One of the Few Things I'm Not Afraid to Promise

For My Little People

April Fox
when the dark folds around you
and fear clouds your mind
and the chaos outside tears your soul

when the night air is stifling
you're choking on sunshine
and water is fire to your touch

i will wrap you in starlight
and bathe you in grace
and chase all the monsters away

i will hold you beside me
i'll dream out your pain
i will never let go of your heart.

Published by April Fox

When she isn't writing for sites like livestrong and typef, April can usually be found with her head in a book, lying in the sun blowing bubbles, or perched near the stage listening to music and trying to av...  View profile

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