Evergreen
My mind traveled back in time like it often does when I visit our hometown
Like the many times before, I drove down your street today
And I felt the familiar tug of nostalgia
Pulling me over to the side of the road
My eyes marveled at the sight
I reminisced
Standing there, only much taller, fuller, and stronger than in our younger years,
Was our beloved evergreen tree
In awe and wonder,
I saw the two of us in each other's arms
Young and innocent
Holding tight to the sacred bond of first love
Sheltered under those burly boughs
Cool August nights signalled summer drawing to a close
But those turquoise eyes held coy looks
Heartbeats skipped and fluttered
Soft lips lingered
Hands wandered
The cherished memory unfolds
And the sparks that became fiery flames still simmer
of a rare love that would forever be
A part of that evergreen tree
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