Appreciation

Yours is the hand that trains.
Yours is the hand that guides.
Yours is the hand that disciplines.
Yours is the hand that tames.
Yours is the hand that is trusted.

Respect. Adoration. Affection.

All commanded,
All willingly given,
All unto Your hand.

Lips move across Your palm.
Tongue darts to trace Your web.
Breath grazes over Your skin.
Teeth nip against the callous ridge.

All...

To feel You quiver,
To sense Your desire,
To hear Your praise,

and

To offer You thanks.