Farewell

So you left, quietly, softly.
I thought we had more time,
And I wasted it, mindlessly,
And the loss was mine, all mine.

Slowly the night came,
And I felt the cold wind.
I paused, whispered your name,
You almost answered, it seemed.

You said you would, and I could,
But I did not pay attention.
The little bird flew to the woods,
Not a single word was mentioned.

Now I walk again, but not alone,
Not abandoned in the dark,
The memories are strong,
And I carry them in my heart.