I love when you tickle me.
Even my bones giggle in delight.

I was so scared.
You held me tightly and made me feel safe again.

You know how to play every game.
I like it when you make me win.

I made you cry today.
You never knew how much it hurt me to give you so much pain.
I never said, “I’m sorry”.

The funniest day of our lives.
Our bodies pulsate with laughter, and our sides ache
as warm tears stream down our cheeks.
We laugh so hard, even breathing hurts.

I will never forget the joy of this day,
and the happiness your gift has given me.
I will cherish it always.

Missing you is a permanent part of me now.
A wound that healed yet aches at the slightest touch.

You went away today.
I never had a chance to say how much I love you.

No, not that day.
Too much pain.
Move on to the next memory.

Too late. The pain returns to smother me.
The hurt presses down so hard I cannot breathe.
I push with all my might against this door that refuses to close.

Your smiles, so comforting, now fill my thoughts.
I see you standing there and my heart is peaceful once again.

I sit alone, but I am not lonely.
You are gone, but you are with me.
I cannot touch you, but I can feel you.
My heart sees you clearly, though my eyes see you not.

Dear God, let not my memories fade.
They are my bridge through time.
The path that reunites me with my loved ones.