The Promise

I keep the promise 
you made to me
fondly on the mantle

still wrapped
and with the gold
bow you tied so tenderly.

Should you return
some day, my love,
we'll unwrap it together

and maybe love forever.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2019

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Romios Avatar
May 5, 2019 at 3:30 AM
Really a superb write, we feel your pain Panagiota
Andresen Avatar
May 2, 2019 at 7:10 AM
- Touching ... but optimistic, great written Allen - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
Bangalee Avatar
May 2, 2019 at 12:41 AM
you should come back o dear though in dark or light; cause love waits here.
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