Sweet Dreams

and I watch as you lay there
careful not to alarm,
your night scenes and visions
on this cool winter's eve ...

I pull back the blanket
and tenderly brush back your hair,
so beautiful you are, sleeping peacefully
I wonder if your dreams include me,
as I lay down beside you
to observe ...

you won't know I've been here
I am careful not to disturb
shhh!
not a sound I make ...

I stopped by for a bit
just to say hello,
just to let you know I still care
a kiss on your eyelids before I leave,
before you're aware that I've been here ...

thank you for just being you
you bring comfort to this weary soul
your wisdom and humor have provided sweet release
from gusty clouds of late
and rain storms full of plunder,
you are my joy
my night shade,
you welcome me here...

(ajs.10.22.07)