
I see him there, this friend that I've found
Disappearing before me without a sound
I reach my hands trying to bring him back
He turns away, walking further, fading into the black
The tears run freely down my face as I watch him go
His pain and his doubt I feel more than he'll know
Helplessly I stand wishing my words could say
How much his friendship means, that I need him to stay
He continues on until he reaches a door
With one look back he walks through as I sink to the floor
I know somewhere deep in him shines a bright light
He denies it, tries to hide it with all his might
I often wonder if I'm the only one who can see
Does he know I'll wait forever and a day if need be
His distance and darkness will take its toll
While I'll sit and wait for another glimpse into his soul
I hope to see him here, this friend that I know
Reappearing before me letting his inner light show.
©LCG 2000
written for a dear old friend
