Even Strange Light Shines Forth

Is there ever artificial light?

sunlight and starlight,

northern lights and flashlights,

headlights and taillights,

and the nightlight down the hall

all illumine the gloom.

Even strange light shines forth -

Indoor incandescents,

office fluorescents

and plankton’s bio-luminescence -

glow worms and cats’ eyes,

fireflies and octopi!

And what about your inner sky

of light and love - the dreams

within your heart and mind?

Let them bless you.

Let them hold you.

Let them lead you home.

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Paul Hawkwood