a lifetime ago
a lifetime ago, i knew i'd have you, (a son)
wrapped around my cobwebbed heart,
your tiny fingers, curious and smart.
                                            following the sound.
i see the sun in your eyes 
                              and the moon at your fingertips. 
i promise to make the world as safe as silk for you.
and i will eat away all the sadness and confusion, just
for you.     all  i desire 
                          as an artist, as a lover, as your mother,

is for you to cherish this telling silence, 

find love in small spaces,
and  create a definition for your soul. 

                                            i promise you, 
a lifetime ago, i knew you'd me mine.
                                                   ( son )