In Memoriam

Hilary--

I wasn’t expecting that phone call last night,

The one that said you were gone.

(Wearing our springy, lacy dresses

tied in at the waist,

putting flower crowns in our hair.)

Tears bled from my eyes

I slept in my parents’ bed

But no sleeping was had

Just sat.

And thought.

(You show me this rock down by the river.

It’s your favorite spot

My heart is happy.)

You’ve shined so bright, my dear friend.

So bright for so short of a time

Like a beautiful firework,

Exploding joy and laughter, and then gone.

(We roll down the tall, grassy field.

You laugh, and I laugh because you’re laughing--

It brings back memories.)

I’m so glad for our last few weeks together

Unspoken forgiveness.

“Let’s grab lunch sometime.”

“Yes! I miss you!”

(We speak of Anastasia, our desire to be

Princesses.

Souls marveling, joyous jumping.

We are free.)

5/16/12  <3