~*~


Time trickles like rain behind the pane.
Bleary eyes measure each gain
and each loss on a rusty scale.
Cheery voices fill the distance
with memories of youth.
Old eyes wither, but first they glitter
with a smile for summer.


~*~

~*~


Snuggle deep beneath the cover,
feel the warmth surrounding you.
Soon you will go safe in slumber
to meet fellow journeyers
and have the merriest adventures.
Feel the salt of weary sleep,
like drops of ocean you may keep,
singing lullabies of joy
and whispering of peace.


~*~

~*~


Close your eyes and listen
to the silent sounds of night.
Hear the stars twinkle
and the innocent breaths of sleep.
There is only harmony
within the halls of your mind.
There we will dance in moonlight,
you my darling, and I.


~*~

~*~


Outside the brazen moon
is dancing limbo with the stars.
Inside it's warm and you and I
will dance with dreams tonight.
All that's good will come to you
for you are strong and true.
Tonight is all about the sleep
so rest, the moon will keep
you safe from any harm.


~*~