Still my darling
Upon my breast,
Sleep near to me,
Forever rest.

I am longing 
To protect you,
Keep you ever
Safe and blessed.

Still, you will grow
Wander further,
Dearest from 
My loving arm,

Learn of things
This world does offer,
May beset you,
Bring you harm.

Still, a lamp burns
In my window,
Calling you
To turn from fear,

Come my darling
Claim the peace,
That is your own,
To me draw near.

Still within me
No more to roam,
Full of faith now,
Coming home.

Copyright 2016. L.L. Shelton