in the serenity of the night
Peace
At last

Men are sleeping
Cats, exploring
Mice seek their sustenance, as men will do at dawn

Insomnia,
Those awake enjoy
The peace
Of the night

In her presence,
a quiet dawn breaks,
soft and steady,
like the first light of day.

Her heart speaks in whispers,
a language I’ve always known,
no words needed,
just a feeling,
like the earth calling me home.

Her smile is the calm
that stills the storm inside,
a gentle breeze on a restless sea,
where I can find peace,
where I can finally breathe.

She holds the weight of the world
with a grace that never falters,
turning every moment
into something warm,
something true.

I don’t need to understand it all—
I just need to feel it,
this quiet, tender magic
that wraps itself around me,
whispering that it’s okay
to simply be.

And in her gaze,
there’s a garden,
where every part of me can grow,
where every shadow finds its light,
and I can rest
in the softness of her soul.

We don’t need grand gestures to feel complete,
You kiss my forehead, I fall back to sleep.
You laugh at the way I burn all the toast,
But you still say, “You’re who I love most.”
We hold hands walking down quiet streets,
And talk about names for future kids.
It’s not perfect, but it’s our thing—
And the stars… they’ve seen everything.

They’ve watched the nights we stayed up late,
Dreaming about our wedding day.
They’ve seen us laugh, they’ve seen us cry,
But they still know we’ll be alright.
They’ve watched the way we kiss in the rain,
And how we let go of the pain.
They whispered, “This love is here to stay,”
And they twinkled brighter every day.

The stars know everything,
How you hold me close when the world feels too loud,
The way you smile when I’m lost in a crowd.
They twinkle soft when you say my name,
And I know it’s always been the same.
Yeah, the stars know everything,
How we dance in the quiet, hearts full of grace.
In every moment, in every embrace,
They shine brighter when we’re face to face.

We watch our favorite movies every Sunday night,
Eating pizza, laughing ‘til the morning light.
You make fun of the way I scream at the screen,
But I love how you’re right there, it’s a perfect scene.
We debate over which film we’ll choose,
But in the end, we always win, no matter the views.
It’s the little things that make me fall for you,
Like watching cheesy rom-coms ‘til we’re through.

They’ve seen the nights we stayed up long,
Talking ‘bout where we belong.
They’ve watched us laugh, they’ve watched us fall,
But they know we’ll rise through it all.
They’ve seen the way we kiss through the rain,
And how we turn our hurt into gain.
They whispered, “This love is here to stay,”
And they’ll guide us every step of the way.

The stars know everything,
How you hold me close when the world feels too loud,
The way you smile when I’m lost in a crowd.
They twinkle soft when you say my name,
And I know it’s always been the same.
Yeah, the stars know everything,
How we dance in the quiet, hearts full of grace.
In every moment, in every embrace,
They shine brighter when we’re face to face.

When the world shatters and the night feels too long,
I’ll hold you close, where we both belong.
In the chaos, you’re my calm, my light,
You’re the only reason I’m still fighting this fight.
Every tear that falls, every heartache we bear,
I’ll carry it all, as long as you’re there.
You are my anchor, my breath, my fire,
Every moment with you takes me higher.
When the storm rages, we’ll stand through the rain,
I’ll love you louder, in spite of the pain.
We’ll build our world with every scar,
No matter how far, we’ll be who we are.
And in your eyes, I see my home,
With you, I’m never alone.

I'm back.
But the stream already knew that.
My eyes feast on the clear sunlit bronze stream.
The bottom scattered with pebbles
possessing deep desires and last hope dreams.
Glossed white rushing rapids
are sliced in two by protruding stone.
Sometimes the meaning is
simply no meaning flowing over the stream's bones.
Free from the prison of my mind,
I meander barefoot
in the bubbling, sparkling water divine.
This hidden remarkable, the secret stream,
turns tranquil peace into creative steam.

1. Through a whisper in the dark, reminding them they are never alone.  
2. Through the quiet presence that asks nothing in return.  
3. Through laughter shared on a rainy day.  
4. Through the comfort of a warm hand, reaching out in silence.  
5. Through eyes that see past the flaws, embracing the whole.  
6. Through a word of encouragement, when doubt clouds their mind.  
7. Through a hug that lingers just long enough to say, “I’m here.”  
8. Through the sacrifice of your own comfort, for their peace.  
9. Through the patience to wait, knowing love is often about timing.  
10. Through a song sung softly in the morning, just to greet them.  
11. Through the way your smile brightens their worst day.  
12. Through knowing their dreams by heart, even before they say them.  
13. Through remembering the smallest details, because they matter.  
14. Through the way your heart skips a beat at their name.  
15. Through a quiet moment shared, when words aren’t needed.  
16. Through an open ear, listening to their fears.  
17. Through a shared glance that says more than a thousand words.  
18. Through standing beside them, even when the world doesn’t.  
19. Through an apology that shows vulnerability.  
20. Through the joy of seeing them grow, even if it means they leave your side.  
21. Through a night spent talking about everything and nothing.  
22. Through the simple act of being fully present, not distracted.  
23. Through the hands that hold tightly, never letting go in fear.  
24. Through a love that never tires of giving.  
25. Through the willingness to be vulnerable, letting them see your true self.  
26. Through the quiet bravery of trusting them with your heart.  
27. Through a shared cup of coffee in the morning, savoring the moment.  
28. Through the support you offer, even when it’s difficult for you.  
29. Through letting them find their own way, while still being there to guide.  
30. Through the peace found in simply being next to them.  
31. Through the sacrifices made quietly, without expecting recognition.  
32. Through forgiveness when it’s the hardest thing to do.  
33. Through the simple joy of waking up beside them.  
34. Through letting go of past hurts, to make room for healing.  
35. Through laughter that echoes in the quietest moments.  
36. Through the silence that says, “I’ll always be here.”  
37. Through a promise to always try, even when it seems easier not to.  
38. Through the shared experience of creating something beautiful together.  
39. Through the little things that make them feel seen, heard, and loved.  
40. Through sharing your fears and showing them that vulnerability is strength.  
41. Through holding their hand in the dark, when nothing else is certain.  
42. Through the way you give them space to be themselves.  
43. Through protecting their heart as if it were your own.  
44. Through the understanding that love isn’t always perfect, but it’s always enough.  
45. Through the comfort of knowing they’ll always have your back.  
46. Through your words that build them up, never tear them down.  
47. Through giving them time to grow, even when you wish they’d stay the same.  
48. Through giving without expecting, because love is never transactional.  
49. Through the trust that allows both of you to be fully yourselves.  
50. Through the silence that says, “I’ll always be here.”  
51. Through an unexpected gesture, just to show you care.  
52. Through remembering the things they never asked you to remember.  
53. Through letting go of your own fears, so they can face theirs.  
54. Through the quiet comfort of just sitting together, no need for conversation.  
55. Through your commitment, even when it’s easier to walk away.  
56. Through your patience when they’re not ready to speak.  
57. Through the moments where you give your all, and expect nothing back.  
58. Through creating a space where they feel at home in your heart.  
59. Through the way you admire them in the quiet moments.  
60. Through sharing your soul, knowing it will never be judged.  
61. Through the way you cherish the quiet moments, as much as the loud ones.  
62. Through holding on when they want to let go.  
63. Through saying “I love you,” without needing to say it.  
64. Through the joy of seeing them succeed, as though their success were your own.  
65. Through a shoulder to cry on, without the need for words.  
66. Through a gentle reminder of how strong they truly are.  
67. Through your belief in them, even when they can’t believe in themselves.  
68. Through shared memories that only the two of you understand.  
69. Through giving them the freedom to be who they are, without judgment.  
70. Through letting them know they’re never a burden, no matter what.  
71. Through your dedication to their happiness, even if it means sacrificing your own.  
72. Through the simple act of choosing them, every single day.  
73. Through the patience of waiting for them to come back, when they need space.  
74. Through the joy found in their smallest victories.  
75. Through the strength found in vulnerability, when you trust them with your secrets.  
76. Through the way you protect their heart, knowing it’s fragile.  
77. Through the way you find beauty in the way they see the world.  
78. Through sharing your insecurities, knowing they’ll be met with love.  
79. Through the way you admire them, even when they can’t see their own greatness.  
80. Through choosing kindness, even in moments of frustration.  
81. Through knowing their fears without them speaking a word.  
82. Through choosing to grow together, even when it feels uncomfortable.  
83. Through the way you embrace their flaws as part of their beauty.  
84. Through the moments where you challenge them, to help them grow.  
85. Through respecting their independence, while still offering support.  
86. Through the way you allow yourself to be fully loved by them.  
87. Through the softness in your gaze, when everything else feels hard.  
88. Through your willingness to learn from them, as they learn from you.  
89. Through your ability to make them feel like the most important person in the room.  
90. Through the way you let them in, even when it’s terrifying.  
91. Through the way you speak their name, like it’s the most beautiful sound.  
92. Through your desire to protect their heart, no matter the cost.  
93. Through the way you see their soul, beyond the surface.  
94. Through the love you give, expecting nothing but their happiness in return.  
95. Through the way you show them that they’re enough, just as they are.  
96. Through the way you make them feel safe, even in the chaos.  
97. Through the way you help them find peace, even when they don’t know how to.  
98. Through your unspoken promise to always fight for them.  
99. Through every moment of your love, showing them they are worth it.  
100. Through every breath, knowing that to love them is the greatest gift of all.