the angels

everyone has a guardian
angel
she tells you, handing
you a book on
angels.
there is one for
all of us, protecting us,
watching over
our lives, keeping
us safe, at least until
it's time.
how do you know this,
you ask, turning
the pages of the book
looking at
the beautiful paintings
of angels
by Michelangelo.
I just know,
I can feel the presence
of mine everyday
beside me, she says,
and I see
the aura of yours.