231.The Fall of Your Footsteps

Night after night
I calmly wait 
For the fall of your footsteps.
As I settle in my balcony
To watch you arrive. 

Night after night 
I wait to rejoice and celebrate
The fall of your footsteps
As you trod up to hug me
With your graceful step.

Night after night 
I grow warm in your love
With the fall of your footsteps.
Cherishing moments spent with you.
Till I need them no more
For I will be dead.

By Binita Jha