Longing

I am consumed
the very thought of her
brings light and joy to me
when all around is pale
and lifeless

the hours of conversation
we share
the time together yet
so far apart
there is an ache in my soul
yearning to be soothed

like a drowning man longs for air
I long for her, desperately
and though I wait endlessly,
my patience will be rewarded
my longing shall be sated,
I will breathe her in
and life will be rekindled
with love's flame