One Day

Can you please wake up? It’s been so long since I’ve seen your face. I miss the gentle raspiness of your voice And the sweet taste of watermelon on your lips. Your words give me a reason to live. They wrapped me within a blanket of optimism Every time you spoke. I understand the reason why you had to leave, But you couldn’t even say goodbye to me, Because you left so suddenly Why do you have to be so far? I constantly call you hoping you’ll pick up . I text you hoping you’ll somehow respond. But I know you won’t even bother. You’re off doing bigger and better things, And I can’t stop you from living your life the way you wanted. I occasionally walk by your old house, And reminisce on the memories we shared in that abandoned home. Like your mom making us homemade lasagna, And stealing kisses when she turned her back. But all that is just a faded memory. Every time I think of you, My tears flood the corners of my eyes. I just wish I can kiss your scars one last time, But the most recent cut Took you away from my arms, And moved you to a permanent place amongst the stars. So I’ll give you this single rose above your grave. As I promise to see you again. One day.