i think i fell in love with you tonight

i think i fell in love with you tonight
on the doorstep where you kissed me good night
after a dance that made me feel alright,
and your small smile reflected the moonlight.

amidst all of this trying summer heat,
you kindled my spark into a high flame,
and for one moment we shared a heartbeat,
so i realized i’d never be the same.

this night, it’s right; it made me feel alive
with your hand tugging gently on my own
as to heaven you lead me to arrive:
it’s a place where we’ll never be alone

tonight: a kiss, the next day a goodbye.
the ship we sailed i will have to untie.