Yet another party is over, the last one
speeding the new year on its way.
Already we have left the restaurant
its last dregs of people lingering,
...
Back at home, and a year ago
it was uncertain, I hated
being at home and not knowing
if my future held my dreams.
...
This long night has been wonderful,
in almost every possible way.
I stand, finally alone,
quiet in the garden while the stars above me shine.
...