My Perfect Match by Valerie Parente

I always had
a flicker of hope in my heart
and when we met
I felt that spark.

It all makes perfect sense
when I look back
that I was struck
by my perfect match.

Fire always scared me
but not with you, my twin flame,
and if it all burned down
I wouldn’t be afraid,
if it all burned down with you
I’d only notice the glow on your face.

– Valerie Parente (12-13-2025)