Thursday, June 2, 2011

Joe

You swung hard. The ball soared through the sir, landing far away. You ran and ran, throwing the bat down. Already at second base, going so far in a matter of seconds. Your eyes engaged, you keep track of everything around you.
Everything but me, watching from a safe distance. You made it home and threw your arms around her neck, a smile on her face. I smile, too. Happy than you're happy.
My smile fades, yours gets brighter. Silent tears fall from my eyes. You're beautiful in everything you do.
Your laugh echoes its way to me. I miss that laugh and way you were up for anything.
I stand and watch as you sit, waiting for your turn to come again. I know they will. You're smart and charming.
You make me laugh and make me feel alive.
I'm far away now, walking back to my car. I wipe the tears away and know its goodbye. Never again will I see you in this summer light.
You laugh again. It wraps itself around me and  know I'll keep the memory tucked far away, safe.
But for now, I close the door and drive away.

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