Missing
MISSING
Today she walked into your room
And saw your empty chair
It has not sunk in yet
That you are no longer there
She thinks of the good times you had
Your laughter and your smile
Your kindness and affection
Your inimitable style
You were never one to judge
Treated everyone the same
When someone had a problem
It was to you they always came
Always a good listener
A true and loyal friend
All who encountered you
Knew on you they could depend
Six months have passed, Six long long months
No-one knows where you went
Your bank account has not been touched
Not one penny has been spent
Are you living on the streets?
Have you changed your name?
Did someone else commit a crime
And you thought you'd get the blame?
Did you have an argument
Or is it money that you owe?
Did you feel afraid or threatened
Why, oh why did you go?
A missing person ad on Facebook
Has had five thousand views
Members of your family
Have appealed on tv news
You may have seen your face
On a newspaper today
Please contact someone if your able
Let someone know you are ok
The room's you way you left it
But without you it looks bare
Your mum's greatest wish is to look in
And see you sitting in that chair
Copyright © Jenny Linsel | Year Posted 2017
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