If not for
the sparkle in your eyes
the magic in your look
the freshness of your breath
my love, I shall live no longer
If not for
the beautiful smile of yours
the sweetness of your words
the innocence in your face
my love, I shall live no longer
If not for
the warmth in your skin
the tenderness in your touch
the honesty in your acts
my love, I shall live no longer
If not for
the compassion you show to me
the joy you bring to me everyday
the completeness you bring to my life
my love, I shall live no longer
-- Rajesh Batta --