SAFE HAVEN

It came to me, like light

from the strongest star,

a realisation, awakening,

when I knew without fear

that we were bound together,

destined to share the shadows,

endure each other’s pain,

breathe one mutual breath.

There can be no kiss now without

escape, where heart is lifted

far beyond denial, where soul’s

release from past creates rebirth

through love and heartfelt joy.

You are my calm, my sanctuary,

where I have moored life’s craft,

now free of darkest nights of

war, long conflict of the mind,

of guilt at paths once taken

beneath the flag of pride.

Whatever time is left to us,

late summer, autumn, or the

starkness of a final winter,

we will survive through all each

trial may bring.

Strength, love, respect and understanding,

pillars to the palace of our hearts.

The stars will light our path and

we will find our way, as one.