A Moment
As she tapped the ash off the tip of her cigarette, she leaned into his embrace as he walked up behind her on the balcony and slid his hands around her waist, pulling her close. With a slight flick, the burned out cigarette fell from her hand. She twisted around, lingering in a hug before gently brushing his lips with a kiss. He responded, leaning into her for another kiss. For a brief moment, their eyes met in an intense gaze. Their eyes were windows into their souls; they unashamedly shared their vulnerability with each other. She was the closest person to him – both best friend and lover. He loved her dearly and couldn’t imagine life without her. God had truly blessed him.
Their gaze ended with the kiss. He wrapped his arms around her, holding her tightly, never wanting to let her go. She cherished his embrace and responded to being held by pulling him as close as she possibly could. As their bodies fit perfectly together, he whispered into her ear. ”I love you.” Three simple words. So simple, yet so powerful. She snuggled her head into the crevice of his neck. ”I love you too.” With another tightened hold, their embrace ended. They truly cared for each other. With a simultaneous thought, they both reached for a cigarette. After lighting hers, he lit his and took a long drag. With her exhale, she began to tell him a story about her day. And with that, conversation was sparked. The intimate moment was over, though the sincerity and care lingered still.
