Losing You

I have a friend I cannot hold when she needs it most.

No adhesive made of man
could er' reattach
each fragmented shard
of this...

a mirror held up to me
in your pained eyes.

Shattered
you slump into unmown grass
that grows
around weariness of feet
itching to run...

to flee

leaving footprints
pained
scarring virgin flesh.

Retracing your steps
I find
a single tear drop
framed upon wilted rose
and weep

...where are you?

Author's Note

This is for my friend she knows who she is and I wish I could do more than just tell her it will be alright, arms cannot cross the oceans as easily as can my words.

Reviews

[Raspberry Rebel]

Words like these can be just has soothing and comforting as the tightest hug, regardless of distance...I know when I was hurting my best friend wrote a poem or two for me that put everything into perspective...Your friend can't go wrong with you in their corner xxx A beautiful heartfelt read hon.

[Daytonight]

This is a beautiful poem for your friend and I am very sure she appreciates it very much.