By My Side 

Clouds may hide the sun from view,
their grey a deep and somber hue;
the wind might blow,
and lightning strike, 
but I feel safe when I'm with you.

Some troubles might seem hard to bear;
might hang like smoke in stagnant air,
but there will be
light shining through
my days are bright because you care.

There was a time I might have cried;
might have faltered in my stride,
but now I know
I can be strong
as long as you are by my side.
	

august 2005
Janet Reid