The Promise

I spoke to the stars last night;
I walked among them,
held Orion’s belt in my hand
as he talked of life and loss
and sweet pleasures,
then I wandered westward
across the universe

I bathed in the blue-white glow
at Merope’s side
and watched the sisters dance
to the subtle sound of harp
played on the wind

I talked to them of love,
and when morning broke
they kissed me
with the warmth of parting friends
and made me promise
to bring you with me
next time



march 2007
Janet Reid


   
Honourable Mention 
Free Verse Poetry
19th Annual 
Timmins Daily Press Literary Awards
May 2007



Awarded by Poetic Constellations ~ Thomas, March 8, 2007