Such a Simple Dream

 

All is beautiful now

In this midnight hour

And I am filled with peace,

Waking from a dream

In which I heard her speak

This once in seven years.

She said, 'Willoughby

(Our great white Persian cat)

Is a bit under the weather.'

Indeed, he looked scruffy

But sidled over to me

And I lightly scratched his head

And woke immersed in calm.

Such a simple dream

To bring this strange delight,

Bathing me in bliss.