Oh, how beautiful you look. I’m in love with the smell of you. Your presence so true, Always there when I’m looking for you. When reality is dangerously close, Your paper world is where I stick my nose. And with every page I turn, The chapters make reality burn. When my adventure is long, I go on a journey, with your characters I belong. Your words create worlds That let me live with comfort And everything I love. The stories you narrate, Forge the power I need to wait For the day, Everything bad will go away. And if I’m drowning in the waves My life creates, At least I know you await With the sun, Your mate, and the beautiful world You illustrate. - Anastasia Raf