NIGHT WAVES


The night warm with summers quiet

The wind roaming from the west

A sliver of moonlight caressing the hillside

A candle flickering slowly


The scent of roses filling the air

Weakening senses with each breath

In the center of the flower bed

The dinner table stood empty


The years have passed seemingly without notice

When was the last time we danced

Or walked along the beach

The storms have long ago vanished


Passion has found a place in the past

Music isn�t heard anymore

Since you left this earth

Watching the candlelight I see your eyes flickering in the night


Michael V Hechtman Copyright 2000