You- A Love Poem Inspired by Story Dice

If you had to create a story using story dice, what would you come up with?

Would it be poetry or prose? Something imaginary or connected to you personally?

When I was part of a writers’ group, we were often given optional homework tasks. This was one of them.

I hadn't written much poetry before, but I felt it would be the best way to convey what I wanted to say with the image of the story dice.

Am I writing about someone, a hopeful fantasy, or is it a complete figment of creativity? I’ll let you decide.

Here it is, my poem - You.

I will be met with your bright smile soon,

It beams just like a crescent moon.

Drawn into you and your peaceful presence,

North to my south in every essence.

A magnetic force one cannot mask,

When your eyes meet mine, my heart beats fast.

You're as hot as a flame around a candle wick,

And supportive like a walking stick.

Your mind is open, just like a hand,

Brushing through golden grains of sand.

I feel your heat as a desert pyramid,

A pinch to my being from the arrow of Cupid.

I really just want you to know,

You are well-rounded like our globe.

I've been unlocked because you're my key,

When we're together, I'm so happy.

I hope you're cosy under that blanket,

Forever gazing at you, a telescope to a planet.

Between you and I, the love runs deep,

As I spend my mornings watching you sleep.

Venetia Williams