Watching Loved One Sleep

In the quiet hush of night, I softly tread,

To watch my love in peaceful slumber's bed.

A tranquil moonbeam paints a gentle trace,

Upon your face, a dreamer's secret place.

Your breath, a whispered melody, so sweet,

In tranquil rhythm, tender, soft, and fleet.

The world outside may whirl in wild array,

But in this moment, cares all drift away.

I marvel at the beauty that I see,

In you, my love, in your serenity.

Your eyelids flutter in a dream's embrace,

As I, a silent sentinel, keep pace.

I see the lines of worry start to fade,

As love's protective warmth, your form has swayed.

In dreams, I hope you find the peace you seek,

As I, in watching, find my own heart's peak.

To see you rest, in dreams unknown to me,

Is like a tranquil symphony, so free.

The feeling of your presence in this night,

Is like a gentle kiss, a soft, warm light.

So as I stand, a silent sentinel's plea,

I cherish this sweet moment, you and me.

Watching you sleep, my heart's own lullaby,

In love's embrace, I'll stay, 'til morning's nigh.