Silence

Beauty silenced itself,
stunned, as I was— at the magic in your mischievous eyes.
Beauty silenced itself, squeezing my hand as it deftly passed;
not wanting to disturb my view of your mouth.

Beauty silenced itself, silently pausing at the door,
hoping I might turn from the dance and sway of your slender neck.
Beauty silenced itself, disappearing into the weightless night,
the very same moment you parted your lips and breathed hello.