sacred

here in the dark

lying next to you

our bodies so close

your presence overwhelms

searching the darkness

seeking a safe harbor

you see me as I am

frightened and strong at once

here in the dark

trust is difficult to find, harder to give

lay your head on my chest

feel my beating heart

I used to fear the dark

full of all that would do us harm

scared of what I could not see

now I embrace the mystery

we whisper in the dark

in this place so full of secret pain

ancient demons that roam our minds

searching for the cracks in our faith

help me hold the darkness at bay

let's escape into the moonwashed night

holding each other in a dreamy embrace

here in the dark we are sacred