A Lover's Last Words

In times when love is not often seen,

One man found a girl that made life serene.

“Hello, my love, how are you today?

It’s been eight years since you passed away.

My heart grows fonder with each year.

Forever my lady, my lover, my dear.

Though through the years, time took its toll,

When I met you, I met a mate for my soul.

I’d fight for your love through the seven seas.

Why, oh why, did you have to leave me?”

The man took a seat, and looked at his love,

Knowing she was sent from the stars above.

“It’s been two weeks since we last spoke,

I dreamt that you left me, and my heart broke.

The kids are well, and the year is almost new.

For some reason, though, I still feel blue.

You stole my attention, right from the start,

And when you said “yes,” you stole my heart.

Since you left me, the days began to wane.

I fought on for you, and ignored all the pain.”

He dropped to his knees, a tear down his face,

As he spoke to her softly in her laying place.

“My sweetie, my dear, I’m ready to see,

The day your warm arms come welcome me.

This year, for Christmas, I only desire

to lay by the warmth of your heart’s fire.

No other woman could ever compare,

Now it’s time to get what is only fair.

I fought many battles, the war’s finally won.

My love, my soul mate, now to you I come.”

He crept closer, bent down, and gave her a kiss.

To eternal slumber, he fell, and was granted his wish.