The day begins
First in the darkness
Of waning Night who is
Trying to hold on to your secrets
Not completely visible
To anyone
Not to the Darkness itself
Not even to you
I close my eyes
And listen
To the voices shadowed in the darkness
Hoping that their sounds
Echo other sounds that
Encourage and bring you hope
When I open my eyes
I am startled
That time did not stand still
The pale blue and pink
Of clouds and light
Have gently taken the shadows
That Night held in its heart
As an act
Of love and protection
And put them away
For a respite
For peace
Until the moment descends again
To hold and protect
The secrets that trouble you
And keep you from feeling completely
Free
As the morning dawns
I pray
For restoration
