A poem to my heart
—dedicated to Tiffany

I can't mend the past with a waving wand
And I'm not a knight in shiny armour, 
But I can embrace you and seal your wound; 
Hold you tight and be your stormless harbour. 
I am not strong, nor am I wise enough
To take away your pain and agony; 
But I will stand by you when life is tough
And I'll protect you, like your sanctuary. 
When I am not around; when I'm not near, 
I will wish upon the constellations
To let me carry for you your dark fears; 
To exchange your tears with scintillation. 
My love for you is more enduring than stone; 
So please believe me that you aren't alone.

Dale Chou
2000-04-02