Embers Remain

A lone spark stirs the heart,
eyes come to life and glisten.
From a flicker true love starts,
to heartbeat new lovers listen.

Warmth within, outward glow,
light within to stay on course.
A mighty river, love may flow,
fueled by an inner light source.

Emotions set in, fans the flame,
creating such burning desire.
Sometimes love is but a game,
we are burnt by the roaring fire.

Flames all too soon flicker, die,
love becomes cool and fades.
Embers stay long after goodbye,
as loneliness, darkness invade.