For My Parents & Others Who Miss Me

I am sending love to you tonight,

Wrapped in stars and silver clouds.

My hugs and laughter find their way over the oceans with ease,

Skimming across the dark surface of the water.

But all I can send is my love and light.

My shoulders and head stay here in the shadow of green mountains,

And my toes splash in water clear as glass.

You see, I am walking a path that winds forever on and on,

And I may sometimes pass from your sight.

But do not be angry with me,

Please say goodnight to me each evening even though I don’t sleep beside you;

I will hear the love in your lullaby

Even though you may sing it to an empty room!

I know God’s ears listen at all windows,

And He whispers into all lonely ears.