Counting the days

Another day, another night without you.

How long do I have to go on like this?

You're over there while I'm over here.

We've been apart for so long, 

     it seems like an eternity.

People say you're better off where you are.

Some even say you're in paradise.

So I guess I should be happy for you.

But in my mind, if I can't have you here now,

     i'll be counting the days until we can be together again. 

For now though, I will find some comfort in the thought that you're at peace,

     and you have pure joy in your heart. 

When the time comes, I know I will experience such peace and joy as well.

And why wouldn't I?!

I will be with you again.

We will be together once more,

     never to part ways...

          not even for one day,

          nor one night.

 

 

                              *** Marizel Layco Beck ***

 

 

 

 

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About the Author
Pictured here are my Dad, Mr. Virgilio "Ver" V. Layco, Sr. and my youngest sister, Karen Layco Mitchell. Sadly, we lost them on Dec. 2011. Losing them both suddenly, one week apart, was so overwhelming that I needed something to release the pain I am feeling. I started writing my poems to express the sadness I've felt since they passed away. I hope you find some comfort and encouragement in reading them. *** Marizel Layco Beck ***
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