One, Two, Three, Forever

I fell in love with you-

Once-

     In the middle of a parking lot, 

     with a garbage bag in your hand 

     and sweat pooling on the small of my back.

I fell in love with you-

Twice-

     In the midnight darkness, 

     our faces aglow with the light of DVD menus 

     and hope that this was the beginning of our story.

I fell in love with you-

A Third Time-

     As we sang in perfect harmony, 

     our hearts and voices so different 

     and yet beautifully aligned.

I fell in love with you-

A Fourth Time-

     While you held our child, 

     pacing the house with fervent footsteps, 

     promising her the same moon you had given me.

I fall in love with you-

Daily-

     With every good morning kiss 

     and goodnight whisper, 

     the reassurance that you are still here.