If I Sleep
~~~
You will never be mine
In subtle caress and whispered tones
Those smiling eyes with depths unknown
Tangerine cheeks that beg the kiss
Full rubied lips that hint of bliss
Or lilting words from thoughts unkept
That speak my name with loving breath
The honeyed taste the coats the tongue
The beating of our hearts as one
~~~
You are just a dream divine
A silent wish from this lonely heart
The tragic horse before the cart
Your portrait remains but faceless
An elusive, shimmering oasis
A thing of beauty from ancient lore
Professed by every poet of yore
And the worst of it, it seems
You exist, only in my dreams
~~~
If it is my company that you keep
Please don’t wake me if I sleep
~~~
commonsensiblyspeaking 
nothing wrong with dreaming
I agree. Thanks, Beth!
Life is a dream… a very well written, artistic and most beautiful poem!
Thank you, my good friend!
You’re very welcome!
Dreamy.
Thank you, Geoff!
That last line is killer! Love this! 😍
Thank you, dear friend!
Bravo Brad I just love this piece pulls at the heart stings. Beautifully written my friend. Love Jonikins ❤️