I see your face behind closed eyes
feel your breath against my skin
my heart walled in the mortar of despair
I have never felt this way before
nor want to feel this way again
listening to the songs we share
connecting with you in the only way I can
until you're here in my arms
how I wish my heart could fly
over oceans deep and wide
if only my love could give me wings
I would come to you and hold you
it might be only for a moment
but a moment's all I need
to fill this emptiness within
until you're home safe with me again





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