I just got lost with you.”
Kayko Tamaki
I want to slow dance with you
My arms round you all evening
Inhaling the sweet jasmine
From your hair silken shining
When your lips brush against mine
Your breath rejuvenating
It’s the foretaste of heaven
So sweet fresh and welcoming
My hand caressing your back
Velvety smooth and flowing
Not a blemish nor a flaw
Not a scar, just amazing
As we glide ‘cross the dance floor
I feel light-headed giddy
Pow’rful emotions move me
My heart sings a melody
Then it skips a beat or two
No cure to this malady
But glad euphoric I’ll be
Far from you, that’s tragedy
Into your bright eyes I gaze
I can see our destiny
Years from now we’d still dance
Across the ball room slowly
I want to slow dance with you
Your bosom pressed against me
Yes, we shall spend forever
Moonlit by the deep blue sea
The soft breeze kissing your cheeks
And your hair floating freely
I shall be yours ‘ternally
In my heart you’ll ever be!
03-13-2023
© Vic Evora
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