Warming light Swallowtails before my eyes Rising fog In a fragrant daybreak Blooming lies That nothing dies (You know you won't) And we're beside The cold and swollen lake Find relief while holed up within the arms of your mother Rise the April moon Like a leaf unfolding its skin to be with the others I will grow with you Everlight Flaming bright before my eyes Paradise In a listless swelter Hard and dry To realize (I know you won't) Burning nights Are the ones you've long awaited Find relief while submerged within the bounty of summer Rise the August moon Like a leaf that's bold in the sun that beats like a drummer I'll float over you Then the chill is taking hold Brown and bowing flowers teach you truths you've always known: All that's red and gold will go You'll find relief while holed up within the arms of a lover Rise the waning moon Like a leaf still holding the limb and giving you cover I'll be going soon I'll be going soon