For Karen Canning
May the snowdrops of spring come early
They should to greet such as you
May the stars shine ever more brightly
As they look down on you
A lover's serenade, a sweet caress
Zephyr music playing
One fond kiss, be blessed
With your Muse softly swaying
To the sweet song of birds, a lullaby
God's whisper in your heart
To all trappings wave goodbye
A new day, a new start
Embrace the light, hang on
It is essential
The dance of the sun at dawn
Fulfill your potential
May all nature sing with joy
Now that you have come into your own
The way a girl loves a boy
You are a woman, fully grown
You will reach rainbow's end
And taste of the treasures of old
You will find fulfillment in a friend
And walk on streets paved with gold.
Mary Shovlin 27th January 2004
