Leave me alone!

I do not need the pain

of half healed wounds

torn open.

I do not need the

sting of tears held captive

behind dulled eyes.

 

Where were you

when I waited in vain,

for one small message,

card or painting made for me?

Now in my ending days

you wish to rip the scar tissue

built on your indifference.

 

My life is nearly over.

No more the luxury

of future plans.

The make believe,

the fantasies and dreams.

Only the scolding of the past

and deep regrets.

 

Yes I still love you.

Though I do not know you.

In my mind you are as I left you.

Who is this woman who says

that she is you?

What do you want from me?

 

Leave me not alone.

Leave me with a smile

not tears.

Leave me with love

and the sound of your voice

echoing through the ages

in my heart.

David Garlick, Victoria,August, 1995