A heart splashed
by a crashing wave,
the way a strong refusal,
an honest yet stern declaration
entered my heart,
like a dozen roses,
gentle and beautiful,
despite the thorns,
and before I've known it,
my heart is overwhelmed
by love for you,
and now,
even the great risk
that going side by side entails
is something I'm willing to face,
I trust you enough
to know that we'll get past every obstacle
and only grow closer
despite the thorns or roadblocks.