My Big Brother

I saw you once, Too long ago A grin so wide spread across your face. Your eyes shone bright, And gave you light, Giving life a sweeter taste. You held me once, You came so close, You took me in your arms and then. You promised me, An endless care, My family as well as friend. I felt you once, Flow through my veins, I felt our hearts beat as one in time. I walked with you, I held your hand, Comparing your footsteps with mine. You lead me once, You helped me through, Discomfort and uncertainty, We smiled as one, And moved as one, And graced each other's company. We quarreled once, I hardly know, When it came reality, But don't you know, We both let go, Our friendship met fatality. I lose you once, We stretched and strained, Attempting to clasp hands again We broke the bond, Untied the knot And then our efforts had to end. We dissolved once, Melting quickly, Into disappointment we, Fought and struggled To revive it But it will never really be. You loved me once, Bid it farewell, Though there will never be another. I'll dry my eyes And smile for you. I'll love you always; My big brother.