I find peace in the night,
darkness settles, the world falls asleep.
The air turns crisp, noise fades away,
At last, I can rest.

Off with the disguise,
no need to force a smile, 
no need to soften the truth.

Streets lie empty, sidewalks clear,
no eyes to meet, no strangers to fear,
no longer trapped beneath their stare.

Even broken things belong where they are,
unseen and free,
just the stars, the moon, and me.

She whispers gently, 
“You’re not alone, you can rest in my light.”

By day I miss her, the sun is so bright.
She waits just beyond its glare.

Her glow insists I’ll find my way.
A quiet promise before dawn. 

With her, I’ll stay. Yes, I’ll stay.