Staring across the somber sea
Riddled with memories
Of good times and warm nights
Locked inside your embrace

Frail hands reaching up to grasp mine
Struggling against me
A cry of ecstasy
Sinking deeper into the swell

An exhale of relief with woe
As I stare down at you
The light in your eyes fades
Finally, I can let you go

Photo by Stefano Zocca on Unsplash

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