Disclaimer: I do not own Robin Hood, Robin, Marian, et al. I have earned nothing from this endeavor but the pleasure that comes from the writing and the possibility of a nice comment or two.
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Daybreak
The day dawns and, miraculously, you are still here with me. Sleep keeps claim on you for the moment, your breathing deep and even. Restful sleep is a rarity for you, I imagine. Your face peaceful and relaxed, carefree even.
I watch the rise and fall of your chest, and enjoy the feeling of having you near, if only for a little while longer, and even if you sleep through it. Our time together is rare and usually short.
A moment later, your eyes open and you still as you assess your circumstance. Breathing resumes as you realize you are safe. A smile breaks across your face as you remember what we did here.
You look at me and your eyes are the color of a sun-dappled meadow in spring and I catch my breath.