As I Weep

Once you lay down
And drift into sleep
Know that I am up
Thinking of you as I weep.

Once the dreams begin
Do you see someone else or me?
Do you mumble another's name;
Is it 'her' face you see?

The minute you rise
From your slumber
Do you know what you dreamt
And do you keep it locked under-cover?

Once another day is complete
And you fall asleep
Remember, I am up thinking of you,
As I weep.