Another Year

Another Year

I remember unwrapping my new CD before visiting you

I remember as we talked about football and you asked me to shave you

I remember your hand on my face as you smiled and thanked me

I remember saying good night to you a giant of man

I recall the drive in the early hours only to be too late

No more talk of football

No more counsel at your feet

I talk to you every day hoping you can hear

I miss you is want I want to shout

Instead I see your face gently smiling and my soul quietens

I remember not playing that CD for the longest time

I remember moments of time spent together and apart

I remember soothing words and a strong embrace

I recall the early morning drive if only we weren’t too late

I remember walking well-trodden mountain paths to monasteries of your youth

I remember sipping coffee and blowing smoke rings to annoy you

I remember picking you up from work and the smell of the factory

I remember footsteps in the rain and walks around the block

I remember stories told over and over as if it was the 1^st time

I remember, I just remember postures and gestures and the gift of time

I recall the drive in the early hours why were we late

As I sit another year passes, the hands of time soften the loss