Dousing Guilt

She set her mind on fire
Guilt taking over desire
Love knocking at her door
She’s holding back a little more

He offers his hand
to help her
get back on track

Sharing love with
words and silence—
the only tools he has

He senses the guilt
devaluing their love

Their cozy little world cries—
Is it my fault?

He could be a fireman
to douse the guilt—
keep heart and mind open
to let him in