Longing

The heart knows
There is no getting over a soul mate
Through distance and time
It lives in a constant longing
Maybe like the Sufis speak of
If let to be mysterious
It will be a sort of sweet madness
That can bring you to the doorstep
Of another Beloved
One weaving life from leaves and bones
Only that kind of Love can hold the longing
Without risk of turning bitter

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