finding her asleep

you look so pretty so early up
before you start to perform.
you look different - formed
your hair floats
the muscles under your skin show
they gather and smooth.
and you watch
like you never have.
your hands quiver
stencilled calligraphy
self-conscious shoulders - dont relax

i believe in you now
i believe in you.
i want to keep you.
i kno im about to watch you go
but i'll stay up tomorrow nite
and meet you by the mirror while we sleep.
3-4-05