Frightful Slumber

Thunder crashed within the night
And tore me from my dreams.
The rage it seethed filled me with fright,
As the metal lightening gleamed.
The rain came down in sharpened daggers,
Seeking destruction on the land.
With fear, my heart began to stagger
As I sought my lover's hand...
My beloved lay beside me,
Fair cheek pressed against my chest.
He appeared to dream quite soundly -
Completely undisturbed within his rest.
The thunder crashed, I grabbed him close
And weeped into his ear:
"Fair prince of mine, you love me so!
Please, do not leave me here!"
His strong arms came around me
And hugged me close against his frame
And cuddled me and held me
Til he whispered me my name:
"Sweet Nightingale," he spoke soothingly
"Please don't tremble at the storm.
I will not let it hurt you, lovely,
I will keep you safe and warm.
And please remember this, my sweet,
Though I depart for a little time,
I promise I will not leave
How can I? You possess my heart and mind."
So he held me til the storm subsided
And once again I dreamed.
"There is no need to be frightened."
My beloved softly breathed.
And so we two in warm embrace
Slept soundly the night through.
Naught disturbed our time and space
And I knew your love was true...


....


Sweet Prince of mine, be patient please
My past keeps catching up.
As we both know, I scare easily
And it is hard for me to stop.

But if I can see your smiling face
And hold your trusting hand,
I will walk with honor through these days
And I will find the strength to stand...

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