After all this time..
I can't believe that I've found
the key to my heart..
This heart that has been
repeatedly torn and shattered and broke
never to be repaired.

After all this time..
My heart feels whole,
The wounds less deep..
My spirit has not been awaken
in so many years...
until now

After all this time...
there is a spark of light
in the center of my being again..
renewed life and joy..
and a very deep sense
of love...and awe.

After all this time..
I cry out of happiness
and disbelief at the love
that now radiates not only from me
but is returned to me
mutually and unselfishly..

After all this time..
I am at peace and feel whole
so when I lay down 
to rest for the last time..
I can be thankful for this love
after all this time..

- Jae 5-17-97