Sleeping at last

You taught me the courage of stars before you left: How light carries on endlessly, even after death.

I'd give anything to hear You say it one more time, That the universe was made Just to be seen by my eyes.

Now all the memories they're haunted.

With shortness of breath, you explained the infinite. How rare and beautiful it is to even exist.

I'll defend your every breath. I promise I'll do better. I will soften every edge, Hold the world to its best. I promise I'll do better. With every heartbeat I have left, I'll def…

Though your heart is far too young to realize The unimaginable light you hold inside.

If love's elastic, then were we born to test its reach? Is it buried treasure or just a single puzzle piece? It's poison ivy beneath our brave and trusting feet.

Cry wolf, cry mercy, cry the name of the one you were raised to believe Cry heart, cry yourself to sleep, cry a storm of tears If it helps you breathe.