Last Night I Loved You

for C.

A face full of light and of shadow.
A face slightly blurred in the rain.
That look of yours cut to the marrow.
I felt I'd been branded like Cain.
I knew right away that I'd want you.
I knew it would last just one night.
You knew I'd do anything for you.
We both knew the timing was right.

And last night I loved you
And you were so kind.
I never thought I would
Find that state of mind,
But you were so kind....

And gleaming in moon-lit reflection,
That outline of tangled blonde hair!
Your features were blended perfection;
A creature of fire, light and air.
The lines of your torso glowed dimly,
Like statues in sites half-exposed.
Exploring, I wandered them slowly,
Like Schliemann in Troy long ago.

And last night you loved me
Until it was dawn.
I hoped you'd still want me,
But now you are gone,
For then came the dawn.

Toward day-break we lay there so sated,
You held me and murmered a song.
Our passion had not quite abated;
Your hands on my skin played along.
As hot night became a cool morning,
You dressed and you slipped out the door.
I loved you. It's over. No mourning.
So why do I wish there'd been more?

And last night I loved you
And you were so kind,
I'll try to forget, but
You're still on my mind,
For you were so kind......


Graz, 1981