Dance Barefoot in the Grass...
As you sleep...

...breathe in all the love that floats on the air between us,
like stardust made up of dreams and hopes and wishes.

I want you to be happy
Happy and good and kind

I want you to love life
Have fun and laugh often
Look around you in wonder
Know that the good outweighs the bad

I want you to find love
The kind of love your father and I
are lucky enough to share
A love that is lasting and deep and beautiful

I want you to soar
Allow yourself to make mistakes
and learn from them
Always ask questions and give your soul room to grow

Marvel at the stars, bask in the sun,
dance barefoot in the grass, run against the wind

Get your hands dirty, play hide-and-seek in the
summer twilight, feel as though you're flying
the first time you ride a bike, use your imagination
and live out the stories you create in your mind

Be free and fun. Be strong and wise and decent.

Know you are my heart.

All words and photos copyright C. Fox 2007