Harbor Lights

Before us, the harbor unfurls its tapestry of lights, Serried jewels winking on numberless nights. Onshore, they’re jostled in a million-starred galaxy, Into the harbor they spill in a gleaming frenzy. Neon tassels they are, shimmying on dark water, Startled by passing ships, they break and scatter. High above, the sky glitters with a crowded glory, Affords the earthbound lights no lofty sanctuary. Of finding welcome the itinerant lights despair, In vain they have searched for a peaceful lair. Then, out of the night, a twinkle starts to beckon With infinite gladness, like a love-filled beacon. Lured are the lights to where this promise lies, Hurrying in flight, till they reach your blessed eyes. In those limpid pools they arrive and congregate, Join the resident sparkle, a new luster they radiate. I know well their rapture, a joy so mighty, For in your eyes, I too have found luminous beauty.