Night Sky Magic

It’s funny how the sky 
seems to revolve around my head
when I lie beneath the moon
on clear dark nights 
and read the stars
that have told so many stories
through endless time. 

It’s magic, how this midnight arc 
so high above the world 
can mesmerize the soul 
just like a soothing tune
to take away the heat of busy days
— no bells, no whistles —
and leave a satisfying sigh.


september 2005
Janet Reid