THE LONG GOODBYE - POTD
They sit in silence at the table
Eating their evening meal
He gently wipes the food from her face
This life they now live still feels so surreal
She now sits in her recliner chair
While he makes her a cup of tea
Emotionless and still
She stares blankly at the T.V
He closes his weary eyes and remembers
The who she used to be
Her sweetness, her laughter
And a life together fulfilled and happy
Asleep now in her chair
He reflects on where she has gone
Alone and confused in her own mind
He has missed her for so long
He helps her put on her nightie
Gets her tucked into bed
His kisses her and voices “l love you my sweet”
As he gently strokes her head
She takes his hand and squeezes it softly
As a lone tear rolls down her cheek
He smiles ,cuddles and reassures her
Lovingly whispers “Oh there you are my sweet”!
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Deb M | Year Posted 2024
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