Love

 

(A lady whispers at Saint James.) 

Our love has always connected us, two sacred souls defying the dust of immortality. 

We met slowly in school, missed the ride, but fate brought us together again. 

We then loved fiercely, refusing to be lonely. 

We crossed the point of no return and got married.

Stood in the final circle of poetic vows and declared boldly, "I do." 

Then I kissed you. 

You passed away what seemed like yesterday as the setting sun set. 

And as I sit here, with our three children, on Sunday.

I refuse to forget, while I still breathe. 

For you are the only one, I’ll ever need.  

(C)

Copyright John Duffy

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