as night-time spreads her
black velvet cloak
over a sky troubled and
fevered with strife,
i wrap my comfort about
your body so warm..
-- pulse racing --
as the watchful moon
blesses the heavens
with her soft radience
illuminating the pale night,
i pray to God as you dream
that you'll be safe from harm..
-- blood stirring --
as the air stretches its legs
in unbroken silence,
the stillness of near dawn
tinged by soft light,
i gaze upon your dear face
sleeping, i can't prolong
-- breath catching --
brushing your lips with a kiss
to assure you of my love,
to let you know that i'll
always be your dove..
to listen to the rhythm of
your precious heartbeat..
-- soul half-smiling --
how beautiful is he,
my love who lies so peacefully..
to watch over my angel,
tis a thing so sweet..
so contented and satisfied,
i fall asleep...