Twice monthly I usher her in
with song and candlelight
pleased am I to meet my queen
her presence fills the void within
warmth and goodness encompass me
peace, happiness her feelings bring
an inner contentment of no uncertain means
her mantle of kindness she drapes over me
I am gratified emotionally for the peace of mind
the freedom of concern she cloaks me with
as the evening wears on I sing more songs to her
my heart ever lighter, my mind ever clearer
I serenade my queen with lyrics of ancient times
feeling relieved from matters of wordly thought
I turn to my beloved Queen
with toast of wine in hand
as fondly I bid her farewell
until we meet once again.

Herbert Holzbauer
© April, 2004

Midi: "I Like Chopin"
(Tokyo/Pagoda)

Art: "Kiddush Cup"
Artist: David Yohana