for Molly

[manic966]

Kardia Chartis

I have never been where you have been,

so I looked to the land for signs of passage.

Over mountain trails of memories, through

forests of time I tracked you.

Each time I thought I couldn’t go on my eyes felt

the pull of your gravity.

I know my journey to find you is nothing compared

to the travails you faced to get where you are.

When I finally catch up you are weary, and have fallen

prey to time and circumstance.

You grow more disheartened with each step

along your path.

I am here now, though, to tell you that your

days and nights should shine with hope.

Your magic could keep the sun in the sky

and cannot wither under the weight of life.

I will be your guide when you need me; to lead you

home I need only follow the map of my heart.

9.25.07

manic