i was in love a few times,

well… once really

it was the type of love that didn’t need to be spoken

the kind where you only need each other

and you knew that everything was going to be okay.

This love was mind consuming.

Butterflies in every part of my body

all but my heart

no

no, in there  was a humming bird.

its wing flapping at 60 mph

somehow moving space and time

making the stars align

placing the planets on my finger tips

creating that feeling of perfect bliss

my personal paradise

now it may not all have been at the same time

I honestly don’t remember

but i know it didn't last long

the heartbreak was earth shattering

My tears burned

leaving streak marks for everyone to see

the hummingbird was on steroids

a black hole absorbing my planet and stars

that were once given to me

leaving me no where but hell

my stomach twisted and turned

somehow crawling its way to my throat

suffocating me

restricting my air

stoping me from screaming for help

But in the sweet silent that came over me

Calmed me

You see i realized

Love is like a firework,

starting slow, and awkward

waiting for the perfect yet unexpecting moment

and then the light ignites

sparking with excitement

passion bursting from the very core

painting the night sky

only to seem as if it would last a life time

but it dies out

leaving only the empty shell

Love is a monument

only as strong as the effort put into it

it builds up

to where it can never be struck down

it’s the inspiration to the generations

Love isn’t a word

It's a sensation

only felt by those you truly mean it

and should never be mistaken for

affection and admiration

It’s the uncensored smiles and giggles

the uncontrollable thoughts and tears

It’s the source of all life

But… maybe… I just miss it