So Many Stars

Photo: (c) Stu Jenks, Growler Mountains

I love the darkness;

It is the only canvas that will do

for light.

Tonight the lights are stars,

so many stars

all choosing to cluster right here,

above my mountain.

I have heard stars sing.

Once.

Many three times.

It takes a special kind of night

and a special kind of stillness –

the kind within.

The kind my mind is not inclined to.

But I’ve succeeded when I haven’t tried.

When it happens it makes you wonder:

Why haven’t I been listening?

I can shed a tear for the lovely things

I have missed the opportunity to love.

So, so many stars.

© 2013/Jamie K. Reaser

From "Snow Days: Reflections by Candlelight" (a work in progress)

Many thanks to Stu Jenks, wonderful photographer and friend, for

use of the image. http://www.fezziwigpressonline.com/