a dull ache,
a crashing pain.
wistfulness from afar,
love from within.
a smile with watery eyes
disguising the heartache.
tales pass through lips,
minds strengthening memories.
imagining him at your side,
knowing he won't be there,
but wondering anyway.
wanting to see the past
and stay in the present
and experience the future.
thinking about whether
you're meant to be
or if the finality will reign.
weather, cities,
conversations, the world,
bringing you back
to memories with him.
his special touch
stayed with you -
and it will always stay.