Wine and Kissing

By Douglas E. Welch    http://welchwrite.com/blog

“I love you as much as I love this red,” she said.

I took that as the greatest compliment.

To be compared to a fine wine,
and all the history that comes before it,
is high praise indeed.

From wine’s discovery to today
it has stirred thoughts, dreams, love and lust.

Given us solace
and accompanied our joyful celebrations.

Man and wine move side-by-side through history.

Yes, I like to think I am a fine wine.

Tart, brash, smooth, spirited…ageless.

Life without wine would be like life without love.

“Pass the bottle,” I said,

“and kiss me.”