one christmas

I awoke

and eased the urge
of morning

stuperly stumbling  
awkwardly aiming  
dimly by nightlight

shaken and eased
flapper rushing
ballcocks dreadful hiss

altering course
crossing the hall
through another door

slipping inside
her room to glimpse
tiny gentle breathes

precious daughter
infinite jewel
heart of dreams

-dp-

12-25-14