Many tears have passed this way,

Tainted memories of a bygone day;

Recollections of a sweet embrace,

A gentle touch as you stroked my face.

Moments lost in the passage of time,

Yet you pledged your life to share with mine;

I loved you then, I always will,

My heart is broken and my spirit still.

I close my eyes and hear your voice,

Those tender words I do rejoice;

Imagined image of your dazzling smile,

I have to stop and rest a while.

I catch my breath as I whisper your name,

It’s been a lifetime, could you feel the same?

So many questions, resolve is few;

I need to know… Do you think of me too?

The radiant flame of the candle light,

Reminiscent of love, once vibrant and bright,

Suddenly flickers and starts to die;

Just as your love did, I wish I knew why?

 
I carry your memory in my heart,

Shattered by grief when we had to part,

Life meanders on, for that is true;

My darling, there can never be… Another you!

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By:- Jane Gill-Wilson