An Action of Salvation

Love is a time machine
that entangles around your mind
bringing the past into full view;
when golden sunflowers sang
and we would dance swiftly upon
their silk and able shoulders.

I remember the winter nights
that never extinguished our passion
though cold winds raged on;
darkness didn't dare enter
for our two souls combined
ignited into blissful ecstasy.

Love is a time machine
that chokes your will to live
showing you the formidable future;
where dead roses dwindle
and death is heard everywhere
calling out your names.

I see happiness drifting
into piles of empty promises
that never acquired value;
dissatisfaction develops
and clogs our mute throats
warning us of the inevitable.

Love is a time machine
that reveals provocative secrets
for the better or for the worse;
don't let this gift be wasted
by deceiving and coveting
forgive and live in present times.

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Written For A Contest.

I have been wanting to write a poem about this for a long time, at first people say that love is an emotion when indeed it is not. Love is an action, doing what is best for your beloved. I also wanted to convey the message that although at first your past might be haunting and your future look cloudy, have hope, stay strong and practice forgiveness. Thank you for taking the time to read, I hope you have enjoyed this piece.