Shadow Star

I would like to close my gate,
Bimen, live in seclusion,
And look away from the clouds

That are always lit like flames,
That are always inflamed. Dark
Desert or woods would soothe me.

I’ve had enough of faces
Glowing in every window.
A sky is enough for me.

The brightest moon won’t wake me.
I sleep best when I’m alone.
If I get up, I won’t dress.

If I watch for the shadows
Of night-flying birds, I’ll cry
Out in delight at a glimpse

Of something that could be one.
Leave the road unpaved and rough.
Leave me a world dark enough.