The Lie

Please forgive me
for I have lied
I said:
I am wading on the edge of a lake
of my love for you.

Now I realize
it is the ocean.
For how can the lake compare
to the great expanse of the seas,
the peaceful embracing waters,
fiercely stormy love,
and the heat and shivers all at once.

So you see my dear,
I have lied
and I am sorry.

8/6/00

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