……over the edge

that adds to the bed’s protection

as you lie there in

the emptiness of night ,

that fills the void

and adds to the recharge

with reassurance and confidence

that sleep gives back ,

softness curled beside one’s spine

that adds to the heat

beneath the feathers

and wrapped in sheets ,

hugged to you, sustained comfort

that adds to the hearts effort

to keep temperatures level

and partners , to be one

in this warmth….

dwk