In the night

In the middle of the night
i listen for you sleeping
wait to feel your steady breath
in time so quiet keeping

Kiss the tears from both your eyes
whenever you are weeping
Love you in the morning light
and tend the life we’re seeking

Blog: https://ozarkwaterpal.wordpress.com/

Shawn Porter is an aspiring poet, musician / songwriter, organic farmer and forager, making home in the  Arkansas Ozarks.

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