in the hush of the moment
there is much to cherish --
a child at play
with his imaginary friend
a shimmering glimmer
in almond-brown eyes
the dance above town
of birds in flight --
rising
falling
crisscrossing the sky
a winter’s eve
and a hot, deep bath
candlelight flicker
the moon and the stars
a rainy day
spent snug in my bed
the sun that smiles
and kisses my head --
peaceful
soothing
my soul well fed
those sleepy eyes
from sweet dreams wake
a hug he gives
my day he makes
and you, my love
you fill my heart
the gift of you
my world thou art
I close my eyes
my prayers I send
in the hush of the moment
these things never ...