A Whispered Voice In The Night The darkness surrounds me, The deafening quiet fills my mind, The loneliness engulfs my heart, and I lay in the shadow of your memory.   The stillness is broken beside me, The ringing bell breaks the silence, The kindness of a hello blushes my cheek, and the night around me is a glow with new friendship.   The sound of his voice is calm, The essence of his laugh is joyful, The caring of his listening is thoughtful, and the excitement in his words fill me with anticipation.   The world seems less frightening, The future seems less bleak, The prospect of new adventure ensues, and the whispered voice in the night brings a smile or two.   The moment arrives for sweet good-byes, The rendezvous ends with apprehension, The morrow brings hope of another encounter, and I'm thankful for the brief diversion in the night.   The darkness again surrounds me, The vision of my lost love fills my mind, The loneliness without you engulfs my heart, and I lay in the shadow of my memories with you.   1/20/2002