the mirror in my dream

Last night I saw you A child with my face Radiant with a light I'd forgotten At first I was afraid Of your gentle reflection But you waited,patiently Turning fear into love Your voice was pure honey Words were soft but strong Teaching me that kindness Is not weakness but wisdom You held up a mirror Not to shame me But to guide me home To the part of me that believes In compassion without limit I woke in in gratitude and promised myself I want to be like you When I grow up