I would forgive you
Even if it took you 25 years to call
25 years to turn up at my front door
I would still hold you with the same love
The same fire that burned between us
half a century ago
No amount of time and water
could stop me from burning
Raging flames still scream your name
I would forgive you for leaving
Emptiness remains in my chest
I’ve been praying for my heart to return home
Loving you in your absence has been a burden
I no longer wish to maintain without you
Love Notes, Fall 2018
J. Saunders
