Reminiscence

Dear cherished one, remember me 
When the dust of years have resettled, 
When I am but a faded photo 
In some forgotten book lies nestled. 
 
Think of me every once in a while 
In a moment of laughter or glee, 
Remember once we too had smiles 
And you saw the best of me. 
 
Recall the steps we took together 
And danced to the bouncing rays of sun, 
Somewhere in that endless swaying 
We are still rejoicing, having fun. 
 
Someday your eyes shall see my thoughts 
As withered as the yellowed paper, 
The words I sang to you alone 
The echoes now sadly taper. 
 
Someday your cells will forget my touch 
So forever let my memory shine 
In some kept corner of your heart 
And some high nook inside your mind.

The Words