5. "Beautiful"

Written 4-11-1999

You were standing by the lake
I remember the smile I liked to make
Upon your lips, so soft and full
The music of your laugh
As we chose another path
I touch your face, with a whisper of, "Beautiful"

I ran my fingers through your hair
When it got messed-up, you didn’t care
Your sparkling hazel eyes made mine seem dull
And we lay upon the grass so green
You ask me what I’m thinking
I look down over your face, with a murmur of "Beautiful"

You kiss my lips so gently
And it hard to believe that you’re with me
You ask about my hesitation like this
Not a word escapes my lips
Asking why dreams cannot exist
My eyes open to the cruel loneliness

So now only as I dream
It’s the only time I see
My one and only beautiful