aspects of fondling

We've both agreed
this word is okay to use
despite others ruining it.
We like the tender bounce
and squeeze of fondness
around the heart we get
whenever I'm holding you,
and how - there isn't another word
that quite
suggests the suggestiveness
that might
be one hundred percent appropriate,
if you like.

Not just if you let me,
but
of course, you might.
You're entitled to,

if you do, that is.
You have every right
to expect I will

hang on your every wish,
take risks,
and be true to this.