For Sigyn

I didn’t look up at your face,

But I felt the warmth of your smile,

And I sensed the love in your eyes

As you held me in your gentle embrace.

Dispelling my fears,

Quelling my sorrow;

Banishing unshed tears,

Not giving pain a chance to grow.

As I rested my head against motherly breast,

I felt the drum of your heartbeat soothe.

As I felt your breath well up and out of your chest,

A wave of light joy within me ensued.

You gave a breath of life

To the once dulled flame of my hope.

In face of your strength, I can no longer

Convince myself that I am alone.

‘Twas but a moment we shared,

Yet it will stay with me forever;

And I will bear my heart fully open,

In honour of you, who showed you cared.