Unrequited Love

In shadows cast by love's elusive grace
an unrequited flame, a bitter taste
a heart yearns for a touch that's not returned,
a silent ache that's deeply felt and earned

my every breath is a whisper of desire
but you hear me not, nor see me
my love knows no bounds
but my love dance is alone

my heart beats on in hope
remaining strong even in pain
wishing I had a siren song
to lure you into my arms

I suffer in unrequited love
ever strong in a bittersweet embrace,
a testament to love
and yet here I stand alone