Guardian Angel

I write to you, my Protector,

Who has kept me safe, though a spectre

You, so angelic in nature,

Watched me grow and mature

Into a person whom, I hope, will do you proud.

We have been through so much together,

Through rain and shine and terrible weather.

When I encountered a bullsnake,

You deterred it, made its spirit quake.

When I drove into a ditch two hours after midnight,

Or,

When I skidded sideways down the highway at fifty-five,

You kept my mother from feeling such misery and spite.

When my future as a soldier was vague,

You lead me on the path I could endure.

Guardian Angel, in my mind you're so elegant.

I imagine around me your wings so extravagant.

I envision you dressed in white

So bright

You dazzle me into awe.

You guide me into my future,

And when my heart bleeds, you're my suture.

If I could ask you one question,

It would be a humble suggestion.

I would like to know your name.

I'm not asking for much,

It's just - not knowing's a shame.

That way I can properly thank you

For it was me you never outgrew.

I know I am a handful at times.

I curse and sin and cause such roguish crimes.

I think I often drive you mad

But please, I don't want you to be sad.

You know me better than anyone.

You know my deepest secrets and my dismal thoughts.

I live to enjoy life and have some fun.

So, I mind as well be in space as an astronaut!

Because, yes I dare say, I am out of this world.