Ode to a Whirlwind

May I define you by what you add 

To my life

The joy I feel knowing you see me
As I wrap your love around 

My shoulders
Like a warm blanket, a shield

Do you know how your love

Empowers me
The courage I find at hand because of you
I know you don't have any idea

How powerful you are
What is accomplished 

Because of your strength

You empower me with a full understanding
And graciousness that astounds
You are a whirlwind

I, the leaf

j e billheimer