After sunset

We lie on a blanket after sunset.

The night falls softly 

in gathered folds - 

a gown of richest velvet.

We watch as stars 

are spun out upon it - 

scattered diamonds 

in vast array.

Out of the dark,
outside our comprehension, 

in enormity and complexity - 

galaxies wheel and turn.

You turn to me now - 

seal the moment with a kiss

and I am grounded, 

rooted in your earth.

© Jennifer Phillips (All rights reserved)

Scattered stars - ESA/Hubble & NASA