Daylight Starlight

Daylight Starlight

 

A man once told me outright:

“I wish there were stars in the daylight.”

I smiled at his narrow sight,

Knowing it wasn’t right,

But not wanting a fight.

 

He said the stars were due:

“To be seen in the daylight too.”

I smiled at his limited view,

Knowing it wasn’t true,

But not wanting to argue…

 

I don’t think he’s been able to see:

The stars in every shard

Of the surface of the sea.

 

I believe he’s missed:

The twinkle in every eye

Beaming precious happiness.

 

I don’t reckon he’s seen the reflection:

Light ignites in a diamond

As it reverberates perfection.

 

What about the light in every tear,

The love shining through

Conquering every fear?

 

Or the drops in a waterfall,

Sunlight on the silver pool,

Projecting a rainbow wall?

 

Nevermind the sun-kissed dew,

That’s cradled in leaves and petals

Gleaming for all to view.

 

Yes, I know, millions of stars

Decorate the night, it’s true,

But, I also know, millions of stars

Surround us in daylight too.