Nostalgia

I could see your excitement Each time you picked up the phone The only thing you always asked— Daughter, when are you coming home Very soon, I always replied What can I get you father? Chocolate candy with a soft core You said, if it’s not a big bother I visited year after year Basking in your love and pride While rolling the candy in your mouth You smiled always,bright and wide Later I came and sat with you Looking into your eyes for recognition But I was lost deep in your haze A stranger worthy of suspicion I don’t know how to visit your house now The empty wheelchair would still be there Your nameplate hanging on the gate And mother—with her wrists bare Written on :11/26/2016 Contest:Nostalgia