Last Night

Confusion reigning in my head, Last night I walked, surrendered bed, As path led me beside the bay My soul breathed in the 'milky way.' Enjoined by magic of it all, A star-stunned bat, and feeling small, I saw her then, in paradise, Embracing Earth with pleasured eyes, Although the night was very dark, A tenderness lived in her spark, A precious gem that would not hide, Her glow conspired to be my guide, Cold warmth that came from such a height Sealed my enchantment with her light, Alas, at last, awoke the dawn And my beloved star was gone. Long Tooth April 4, 2016 Poet’s Note: Inspired by Mohammed Anas Affan’s Poem “My Past Night.” He is a student I am advising on PoemHunter.com.