were i so wise

were i so wise

i’d not have hoped
and dreamed
(too) so much

or believe(d) in miracles
(like i do)

or wish(ed) everyone

i did love(d) so

wouldcouldwas
alive and free (and warm) forever

beyond the days given me
that i wouldn’t have to hurt
or grieve

but then

it’s not at all unwise
i know (or even blessed enough)
i've been

to have held on you
and not let go
amen