Friend A Long Time Gone

Thank you for taking time out of your day

To visit if only for a minute or two.

I’ve missed our talks.

We’ve been through a lot,

And you needed to talk today, didn’t you?

Wish I’d been able to sit for a while

And listen to all of your news,

But I was surprised and I found myself talking

Too much, when you needed to.

I’d like to apologize and open my heart

To take in what you needed to say.

Your eyes said so much,

You controlled yourself well.

I hope you find healing someday.

And after you’ve gone again for a while,

I hope we will be able

To visit again —

Really visit again.

Did I say that I’ve missed our talks?

We’ve been through a lot, you and me.

Safe travels, my friend.

Be good to yourself.

And remember your way back home again.

By Diane E. Dockum

Marble Hill Press