Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Poems Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Lawrence Catania Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource For Elya. Description An account of the resource A Shadowed Embrace In the hush of twilight, where doubts still linger, A touch so tender, a hesitant finger, We dance with shadows, love's fragile flame, Trying to mend the cracks, to whisper a name. The whispers of "what if" still echo in the air, A melody of fear, a burden we share, But in your gaze, a glimmer of trust, A promise to heal, a vow not to rust. Each step forward, a leap of faith we take, The past still lingers, a haunting mistake, Yet, hand in hand, we navigate the night, Seeking solace in love's guiding light. The scars may remain, a visible trace, But love's resilience finds a gentler space, With every shared breath, a silent plea, To let go of the past, and simply be free. For love is a bridge, spanning the chasm wide, Where doubts may linger, but trust can reside, And in the warmth of your embrace, I see, A love that's willing to heal, to finally be. ~LArry