For Emily

For Emily
What i dream i had, dressed in organdy
clothed in crinoline, of smoky burgundy
softer than the rain
I wandered empty streets, down past the shop displays
i heard cathedral bells, tripping down the alley ways
as i walked on
And when you ran to me your cheeks flushed with the night
we walked on frosted fields of juniper and lamplight
i held your hand
And when i awoke and felt you warm and near

i kissed your honey hair with my grateful tears
oh i love you, girl
Oh, i love you