Always

I left you standing there 

Not knowing.

Damaged ego and slightly pale.

Misguided

By the lies I tell myself.

Whispering.

Echoing.

Haunting. 

The sound of your voice 

Pulling 

Deep from within.

A single touch even deeper. 

I watch you waiting 

Every heartbeat a painful reminder. 

Lost amongst the trees

Walking hand in hand 

Weaving a beautiful tapestry 

With every word spoken.

Dragonflies and orange sunsets. 

Remembering.

Hoping.

I look back one last time to be sure, 

Painting a picture 

In the most vibrant of colors. 

Surrounding me. 

Holding me. 

As I breathe you in deeply

Gentle like a summer breeze. 

Carrying you with me 

Always 

For I could never truly 

Let you be.-