Sonnet for Pyretta 01

Pyretta! Dear Pyretta, Sapphic Fire!

Of all the souls I've known, I love yours best--

Affection and compassion fill my breast

Whene'er we are together. I admire

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Your courage, perseverance, and your power;

Your gentle reassurance when I'm stressed

And insecure. You love me, and I'm blessed

To share your steady flame, sweet, sparkling flower.

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I long to be with you and hold you tight,

To be allowed to keep you in my heart.

I want to feel your warmth, to see your light,

And, as I grow in self-love, I'll be stronger

And be more confident; I've made a start

That will continue as I love you longer.

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Your Anna