Sleep

I stir in my bed after whispered phrases
and holding hands
and loving gazes
I dream in black and white after blooming flowers
and silent smiles
and passing hours
I wake up early after being with you
because being asleep
gets me nothing new
I open my eyes
I'm nothing but happy
Knowing that today you'll be here
with me
Sleep is something that I need
but don't desire
the dreams that I have are the only
real liars
When life is so beautiful
and anything but complete
Why would anyone
ever
want
to sleep