without regard for garland

without regard for garland
nor bitterness for want
of requital

notwithstanding geography
as garrison nor harshness
of the bygone

simply be

that's all

love's never a barter, my diamond
it measures precious as gratis

reach in, my soul
take what's cardinal

return when & if
you're able

allure of fidelity
is timelessness, not gold

my treasure, evermore.