The lover in my dreams by Gloria James

 I danced with a faceless man, with steps like a gentle waltz

We twirled on the beach sands, under the sun's bright kiss

We rode on a rainbow-colored unicorn, through fluffy clouds of bliss,

Even the celestial bodies rejoiced at our love's tender wish.

His fingers traced my skin, like a whispered promise,

Sending shivers down my spine, and awakening my heart's beat

How I long to lose myself, in the heat of our passion's fire

To be madly in love, just for another moment, my heart's desire.

But when dawn breaks, and dreams fade away

You are not here, just a sketch on my pad, a memory that stays,

Leaving me with just a whisper of your name.

A bittersweet reminder of a love that I never had, a heart that still feels the same.

                 Gloria

Poet's Bio:

Gloria James is a 200-level English student at the University of Ibadan. A versatile creative, she expresses herself through writing, pen artistry, and a deep passion for African literature. In her quiet moments, Gloria finds solace in solitude, immersing herself in diverse literary genres, exploring artistic techniques, watching movies, and drawing inspiration from the world around her.