! Now That You'Re Gone Poem by Linda Ori

Now that you're gone -
There is an emptiness that surrounds
My space, my thoughts
The usual sights and sounds
No longer offer comfort;

Now that you're gone -
I'm like a leaf blown loose and falling
Insecure, untethered
My silent voice still calling
Though you no longer hear;

Now that you're gone -
I realize the depth of my devotion
Each thought, each breath
Reaction to the potion
Of your nearness to me;

Now that you're gone -
I'm small and unprotected
Vulnerable, naked
My worthiness rejected
By your casual 'good-bye';

Now that you're gone -
I'm left with all the pieces
Misplaced, lost
Once the mourning ceases
I'll put them back together...........

One by one.

9/01/08