(A piece of Christy poetry, inspired by Neil and Christy’s scene by 
the river in the final episode "Road Home.")



                                                            MOMENTS OF LOVE


                                                         It was quiet by the river,
                                                       It was calm - he felt at peace.
                                                       This was his place of solace,
                                                       Where he could seek release.
                                                      An escape from all the problems
                                                       That were troubling his soul,
                                                   He’d shared this special place with her
                                                         And felt alive and whole.
                                                        For she had needed comfort
                                                      And had turned at once to him,
                                                      Now, leaning back into his arms
                                                         Her doubts began to dim.
                                                   She somehow knew he’d keep her safe
                                                      His hands were strong and sure,
                                                       Encircling and protecting her
                                                          She felt alone no more.
                                                      The sun played on unruly curls
                                                       That framed his rugged face
                                                      His eyes gazed deeply into hers,
                                                         Her heart began to race.
                                                      He spoke of beauty unsurpassed
                                                     Naught else would stand a chance
                                                      She held his heart - for after all,
                                                       What mattered but the dance?

                                                               Susie Brown
                                                                 6-22-98