~ by Kashif Qaimi

If I were there with you,

I would spend hour upon hour

Seated by your side,

Watching you as you sleep

Or while you are at your work,

Or when a smile lights up your face

If you were thirsty,

I would bring you a glass of water

Like a loyal servant,

Like a true companion.

If you were hungry,

I would make you an omelet,

Or perhaps a cup of coffee.

If I was there with you,

I would make you realize

Your worth to me

If I was there when you woke in the night,

I would say nothing…

But gaze upon your eyes, half-opened from slumber

Your silken hairs falling across your forehead,

And curled around your neck

If I were there with you

I would put your hand on my heart

So you could feel your name

Beating inside,

And within the chamber

Where you reside

If only I were there…