The scarlet ribbon
Lays across my arm
Covering all it sees

My heart beats to its
Gentle movement
Unison in rhythm and motion

The skin sighs relief
Stained by its glory
Stained by its colour

Red like the roses
Colour of love
Same feeling, same ache

Relaxing, contemplating
Like a junkie
Addict; need the feeling

The scarlet ribbon
Lays across my arm
Covering all it sees