Love?

Be certain of love my friends,
For ‘tis a risky thing you do.
Giving someone the license
To rip the heart from you!

Oh I know the way it works,
"This time's the exception."
"Everything you've ever wanted!”
Be careful it's not a deception!

For every lonely heart’s
Innermost longing sigh,
Makes it not only vulnerable,
But susceptible to a lie.

Oh be on guard my friends!
Make sure love is real.
Take time to distinguish it,
From other emotions you feel.

Love will be what's left,
After passion's had its way,
Romance has waned,
Desire’s had its say.

Love will be the light,
In the eyes of the one.
Who says no matter what.
You... are the one.

Russ Pergram