at night your breath fell peaceably
and you agreed to walk with me
in dew-dropped wheat, and far afield
i lost your name in the flaxen sea.
miles and miles from here i'll seek
to find the pulse your heart should beat.

at dawn your eyes were pricked with light
and you agreed to morning flight
across the lake, where in the sun
i couldn't see you in skies so bright.
miles and miles from here i'll look
to find the tide your wanderings took.

at noon your skin was dry and grey
and you agreed to run away
to seek shade where secrets are safe;
i forgot what burdens weigh.
miles and miles from here i'll quest
to find the place where you can rest.

at dusk your smile slowly grew
and you agreed to show me through
the darkened paths you wander where
i always guessed but never knew.
miles and miles from here i'll search
to find the whispers where they perch.