Goodnight

A poem by Brian Dammier.

A milk white shoulder illuminated by the moon so full
Glows translucent like a specter in the night

Limbs intertwined
A large blue blanket tucked to the corner of the bed

Sounds of restless souls inhabiting the endless night float through thewindow
Heard in the distance like the last tremblings of a long forgotten storm

Counting the freckles on your back
Until the long, vestigial breaths of sleep arrive

A warmth radiates through our bodies
The glow of two hearts beating in unison

A kiss on your neck
Slow and calculated

A lover’s goodnight