Calling Angels

Each night when I lay my head down to sleep, after a busy day
I close my eyes and still my thoughts, then I begin to pray

Angels, dear, if you are here, give me a sign or two
I love you dearly and in my heart, I know you love me too!

But silence fills my room at night as I pull my blankets close
Angels, can't you hear me call? Can you not hear my voice?

And morning dawns and I rub my eyes, and prepare to face a new day
Angels, where were you last night? Did you not hear me pray?

The day begins, and amid frowns and grins, I deal with what's on my plate
Before I know it the hours have flown and it's already getting late

Angels, have you heard my call, I wonder as I'm wont to do
I'm tired from a busy day called life, and I'd love to lean on you!

And then I remember those moments so sweet that graced my busy day
The cat who jumped in my lap while I worked and purring, curled up to stay

My dog who nuzzled my hand while I typed, and then lied down to sleep at my feet,
The dear friend who called me out of the blue, and words we spoke - oh-so-sweet!

The sun in the sky reaching warm rays of gold to keep me cheerful and warm
The walls of my house that although I forget - they are there to keep me warm

My family and loved ones, who can e'er be relied on, to be my support should I call
My precious companions on this earthly journey who'd catch me should ever I fall

The beautiful thoughts that have floated through me - their source must be from above
The magic of faith, hope and smiles in my heart, surely they're born out of love

And then I know that my angels are here, as sure as the night turns to day
Deep down I remember their whispers and wisdom that have guided me along my way

And then I smile with love and with thanks, that e'en though I sometimes can't see....
The angels live in my heart - and yours - and earth angels we'll always be!

(c) 2003 Zsuzsana Summer