I dreamed a dream And you were you (but not exactly really) Taller Kinder Funnier Sweeter And you were almost dead (in bed) And I had come (with my new truck) And it was Valentines Day And you got up and said Come on, I want to go and buy your Grandma a silver chain And we toddled and wobbled to find my truck (of course I had forgotten where it was parked) And we got in And you said This is a pretty nice truck And I am seen and loved and understood And I see and love and understand Grandpa
Billet-Doux
A billet-doux to you Beloved To all those I’ve forgotten Hurt or neglected Over time and changing circumstance And through my paucity of love A billet-doux to you I’m grateful I had you in my life For hours (long or short) I’m sorry for our parting Through Neglect Or Offense (yours or mine) I forgive you for your part And I’m sorry for mine A billet-doux to you Beloved Be well Be well Be well