Time has taken you away from me
Though we are not totally asunder
I contain you in the depths of my existence
As I undertake the daily chores of my life

When I weep and yearn for your affection
You are the guardian of my thoughts
You have given me gifts of fragrant memories
That have encompassed the corners of my mind

Remembering your smile
Has filled the void of emptiness
That has hollowed out my heart
And left it lingering
Waiting patiently for the day of return
When our bodies and souls will be as one