A Maiden's Tale

written October 8, 1994

A Maiden's Tale
by jennie kathryn


In the dark of night
when even the stars won't shine,
the lonely maiden sits there wondering
"Will I ever have someone who's mine?"
She's not asking too much, is she?
Isn't that what all ladies say
to the stars when they feel lonely
hoping their dreams will find their way?
The wind sweeps through her hair
on this cool autumn night.
If only a young man were near
to see this beautiful sight.
But, alas, she waited there forever,
even wished on each morning's dew,
but no young man ever came
to whisper the words: "I love you."