Remember me Smiling


My thoughts wander often,
to the stony pathways;
together we walked them,
in silence so deep.

A castle our own -
the ruins eternal;
alight in the evenings,
with moonlight so pure.

Nights there were countless -
your hand fit mine;
exploring the heavens,
with long, solemn gaze.

At last we did leave them,
when fate bid us welcome,
and went our own ways -
promising yet to meet.

I waited so long,
for you to come after…
but never a thought,
did you give for me.

So… I wandered on,
and left no word waiting;
now your turn to wonder,
and hold hope in vain.

If ever you see me,
in firelight, or shadow,
remember me smiling -
as I was before.

For often I sorrow,
and wish you not see me;
in the darkness crying,
as befits my nature.



(c) 2002 Robert H. Harrison