I wait all day
for a few stolen moments

a quick exchange
of words
that transform my world
from grey
to reds and golds

for you are autumn
dispelling winter
from my mind

you are the breeze
and early morning rain
that cleanse me

and when you're gone
you are mist
surrounding me

a blanket shawl
that comforts and calms me
with a hug

you are the very laughter
of the stars
that guard me

and most of all
when I feel down
I wear the smile


...you gave me...