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Jumping waves

Just wait with me. Hold my hand? Jump the waves that reach the sand. 
They push me over when I stand alone, I'm not sure I am strong enough on my own. 
When you are here, life isn't so dark and it's a lot less lonely with the warmth of your heart. 
Can you jump these waves with me a little while longer? 
They're easier to stand up against when together we're stronger. 

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CRANE FLIES

 

CRANE FLIES

 

You are my crane fly who flutters

on gossamer thin crystal wings,

turning to face the sun as you go through the air.

Now I see your beauty as strong and as delicate,

now that you are my girl.

We enjoy life at our own steady pace

doing our own little bit having a laugh.

I see you smile, your face lightens

in the midday sun as you look i...

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