You are away.
Gone from my sight.
My arms reach out,
And embrace empty air.
My ears strain for the sound of your voice,
And there is only silence.
I inhale, hoping for the scent of you,
But only ashes remain.
My fingers strain,
For the feel of your soft hair,
The smooth skin of your hands.
But touch absence.
Nothing can bring forth,
Your laugh, your breath.
Where have you gone my darling one?
Your Spirit has danced away,
To a timeless land,
With no point of entry,
Save one.
Countless tomorrows,
Like fun house mirrors,
Reflect images distorted by time.
And gazing upon them,
Is a lonely, aging mother,
Longing for your return.
An Unexpected Life 