Restoration
Debra Kim Picker 

Last night, as in a peaceful dream,
We sailed a tranquil lake at twilight
Rode shimmering waves that sparkled
Under a canopy of ancient stars
With the luminous glow of the moon
To light our peaceful way.

You whispered all your plans to me
Your hopes, dreams, greatest desires
And I shared all of mine with you
Knowing you would hold them close
And treasure each of them as deeply
As I have come to treasure you.

Today the whispering of the leaves
And the smoke of fires warm and true
Surrounds us and our loving embrace
In this serene and peaceful place
Where trees stand silent sentinel
Guarding all our secrets.

Together we watch this chilly world
Awaken from an icebound, sleepy dream
Giving way to restoration and renewal
As our hearts - once just as frozen
Find hope in all they long to share
Springing to life once more.
                -Kim Picker