Once as day turned pale I turned my eyes on you, Once as shadows became waters, I turned my ears on your breath, Once as silence grew like memories, I was there, cradling your weary soul. "Guide us to relaxing night, spread your wings and touch the light, grant us rest and give us peace, stay with us, our sleep to seize." Once as night drew near, I was with you.
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