illusions

As light gently strokes the cold earth

The curtain is drawn to expose the set

Cordial recognition celebrates birth

Accepting the past you can't forget

Familiar comfort to a face of peace

The night of self promise and new hope

Allowing heavy burdens to finally release

We push so hard left tightly held close

Your strength is balanced by grace

A beauty only seen in a sacred place

I look into your eyes to only see

You looking at a man only you can set free.